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Michael Jackson's Nephew Taj Defends Him Against Wade Robson's Molestation Accusations

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:02:13 +0000

Wade Robson posthumously accused Michael Jackson of molesting him as a child last week, something that MJ's nephew, Taj Jackson -- son of Tito Jackson -- says he knows is false. Specifically because his uncle comforted him after he was molested by another family member.

(We'd ask what the hell is wrong with this family, but it's a question for the ages.)

Wade Robson Says Michael Jackson Molested Him as a Child

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:43:56 +0000

Michael Jackson can’t rest in peace. The late singer is now being posthumously accused of molesting choreographer Wade Robson. Despite initial denials, Robson now claims that he was abused as a child when he spent time at Jackson’s famed Neverland Ranch. Howard Weitzman, the lawyer for the Michael Jackson Estate, is refuting Robson’s claims as [...]

Jury Selection for Michael Jackson's Wrongful Death Trial Begins in Los Angeles

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:02:34 +0000

Jury selection in the Michael Jackson wrongful-death trial begins today (April 2) in Los Angeles. The case stems from the late singer’s mother, Katherine Jackson, who is suing the concert promoter AEG Live for negligence. According to Rolling Stone, Katherine claims in her lawsuit that AEG was culpable in the death of her son on [...]

Prince Could Testify in Michael Jackson's Wrongful Death Suit

Cassandra Rose — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:46:03 +0000

Prince never worked with or knew Michael Jackson, but he may still testify against the tour promoter who both hired and was supposed to supervise Michael’s doctor, Conrad Murray, because that’s how the American justice system works. The late Michael Jackson and Prince could finally cross paths as MJ’s mother Katherine has plans to use [...]

Michael Jackson's Oldest Son Is a Special Correspondent for "Entertainment Tonight"

Mark Richards — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 10:59:34 +0000

I just have to start out by saying that Michael Jackson's oldest son, 16-year-old Prince Michael looks a lot like Michael's dermatologist, Dr. Arnold Klein. Anyway, he has lined up a gig as a "special correspondent" for "Entertainment Tonight". Most 16 year-olds are flipping burgers or delivering newspapers so Prince Michael probably most likely won't appear on the show regularly, but it sure looks like this is an open-ended gig, not just a brief stunt.

Bruno Mars In 'Honeymoon In Vegas' As 'Little Elvis' At Age 6?!?

Keith James — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:40:04 +0000

Well, Bruno Mars already kinda looks like a cross between the King of Rock 'n Roll Elvis and the King of Pop Michael Jackson (So, does this make Bruno the King of Pop 'n Roll??), but who knew he's had his bouffant hairdo since he was in grammar school!

Students Perform Zombie-Themed Flashmob to Protest School Closings

Amanda Ferris — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:50:57 +0000

Students of the group Philadelphia Student Union, which is a partÂ of a larger organization called the Philadelphia Coalition Advocacy of Public Schools, recentlyÂ 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 [...]

Lady Gaga Buys 55 Michael Jackson Items at Auction

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:00:53 +0000

Lady Gaga, arguably the new Queen of Pop (sorry Madonna!), dropped tons of cash on 55 items that were once owned by the late Michael Jackson, aka the King of Pop. But don't expect Gaga to incorporate any of the newly acquired pieces into her Born This Way Ball costumes or stage production. That would be either really cool or totally blasphemous. Instead, Ma Monster is preserving them for posterity ... for now.

Lip-syncing, Ethics Issue Or Necessity? [VIDEO]

Keith James — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:07:10 +0000

“Girl you know it's… girl you know it's… girl you know it's… girl you know it's…” Those words (when followed by ‘true’) spelled a Grammy and a handful of AMA’s for Milli Vanilli as they skyrocketed to the top, but no sooner did they hit their apex than those very words spelled their demise when they’re backing track skipped like crazy.

They weren’t the first to incorporate lip-syncing into their live performances and were definitely nowhere near the last, many losing their careers in the process. So, why do it at all if it’s so risky? Is it an ethical blunder or a classic example of expectation versus result?

Michael Jackson's Family Claims Will Is Fake

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:36:01 +0000

Michael Jackson‘s family is making the blockbuster claim that the late King of Pop’s will was faked by John Branca and John McClain, the executors of his estate. The family is asking the men to resign from their posts immediately. Celebuzz obtained a copy of the five-page letter, where Jackson’s siblings Janet, Rebbie, Tito, Randy [...]

Paris Jackson Tweets Message to Her Father on Three Year Anniversary of Michael Jackson's Death

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:01:31 +0000

It’s been three years to the day since music legend Michael Jackson died of a propofol overdose. As upsetting as his passing was to his millions of loyal fans, it was even more devastating to his three young children Michael Joseph Jackson Jr. (“Prince”), Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson and Prince Michael Jackson II (“Blanket.”)

Hear the Unreleased 'Bad'-Era Michael Jackson Track 'Don't Be Messin' 'Round'

Scott Shetler — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 11:05:52 +0000

A song called ‘Don’t Be Messin’ ‘Round’ that Michael Jackson considered for four separate albums but never released has finally surfaced. A demo version of the track from 1987 was issued as part of the rollout of new music for the upcoming 25th anniversary edition of Jackson’s ‘Bad’ album.

Michael Jackson's Estate Sued by Singer's 'Former Flame' for $1 Billion

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 21:17:50 +0000

The estate of the late, great Michael Jackson is being sued for a whopping $1 billion. WTF? Well, a woman named Kimberly Griggs claims that the King of Pop used personal details about her life in his songs and for that, she is owed a cool billion. Not million. Billion.

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

Don Deane — Wed, 30 May 2012 15:30:43 +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 14:01:09 +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 — Sun, 06 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 18:01:18 +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.

Hologram Michael Jackson to Go on Tour With Jackson Brothers?

Scott Shetler — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:57:42 +0000

PopCrush readers, you may get your wish. The King of Pop is your overwhelming choice as the artist you’d most like to see ‘resurrected’ as a hologram. Now Jackie Jackson, inspired by the virtual appearance of Tupac Shakur at Coachella last weekend, tells E! Online that a hologram version of their brother Michael could join him and Jermaine, Tito and Marlon on next year’s tour to support the Jacksons’ new album.

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

Jeff Giles — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:24:24 +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.

Awesome Dancing Filipino Traffic Cop Works it Like Michael Jackson [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:26:21 +0000

We’ve seen dancing traffic cops before, but this Filipino officer works it like no other while directing traffic on the streets of Manilla. Is this cop’s fancy footwork necessary while controlling the flow of traffic? Probably not, but it is mighty entertaining. It’s anybody’s guess whether all his “moonwalks” and butt-wiggling have caused accidents rather [...]