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Michael Jackson's father launches court bid for money
Joe claims he needs monthly living allowance
Joe Jackson has requested an allowance from the estate of his late son Michael Jackson.
The 81 year-old has filed papers in LA claiming that the late star supported him for years before his death. Jackson Snr said he needs $20,000 a month to get by, but at present receives just $1,700 in state benefits. He said his outgoings include rent for his Las Vegas home, meals out, air travel and hotel accommodation.
Joe Jackson's lawyers added that the pop star's estate has earned an estimated $100m (£60.1m) since his sudden death on June 25.
Michael Jackson's will famously omitted his father, but made provision for his mother and children. Monthly payments to them were approved last month.
A hearing to assess Joe Jackson's request is expected to take place early next year.
Howard Weitzman, a lawyer for the administrators of the pop star's estate, said it was "quite surprising to learn of the request".
http://www.nme.com/news/michael-jackson/48275
Michael Jackson: The Greatest Madison Square Garden show of All Time?
Today at 2:16am
In 1968, the latest incarnation of Madison Square Garden opened in the heart of NYC.By the 1970s, the arena was the premier showcase for music's biggest stars.
With the '00s ending and MSG's renovation scheduled to begin in 2010, we have four decades of classic concerts and one question: What's The Garden's greatest show? Each week in November, MSG will give you a chance to vote on shows from each different decade. Last week was the 70’s, this week MSG is asking you to vote for your favorite show at The Garden during the 1980’s.
Though he'd played The Garden with his brothers in 1984, Michael Jackson made his solo debut when the Bad World Tour hit the World's Most Famous Arena for three nights in 1988, March 3, 5 and 6. Be sure to go to MSG.com and vote for Michael Jackson as your favorite show at The Garden during the 80s.
Upcoming Decades to vote on include:
1990’s poll opens Monday, November 16
2000’s poll opens Monday, November 23
http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=183325795002
Fans love seeing Michael Jackson’s final days in ‘This Is It’
WASHINGTON D.C. — Four months after Michael Jackson's sudden death, a film on his final days has opened around the globe. The movie called
"This Is It" will play for two weeks only but may be extended.
The film, part documentary part musical concert, is based on Jackson's rehearsals for his London stage performances. They were scheduled for July but cancelled because of his untimely death.
Director, Producer Kenny Ortega stitched together the 2-hourfilm from 120 hours of behind the scenes footage.
"This is like a little backstage pass, a private peak into a creative process of a great genius," he says.
Jackson is electrifying. His moves are sharp. His musical sensibility flawless. His rhythm is so precise he's like a metronome. He often motions to his hi - tech band to follow his lead.
"I got to cue that. I got to cue that."
Jackson was plagued by scandal, debt and rumors of failing health, and many questioned whether he could pull off a grand comeback.
But according to Ortega, Jackson envisioned his concerts as his crowning achievement, the spectacle to end all spectacles.
"We had new technology with video, costuming, lighting with sound, with pyrotechnics. I came to know very quickly that Michael liked things hotter, bigger, louder."
The film shows Jackson in top shape. Immersed in his work, he was the creative spirit behind a supercharged production showcasing the hits of a lifetime.
People waited in line for hours, in the rain, outside a Washington DC movie theater, hoping for tickets to the only screening before the sold-out premiere.
They were not disappointed.
A young woman said: I got to see this again! I love it! I love it, I love it, I love it!"
A Young man was clearly moved talking about his movie experience: "All the doubts I had about him, it all changed."
"I think he was a beautiful person and it shows in his work," said a lady too young to remember Jackson back in the eighties, during the Apex of his career.
"Michael Jackson was electrifying," said another.
"It just hit me at that moment, 'Oh my God he's actually gone.' It's a final good bye for him," said an almost teary — eyed girl.
On its opening day worldwide, the film topped the box office, raking in $66.6 million. But it's not only about money. The movie reaffirms Jackson's genius and gives a glimpse of his comeback, had there been one. Fan or no fan, one leaves the theater heartbroken at the loss.
http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/movies/fans-love-seeing-michael-jacksons-final-days-in-this-is-it
Joe claims he needs monthly living allowance
Joe Jackson has requested an allowance from the estate of his late son Michael Jackson.
