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Katherine Jackson Worried Debbie Rowe Might Reveal Michael Didn't Actually Father His Kids

Cassandra Rose — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:47:35 +0000

Michael Jackson's mother Katherine is currently in the midst of a wrongful death suit against tour promoter AEG Live, which she claims was responsible for the death of her son because the company hired embattled doctor Conrad Murray to look after him. But now she has something new to worry about.

Seems Debbie Rowe, Michael's ex-wife and the mother of his children Prince and Paris, is set to testify -- but lawyers are concerned she might say under oath that Michael is not the kids' biological father.

To the surprise of absolutely no one, of course.

Students Perform Zombie-Themed Flashmob to Protest School Closings

Amanda Ferris — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:50:57 +0000

Students of the group Philadelphia Student Union, which is a part of a larger organization called the Philadelphia Coalition Advocacy of Public Schools, recently performed a zombie-themed flashmob to Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ in front of the school district’s headquarters. The students were protesting the new plan that would close 37 schools thanks to state budget cuts. They [...]

10 Things You Didn't Know About Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'

Danny Gallagher — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:57:48 +0000

The shadow cast by Michael Jackson’s bizarre personal life and legal troubles may have eclipsed most of his career but it still could not blot out the shining triumph of his song and music video ‘Thriller.’ The surprise blockbuster single, video and album not only drove album sales to record heights but the music video, [...]

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of 'Bad' With Michael Jackson's Weirdest Video

Nick Nadel — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 20:55:06 +0000

This week marks the release of the 25th anniversary edition of Michael Jackson's 'Bad,' aka the album that everyone thinks isn't as good as 'Thriller.' Despite not being as beloved as 'Thriller,' 'Bad' produced five number one singles, a feat that went unbroken until Katy Perry strapped whipped cream shooters to her chest and caused 'Teenage Dream' to have the most chart-topping singles in history.

See the Track List for Michael Jackson's 'Bad 25′

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:36:50 +0000

The estate of Michael Jackson has unveiled the track listing to its ‘Bad 25′ anniversary deluxe box set. The three-CD plus DVD collection, which arrives in stores on Sept. 18, is in commemoration of the original album’s release 25 years ago in 1987.

Michael Jackson's Estate Nearly Pay Off Massive Debt + More

Kat Lee — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 14:43:26 +0000

-Good news for Michael Jackson‘s estate. It has almost cleared the $500 million in debt left behind after the King of Pop passed away in 2009. All expenses are expected to be paid off by the end of the year. [TMZ] -A stagehand for NKOTBSB claims he was nearly killed before the supergroup boy band’s [...]

Smooth Robots Bust a Move to Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'

Don Deane — Wed, 30 May 2012 11:30:43 +0000

If you have nightmares of robots taking over the world, this video won’t help. It is, however, an impressive display of technology as a perfectly synchronized group of ‘bots dance in time to Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller.’ All hail our toe-tapping mechanical overlords! Built and programmed as part of an effort by Aldebaran Robotics and MIT, [...]

Michael Jackson Estate to Release 'Bad' 25th Anniversary Deluxe Album

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:53:09 +0000

Michael Jackson‘s 1987 album ‘Bad’ will be re-released as a three-CD, one DVD deluxe set called ‘Bad 25′ in honor of the album’s 25th anniversary. This unique collector’s item boasts a bountiful of goodies that should satisfy the biggest Jacko fan.

Michael Jackson Included in Pepsi 'Live for Now' Campaign

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 04 May 2012 20:13:01 +0000

Michael Jackson lives on not only in his music, but also on cans of Pepsi.

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of his ‘Bad’ album, the soft drink brand has partnered with the King of Pop’s estate for its ‘Live for Now’ campaign, which will feature a whopping one billion special edition Michael Jackson Bad 25 Pepsi cans in addition to iconic music, epic live events and opportunities for fans to access special edition merchandise.

Did Whitney Houston Have an Affair With Michael Jackson?

Jessica Sager — Tue, 01 May 2012 16:45:18 +0000

File this one under rumors we’re taking with a huge grain of salt. The same guy who claims to be the biological father of Blanket now claims that Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston were once romantically involved.

Michael Jackson Bodyguard Believes He Is Blanket's Biological Father

Scott Shetler — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:30:11 +0000

Matt Fiddes, Michael Jackson‘s former bodyguard, can’t seem to get his story straight when it comes to MJ’s youngest son, Prince Michael Jackson II, aka Blanket. Fiddes says he now believes he is Blanket’s biological father, and he wants visitation rights so his mother can see her alleged grandson.

Paris Claims 'Michael' Album Does Not Feature Michael Jackson's Voice

Jeff Giles — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:24:24 +0000

Remember those rumors that Michael Jackson‘s posthumously released ‘Michael’ album included vocals recorded by an MJ impersonator? Well, they’re back — thanks to a video that, according to TMZ, features Jackson’s own daughter calling the new recordings fake.

Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson Show Is 'On Steroids'

Jeff Giles — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:43:10 +0000

As the doctor who presided over Michael Jackson‘s death stands trial and the world is preoccupied with the grisly details of his final hours, Cirque du Soleil is preparing to honor the fallen icon with a spectacular tribute to his musical legacy.

The project, dubbed the ‘Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour,’ will launch October 2 in Montreal, and is only part of what the Jackson estate has planned for the coming year.

Michael Jackson's Mother, Kids Getting $30 Million from His Estate

Lucy Tauss — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:27:50 +0000

Michael Jackson‘s mother and three children will receive a hefty sum of money, thanks to income generated by the late singer’s estate. The estate has earned more than $310 million since Jackson’s death on June 25, 2009. He was heavily in debt when he died, but that income helped pay off some of it, and the estate [...]

Beyonce to Perform at Michael Jackson Tribute

Juwon Ajayi — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:30:47 +0000

With a new album out, Beyonce is everywhere these days. From the cover of magazines to PSAs, the triple threat is working hard to promote 4. But when it comes to her involvement with the Michael Forever: The Tribute Concert, it looks like the artist simply wanted to honor one of her idols.

Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green to Perform at Michael Jackson Tribute Concert

Juwon Ajayi — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:30:02 +0000

Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green are just two of the names attached to the Michael Jackson tribute taking place in Wales on October 8.

Did Michael Jackson Give Cocaine to Aaron Carter?

Amory Gritta — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:00:53 +0000

You have to take quotes printed in Australian tabloids with a grain of salt, but nevertheless, OK! magazine is reporting that Aaron Carter has spilled some rather disturbing details about his friendship with Michael Jackson.

In the article, Carter says Jackson offered him wine when he was only 15 -- and that's the tame part. It goes on to quote Carter as saying, "He gave me cocaine. I felt weird about that and other stuff … I admired Michael, but his behavior bothered me a lot. Then my mother called the police."

Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Jacket Sells for $1.8 Million

Andy Scott — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:00:46 +0000

According to PopCrush, the iconic leather jacket that Michael Jackson wore in his famous ‘Thriller’ video sold for $1.8 million over the weekend at Julien’s Music Icons auction.

The jacket went to bidder Milton Verret, a Texas-based commodities trader, who says he will show the jacket “around the country in a tour that will help raise money for children’s charities.”