Editors scramble to get pop icon Michael Jackson on magazine coversNEW YORK — After Michael Jackson’s death last week, editors scrambled to turn the king of pop into the king of magazine covers. Tears and single gloves: Janet Jackson caps emotional night at BET Awards honoring her brotherLOS ANGELES — Some of the biggest stars on the planet turned back into gushing Michael Jackson fans at the BET Awards, donning single gloves, swapping stories about their idol and singing The King of Pop’s standards. One person who perhaps knew him best, though, brought the night into perspective: his sister. Janet Jackson takes the stage for an emotional BET finale and thanks fans for their loveLOS ANGELES — Janet Jackson has taken the stage at the BET Awards to speak on behalf of her grieving family and thank fans for their love and support. BET Awards honors King of Pop’s legacy with musical tributes, moonwalking and single glovesLOS ANGELES — While BET celebrated the life of Michael Jackson the entertainer, Janet Jackson — in her first public appearance since her brother’s shocking death — memorialized him as her beloved sibling and family member, eliciting tears as she vowed his memory would live forever. Candlelight vigil for Michael Jackson held at original home of Motown Records in DetroitDETROIT — Hundreds of people have come to the original home of Motown Records in Detroit for a candlelight vigil in memory of Michael Jackson. Stars honor Michael Jackson with fashion tributes on BET Awards red carpetLOS ANGELES — Several performers strutted down the BET Awards red carpet clad in Michael Jackson inspired memorabilia in remembrance of The King of Pop. Michael Jackson recordings dominate the charts with staggering popularity surge
Bet Awards get under way with Michael Jackson’s legacy honored in song and costumesLOS ANGELES — The BET Awards became the official Michael Jackson TV celebration on Sunday, as the show kicked off with joyous tributes to the King of Pop, from a New Edition-Jackson 5 medley to Jamie Foxx’s monologue, delivered in that classic red leather zipper jacket and white glove. Bet Awards gets under way with Michael Jackson’s legacy honored in song and costumesLOS ANGELES — While BET celebrated the life of Michael Jackson the entertainer, Janet Jackson — in her first public appearance since her brother’s shocking death — memorialized him as her beloved sibling and family member, eliciting tears as she vowed his memory would live forever. Jackson still had faint pulse when doctor found him in last moments, lawyer saysLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson still had a faint pulse and his body was warm when his doctor found him in bed and not breathing, a lawyer for the doctor told The Associated Press on Sunday. Michael Jackson’s brothers visit Neverland ranch, while future of property remains unclearLOS ANGELES — Three of the brothers who sang and danced beside Michael Jackson in the Jackson 5 made a private visit to the pop star’s Neverland Ranch, where they walked the manicured grounds and reminisced about his life. Patriarch of Jackson family says he doubts stress of concerts sickened King of PopLOS ANGELES — The father of Michael Jackson says he does not believe stress over the intense series of concerts the King of Pop planned for his comeback led to his death. Music historian assesses Michael Jackson as ‘pivotal figure in US music history’WASHINGTON - A music historian has assessed Michael Jackson’s musical greatness, classifying him as “one of the world’s great entertainers and a pivotal figure in the history of American music.” Apollo to honor Michael Jackson _ decades after $1,000 gig that helped launch his careerNEW YORK — The Harlem theater that helped launch Michael Jackson’s career plans a star-studded musical memorial on the same stage where he and his brothers once did 31 shows in one week, for $1,000. Apollo honors Michael Jackson _ 40 years after a $1,000 gig that helped launch his careerNEW YORK — The Harlem theater that helped launch Michael Jackson’s career plans star-studded tributes to him this summer. Candlelight vigil for Michael Jackson planned for original home of Motown Records in DetroitDETROIT — A candlelight vigil to remember Michael Jackson’s life and legacy is planned this weekend at the original home of Motown Records in Detroit. Michael Jackson: Life, Death and Music
Michael Jackson memorabilia up for grabsNEW YORK - Late singer Michael Jackson memorabilia has been put up for sale at Julien’s Auctions. Early probe into Michael Jackson’s death suggests pop star may have pushed self too farLOS ANGELES — The final act of Michael Jackson’s life came into clearer focus Friday, a picture of a fallen superstar working out with TV’s “Incredible Hulk” and under the care of his own private cardiologist as he tried to get his 50-year-old body in shape for a grueling bid to reclaim his glory. Early probe into Jackson death suggests pop star may have pushed self too farLOS ANGELES — The final act of Michael Jackson’s life came into clearer focus Friday, a picture of a fallen superstar working out with TV’s “Incredible Hulk” and under the care of his own private cardiologist as he tried to get his 50-year-old