The 81 year-old has filed papers in LA claiming that the late star supported him for years before his death. Jackson Snr said he needs $20,000 a month to get by, but at present receives just $1,700 in state benefits. He said his outgoings include rent for his Las Vegas home, meals out, air travel and hotel accommodation.
Joe Jackson's lawyers added that the pop star's estate has earned an estimated $100m (£60.1m) since his sudden death on June 25.
Michael Jackson's will famously omitted his father, but made provision for his mother and children. Monthly payments to them were approved last month.
A hearing to assess Joe Jackson's request is expected to take place early next year.
Howard Weitzman, a lawyer for the administrators of the pop star's estate, said it was "quite surprising to learn of the request".
http://www.nme.com/news/michael-jackson/48275
Michael Jackson: The Greatest Madison Square Garden show of All Time?
Today at 2:16am
In 1968, the latest incarnation of Madison Square Garden opened in the heart of NYC.By the 1970s, the arena was the premier showcase for music's biggest stars.
With the '00s ending and MSG's renovation scheduled to begin in 2010, we have four decades of classic concerts and one question: What's The Garden's greatest show? Each week in November, MSG will give you a chance to vote on shows from each different decade. Last week was the 70’s, this week MSG is asking you to vote for your favorite show at The Garden during the 1980’s.
Though he'd played The Garden with his brothers in 1984, Michael Jackson made his solo debut when the Bad World Tour hit the World's Most Famous Arena for three nights in 1988, March 3, 5 and 6. Be sure to go to MSG.com and vote for Michael Jackson as your favorite show at The Garden during the 80s.
Upcoming Decades to vote on include:
1990’s poll opens Monday, November 16
2000’s poll opens Monday, November 23
http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=183325795002
Fans love seeing Michael Jackson’s final days in ‘This Is It’
WASHINGTON D.C. — Four months after Michael Jackson's sudden death, a film on his final days has opened around the globe. The movie called
"This Is It" will play for two weeks only but may be extended.
The film, part documentary part musical concert, is based on Jackson's rehearsals for his London stage performances. They were scheduled for July but cancelled because of his untimely death.
Director, Producer Kenny Ortega stitched together the 2-hourfilm from 120 hours of behind the scenes footage.
"This is like a little backstage pass, a private peak into a creative process of a great genius," he says.
Jackson is electrifying. His moves are sharp. His musical sensibility flawless. His rhythm is so precise he's like a metronome. He often motions to his hi - tech band to follow his lead.
"I got to cue that. I got to cue that."
Jackson was plagued by scandal, debt and rumors of failing health, and many questioned whether he could pull off a grand comeback.
But according to Ortega, Jackson envisioned his concerts as his crowning achievement, the spectacle to end all spectacles.
"We had new technology with video, costuming, lighting with sound, with pyrotechnics. I came to know very quickly that Michael liked things hotter, bigger, louder."
The film shows Jackson in top shape. Immersed in his work, he was the creative spirit behind a supercharged production showcasing the hits of a lifetime.
People waited in line for hours, in the rain, outside a Washington DC movie theater, hoping for tickets to the only screening before the sold-out premiere.
They were not disappointed.
A young woman said: I got to see this again! I love it! I love it, I love it, I love it!"
A Young man was clearly moved talking about his movie experience: "All the doubts I had about him, it all changed."
"I think he was a beautiful person and it shows in his work," said a lady too young to remember Jackson back in the eighties, during the Apex of his career.
"Michael Jackson was electrifying," said another.
"It just hit me at that moment, 'Oh my God he's actually gone.' It's a final good bye for him," said an almost teary — eyed girl.
On its opening day worldwide, the film topped the box office, raking in $66.6 million. But it's not only about money. The movie reaffirms Jackson's genius and gives a glimpse of his comeback, had there been one. Fan or no fan, one leaves the theater heartbroken at the loss.
http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/movies/fans-love-seeing-michael-jacksons-final-days-in-this-is-it
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Michael Jackson History
1996 - Michael Jackson did a VH1 interview while in Asia during his HIStory Tour.
Michael Jackson History
1996 - Michael Jackson did a VH1 interview while in Asia during his HIStory Tour.
