Jacko 'holds audition for tour dancers via video link'May 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson reportedly left dancers facing disappointment after replacing his presence with a video link during an audition for his upcoming London tour. The King of Pop had allegedly requested a Thriller-style routine and a solo piece from each of the 500 dancers during the selection at an LA studio.
Jacko 'brushing up trademark dance moves for London gig'April 30th, 2009 LONDON - It seems Michael Jackson's career hiatus has taken away his dancing charm, for the king of pop has been forced to brush up his trademark moves for the upcoming London tour. The 50-year-old singer has been looking at YouTube footage and vintage videos in a bid to prepare himself for his 50-night stint at the O2 in East London.
Jacko hits Hollywood market with 'glovely' white paws!April 29th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson was spotted shopping in Hollywood in his signature white gloves - which in fact were his own pale paws. The King of Pop has previously been speculated to have had his skin bleached, reports the Sun.
Jacko buys white face replica of himselfApril 11th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson recently bought an artefact, which had a white countenance resembling his own face. The 50-year-old purchased the piece of art from the Lladro shop - famous for its porcelain figures - soon after he left a medical centre in Beverly Hills.
Jacko fan Mika plans to bid for his iconic diamante glovesApril 10th, 2009 LONDON - British singer-songwriter Mika is such a fan of Michael Jackson that he is planning to bid for some of the items during the Neverland auction. He has revealed that he would like to buy Jackson's iconic diamante gloves and his Zoltar The Fortune Teller fairground machine.
Jacko to enlist magician David Copperfield's services at O2 showsApril 1st, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson has decided to enlist the services of magician David Copperfield for his O2 shows, in order to make them more spectacular. Copperfield, 52, who will be masterminding a series of onstage stunts, is said to have held a meeting with Jacko at the magician's Californian HQ.
Lionel Richie to Jacko: Focus on singing, not dancingMarch 30th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar winner Lionel Richie has advised King of Pop Michael Jackson to focus more on singing rather than dancing during his comeback tour. The 59-year-old popstar insists that dancing will be harder on Jackson as he's 50 years old now, and has therefore urged him to concentrate more on his vocals.
Jacko to live near 'haunted caves' during London gigsMarch 28th, 2009 LONDON - King of Pop Michael Jackson will move into a 28-bedroom mansion next to 'haunted caves' during his 50-concert stint in London this summer, it has emerged. The 50-year-old singer has dished out 1million pounds to rent the Kent mansion situated on the edge of an ancient 22-mile maze of spooky passageways.
Jacko to travel to O2 Arena by boat!March 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - King of Pop Michael Jackson is planning to travel to O2 Arena for his comeback concerts by boat. The 50-year-old singer is making a return to the stage in July (09) and wants to reach the venue, which sits on the banks of the city's River Thames, in style.
Jacko 'invites Harry Potter stars to O2's opening night'March 24th, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson is such a big fan of the Harry Potter films that he has reportedly invited its young stars to be his guests at the opening night of his Live 8 gig. Actors Daniel Radcliffe, 19, Emma Watson, 18, and Rupert Grint, 20, have been invited to the show, and they will even be able to go backstage at the O2 on July 8.
Jacko asks BBC to apologise for comedians' mockeryMarch 21st, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Michael Jackson, who is gearing up to make a phenomenal comeback, is angry with the BBC after two comedians mocked him by comparing his comeback act to IRA. Comedians Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis, speaking days after three murders by IRA splinter groups, said both Jacko and the terrorists were "80s celebrities".
Simon Cowell wants Jacko to appear on American IdolMarch 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell has requested Michael Jackson to think about coming on the talent show before he goes for his comeback tour in London this summer (09). The tough judge has even told the 'Thriller' hitmaker that he'd be foolish not to perform on the hit programme.
Jacko ropes in WILL.I.AM and Ne-Yo for comeback trackMarch 17th, 2009 LONDON - One-time op king Michael Jackson has roped in talented rockers like Black Eyed Peas' WILL.I.AM and Ne-Yo for his comeback track. The 'Heal The World' hitmaker, who will be belting out hits at his much anticipated London's O2 Arena concert in July, wants to be ready with some foot-tapping numbers
Michael has headed back to the studio to record thrilling tunes with the help of WILL.I.AM and Ne-Yo, reports the Daily Star.
Jacko renting Rod Stewart's mansion during comeback tourMarch 12th, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson will be renting Brit singer Rod Stewart's Essex mansion as he performs his London comeback tour at The O2 in July. Stewart, 64, has his pad just 31/2miles outside Greater London, it is set among the 180-acre Copped Hall estate, and even has a five-a-side football pitch.
Jacko to release new music before comeback tourMarch 12th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Michael Jackson is releasing new music before making his return to the stage. Last week, the 'Thriller' star had announced plans to return to stage with a series of live shows at London's O2 Arena in July.
If this is the first thing you are reading in the morning or wherever with a stern disbelieving look in your eyes, I must sigh and say its true. Across the country, a wave of emotional outburst was recorded as word spread that Michael Jackson had collapsed and died on Thursday. Michael Jackson was rushed to the hospital, a fire department official told the Los Angeles Times.
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