body in shape for a grueling bid to reclaim his glory. Michael Jackson memorabilia bring $205,000 at long-scheduled celebrity auction in Las VegasLAS VEGAS — A crystal-studded shirt worn onstage by Michael Jackson: $52,500. A young Jackson’s painting of Mickey Mouse: $25,000. Owning a piece of a pop icon who died before his time: Priceless. AP Source: Jackson apparently suffered a heart attack; grief for King of Pop around worldLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson apparently suffered a heart attack, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Friday. Police planned to interview the doctor who was with the pop icon during his last minutes and pumped his chest in a vain attempt to save his life. Michael Jackson’s complicated color story transcended race, helped create new eraMichael Jackson had a complicated relationship with his blackness. Jackson-related music, videos, books skyrocket in sales, sell out after pop star’s deathNEW YORK — Michael Jackson’s death has led to skyrocketing sales of his music and videos, with major retailers selling out of products that have regained immense popularity overnight. Police focus on medical treatment in Michael Jackson death amid world outpouring of griefLOS ANGELES — Police investigating Michael Jackson’s death looked into his medical treatment Friday, seeking to interview one of the pop king’s doctors and seizing a car that they said may contain drugs or other evidence. Stars make last-minute changes to honor Michael Jackson at Black Entertainment TV AwardsLOS ANGELES — The BET Awards are undergoing “a total overhaul” as the show is retooled as a tribute to Michael Jackson, the network said Friday. The telecast is being lengthened, performers are being added to the lineup and additional guests are expected to attend, said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive of Black Entertainment Television. Motown’s birthplace draws crowds to studio where Michael Jackson got his startDETROIT — When Motown Records founder Berry Gordy signed The Jackson 5 four decades ago, he gave young Michael and his brothers from Indiana their first big break in the big city of Detroit. Sales of Michael Jackson-related music, videos, books skyrocket after pop star’s deathNEW YORK — Michael Jackson’s death has led to skyrocketing sales of his music and videos, with major retailers like Amazon.com Inc. and Barnes and Noble Inc. selling out of products that have regained immense popularity overnight. Police tow doctor’s car from Michael Jackson home, say it could offer evidence in pop star’s deathLOS ANGELES — Police towed the car of a doctor from Michael Jackson’s home Friday and said it could contain drugs or other evidence offering clues in the pop star’s death. King of Pop Michael Jackson is dead, world stunned (Overall Lead)LOS ANGELES/LONDON/MELBOURNE/KUALA LUMPUR - Pop icon Michael Jackson, who weaved musical magic with his songs and performances and was called the “ultimate entertainer”, died of a heart attack Friday, leaving millions of fans in shock around the globe. Michael Jackson: The musical genius who lived many lives (Obituary)LOS ANGELES - He was one of the strangest celebrities ever. But history will remember Michael Jackson as a black man who managed to break through every racial and artistic barrier to become a global pop icon, a true musical genius. World stunned, can’t believe Michael Jackson is deadWASHINGTON/MELBOURNE - The King of Pop is dead…The death of singer Michael Jackson with best-selling albums like “Off the Wall”, “Thriller” and “Bad” has shocked the world with messages pouring in for his family and close friends in Hollywood and around the globe. Autopsy planned as authorities seek to clear up mystery surrounding Michael Jackson’s deathLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson, defined in equal parts as the world’s greatest entertainer and perhaps its most enigmatic figure, was about to attempt one of the greatest comebacks of all time. Then his life was cut shockingly — and so far, mysteriously — short. Michael Jackson: Factual Biography
King of Pop Michael Jackson no more Michael Jackson has died after suffering a fatal heart attack at the age of 50 on Thursday June 25th. The Thriller legend was taken to hospital earlier today after frantic aides found him unconscious at his mansion in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles.
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LONDON - Days after his sudden death, pop star Michael Jackson’s 2003 album of his greatest hits, “Number Ones”, has surged again to the top of the album charts in Britain, music industry market groups reported Sunday. Altogether, 43 singles and 11 albums by Jackson and by the family group The Jackson 5 have also surged forward on the music industry charts of the top-200 titles.
The most popular music and dance icon of the world Michael Jackson has died of a cardiac arrest. The fans are shattered and so are his contemporaries. His life gives us the story of the making of a star, surviving poverty and racial discrimination. Born in 1958 in Gary, Indiana he was the first black cultural icon who went on to conquer the world with his tunes and moves.
