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No Jackson Memorial Friday: Family Source

King of Pop can't be buried at Neverland due to legal restrictions

(Newser) - There will be no public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Neverland Ranch this week, the AP reports. Previous reports had said that a viewing would be held Friday at the Santa Barbara estate, but a source close to the family says nothing is planned. Instead, there will likely be...

Risky Drug Found at Jackson's
 Risky Drug 
 Found at 
 Jackson's 
JACKSON ROUNDUP
Jul 1, 2009 12:39 PM CDT

Risky Drug Found at Jackson's

Nurse admits he begged her for it, she refused

(Newser) - Propofol, a surgical anesthetic so dangerous the person who provided it could be prosecuted for manslaughter, has been found in Michael Jackson’s home, sources tell TMZ. “There is no conceivable way this drug can be properly prescribed for home use,” one source says of Propofol, which can...

Jackson Estate Goes to Family Trust: Will

Singer named Diana Ross as backup guardian for children

(Newser) - Michael Jackson's 7-year-old will was filed today in a Los Angeles court, giving his entire estate to a family trust. His mother, Katherine Jackson, is named as a beneficiary of the trust and the guardian of Jackson's three young children, who are named in the will. The will names Diana...

Michael's Last Rehearsal: 'I Feel So Alive'

Photog, friend reveals Jackson's excitement at performing again

(Newser) - The photographer who captured Michael Jackson’s image at his last rehearsal reveals the singer was upbeat and energetic on his final night. “He was totally there—100% there in fact,” Kevin Mazur tells the Mirror. “You would never suspect this would have ever happened—especially after...

Jacko's Will: His Mom Gets Kids

Family expected to file it in court today; assets going into trust

(Newser) - Michael Jackson's will calls for his mother to take custody of his three children, People reports. The family is currently reviewing the document—its very existence had been in doubt even a day ago—and is expected to file it in court today, adds TMZ. It includes no numbers, but...

Jackson Aide: He Took Drugs in Bid to Avoid London Shows

Singer wanted trip to hospital but overdid it

(Newser) - A confidante of Michael Jackson says the singer may have inadvertently triggered his own death by purposely taking an overdose of prescription drugs so he'd end up in the hospital and be excused from some of his London tour dates, reports Gerald Posner of the Daily Beast. “Like a...

Nurse: Jackson Begged for Insomnia Drug

(Newser) - Michael Jackson was so distraught over persistent insomnia in recent months that he pleaded for a powerful sedative despite warnings it could be harmful, says a nutritionist who was working with the singer as he prepared his comeback bid. Cherilyn Lee, a registered nurse, said she repeatedly rejected his demands...

In '07, Jackson Worth $237M, But Cash-Poor, in Debt

(Newser) - As recently as 2007, Michael Jackson had a net worth of $236.6 million, the AP reports. But his finances weren’t that simple. Most of his $567.6 million in assets were tied up in property and rights—he had just $668,215 in cash—and his debt totaled...

Will.i.am Reveals Jacko's Last Album: Dance Music

Singer kept demos extremely private

(Newser) - Michael Jackson plotted his comeback album with Will.i.am, and the Black Eyed Peas frontman now tells the Mirror it was going to be “something Michael has never done before—a dance music album.” The King of Pop kept the demos “under lock and key,”...

Jackson's Public Viewing Set for Friday

(Newser) - Michael Jackson’s body will be taken to his Neverland Ranch on Thursday for a public viewing the next day at the California site, CNN reports. A private memorial service will follow Sunday. Where the singer will be buried remains unknown, though the mayor of Jackson’s hometown of Gary,...

Jacko Fans Suicidal, and More Wacko News
 Jacko Fans Suicidal, 
 and More Wacko News 
JACKSON ROUNDUP
Jun 30, 2009 11:39 AM CDT

Jacko Fans Suicidal, and More Wacko News

Estate questions heat up, death details come out

(Newser) - Some Michael Jackson fans are reacting to his death in extreme ways. At least a dozen worldwide have committed suicide, Sky News reports. Meanwhile, websites claiming the entertainer is alive—and faked his demise to escape the pressures of fame—are cropping up, according to the Sun. Elsewhere:
  • Jackson’s
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Friend Tries to Unravel Jacko's Complex Sexuality

Lisa Marie said King of Pop was 'hot stuff in bed', into role-playing

(Newser) - When he was accused of sexual abuse in 1993, Michael Jackson’s complex sexuality changed forever. The "virgin" superstar that Tatum O'Neal once described as "so shy he hardly says two words" now had police bearing down on Neverland, and sent maids scurrying to hide pictures of undressed...

Jackson May Be on View in Glass Coffin

Funeral promises to be extravagant event

(Newser) - Michael Jackson’s funeral could be as lavish as one of his concerts. His body will reportedly be transported in a horse-drawn carriage, and he could be on view in a glass coffin. “The glass casket idea would create so much public interest it would take time to organize,...

Rowe Not Kids' Bio-Mom: TMZ
 Rowe Not Kids' Bio-Mom: TMZ 
Jun 30, 2009 10:37 AM CDT

Rowe Not Kids' Bio-Mom: TMZ

She could still win custody as surrogate

(Newser) - Not only was Michael Jackson not the biological father of any of his children, neither was Debbie Rowe, his ex-wife, their biological mother, TMZ reports. All three children were conceived in vitro, and Debbie acted as the surrogate for the eldest two—for a fee—sources tell TMZ.

Jackson Siblings May Fill in at London Shows

Janet, brothers have been approached

(Newser) - As promoters determine the best way to salvage Michael Jackson’s 50-night London concert run, the possibility has emerged that his siblings will fill in, the Sun reports. “Janet has been sounded out about fronting some of the shows,” says a source. “Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon...

Cops Remove Drugs From Jackson Home

(Newser) - Los Angeles police and officials from the county coroner's office have removed bags of prescription drugs and medical material from Michael Jackson's home, and are interviewing doctors who prescribed the medications, reports the Los Angeles Times. It's not yet known if the drugs played a role in Jackson's heart attack...

Jackson Fans to Get Refund—or Tickets

Many fans likely to opt for pricey Jacko souvenir instead of money back

(Newser) - The 750,000 people in 200 countries who bought ticket vouchers for Michael Jackson's planned 50-gig comeback will be able to get full refunds, the Los Angeles Times reports. Promoters AEG Live say any fans who paid for tickets through authorized agents will have the choice of getting either their...

Jackson Finished New Video Weeks Before Death

(Newser) - Michael Jackson finished an elaborate video production two weeks before he died, sources tell the AP. The five-week project filmed at Culver Studios, dubbed "Dome Project," could be the final finished video piece overseen by the King of Pop. Four sets were constructed, including a cemetery recalling Jackson's...

Jackson Funeral Will Hold for Autopsy No. 2: Dad

(Newser) - Michael Jackson's father, Joe, says planning for the pop star's funeral is awaiting results of a second autopsy. Joe Jackson told reporters outside the family's Southern California compound at midday today that the second autopsy is under way, and he expects results soon. The county coroner conducted an autopsy Friday...

Michael, Kids Formed 'Jackson 4'

Song they wrote could be released to raise money

(Newser) - Michael Jackson had a dream that died with him: to become the “Jackson Four” with his three children and include the debut of their first song at his London concerts, the Sun reports. The song, “River Ripple,” includes the lyrics, “Ripples in my River; Flow on,...

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