New York, September 19 : Pop singer Michael Jackson’s children were disguised in wigs and baseball caps when he took them to see ‘The Long King’ at the Minskoff Theatre on Sunday.

"All of a sudden, Michael Jackson appears with his three kids - who all had wigs and baseball caps on," the New York Post quoted Aspen magazine fashion editor Sue Hostetler as saying.

Hostetler was backstage at the time of Jackson’s entry with his kids.

She revealed that the singer introduced his children as Paris, Prince and Blanket to the cast.

Washington, October 25: Michael Jackson has bought a new airplane for himself.

The ‘Thriller’ hit maker, who was allegedly seen in the ‘Off The Wall’ shop on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles on October 23, had acquired a silver model aircraft at the antique store.

The King of Pop, who is known to guard his privacy, was later flooded by the paparazzi that caused him to flee in his SUV, reports Contactmusic.

Though the amount the pop icon paid for the model remains undisclosed, the owner of the store confirmed his celebrity customer had purchased a model aircraft. (ANI)

London, October 25: Michael Jackson has told his fans that he is planning to make a huge comeback with a 30-date world tour.

The ‘Thriller’ hit maker revealed that he intended to put finishing touches to his comeback plans after discussing them with the top music heads in LA.

The former King of Pop, who hopes to revisit the stage in 30 cities across the world next year, further said he wanted his children to know his profession better.

Washington, Oct 27 : Erstwhile pop king Michael Jackson’s attorney Mundell is reportedly bent upon dragging him into a new trial drama, although the singer doesn’t have a clue about it.

Mundell, who represented Jackson in a lawsuit he more or less lost to former partner Marc Schaffel, thinks that there’s more life to this story.

The attorney is said to be on the verge of filing a motion for a new trial in the case that earned Schaffel 900,000 dollars from Jackson for un-reimbursed expenses.

Sydney - Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, will tour the world with a reconstituted Jackson 5, his older brother Jermaine Jackson said in Sydney on Wednesday.

"This has been a long time coming for the Jackson family to get back together," Jackson told Australia's AAP news agency. "It's just the timing," he said. "So what we've been doing is working on the music and all the logistics."

The Jackson 5 were hugely successful in the 1970s and rumours of a reunion have been circulating for some time.

New Delhi, Oct 31 : Pop icon Michael Jackson’s fans will attempt a new world record for dancing to his hit song ''Thriller''.

Jackson fans and look-a-likes will gather in the Madame Tussauds wax museum in New York, and will attempt to break the Guinness World Record of the most people doing a simultaneous ''Thriller'' dance.

The attempt comes to mark the 25th anniversary of the iconic ‘Thriller’ video''s debut, which was premiered on MTV in 1983.

Jackson himself won''t take part in the attempt, but has lent his support to the stunt, reports the China Daily.

"I always thought Halloween and ''Thriller'' fit each other like a glove,” he said. (ANI)

London, November 1 : Michael Jackson has confirmed that he’s preparing to make a comeback with a tour soon.

The ‘King of Pop’ revealed his plans in a statement trashing rumours claiming that he will be joining his family on a reunion tour.

The 50-year-old, whose career had taken a beating in 2005 following a child abuse trial against him for which he was later acquitted, further said that he was already getting ready to offer his fans with something new.

Melbourne, Nov 3 : King of pop Michael Jackson is a strict parent, according to his brother Jermaine.

Jermaine believes that the 50-year-old singer is like their controversial father, Joseph, when it comes to parenting.

"Michael is not one of those fathers that lets them do what they want and give(s) them everything they want," Herald Sun quoted Jermaine, as saying.

"He is raising them the way he was raised. I think it''s great because he wants them to be good people," he added.

London, November 9 : Michael Jackson is high on the list of promoters who have reportedly made offers to tempt the singer for a string of shows in London.

The King of Pop is said to have had a ‘standing offer with no expiration’ to play at the O2 arena made by Promoters AEG Live – they were behind the ‘Spice Girls’ reunion tour and Prince''s recent London concert, reports the Daily Express.

The reports come in the backdrop of the artist’s recent return to the top spot in the Billboard''s Top Pop Catalog Albums with his 1982’s superhit album ‘Thriller’.

Washington, Nov 10 : Michael Jackson, who is no mood to perform, may see himself rocking the stage, as he’s still in financial trouble.

Apparently, the singer has been offered a 10 million dollar guarantee for 20 shows by AEG and recently the guarantee has been upped to 30 shows.

This deal was offered to Jackson last spring when he was on the verge of losing his Neverland ranch to default.

However, Colony Capital LLC of California came along and bought Jackson’s debt from Fortress Investments of New York.

Los Angeles  - Michael Jackson's Neverland adventure is over.

The controversial pop star, who created his fantasy escape on the sprawling central California ranch at the height of his fame in 1988, has transferred ownership of the property to a company that he owns jointly with the private equity firm which took over his 24.5-million-dollar debt on the property in May.

According to the Santa Barbara County Assessor's Office, Jackson sold the property for 35 million dollars.

Washington, Nov 13: Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch has been reportedly sold to an investment firm.

The troubled singer – who saved the 2,800-acre Californian estate from auction earlier this year after striking a deal with an investment company – has now officially passed the property deeds over to Sycamore Valley Ranch Company LLC.

The company’s bosses will rename the property in a joint venture with the pop star, according to reports.

Santa Barbara public records confirm Michael is no longer the owner of the ranch, reports Contactmusic.

Washington, November 13: ‘Doubt’, which is a film adaptation of John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer Prize winning play, is reportedly based on Michael Jackson’s child molestation trial.

The movie possibly reflects the King of Pop’s trial with its centre on a parish priest Father Flynn accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy.

According to Fox News, the film bears common circumstantial evidence with the wine, private meetings and the special attention given to the boy by the priest.

Washington, Nov 14 : Michael Jackson has been offered a deal of over 30 shows at the O2 Arena in London where he might be joined by sister Janet, according to reports.

AEG Live who have offered the deal to Michael have also asked Janet to join him on stage for the opening act.

The offer may turn out to be rather fruitful for both the siblings, reports Fox News.

Janet has had three dud albums in a row, and is now left with no record label. In fact, a string of cancelled shows recently has also become a plaguing issue for her.

London, Nov 17 : King of Pop Michael Jackson has been sued 4.3million pounds by an Arab sheik for not sticking to his record deal.

The lawsuit was brought about by Prince Abdulla Al-Khalif, of Bahrain, reports the Sun.

The Prince claims that Jacko had signed an exclusive deal for an autobiography, two albums and a musical, but that he never came through with the deal.

Prince of Bahrain, Sheikh Al Khalifa has taken Michael Jackson to court in the UK, claiming the singing sensation has breached his contract. According to the Prince, Jackson accepted up to $7 million as advance for an autobiography, including a joint recording project that involved making a new album for 2 Sea Records (radaronline.com), the Prince’s record label, which was never produced.
 
Denying the claim, Jackson says at he was in a fragile state of mind following his 2006 child molestation case and at the time he signed the deal, he believed the money and presents were simply gifts.
 

Washington, Nov 19 : An attorney for Michael Jackson has claimed that the singer is too sick to appear in court to testify in a lawsuit with an Arab sheikh.

The singer''s lawyer Robert Englehart told the High Court in London on Nov 18 (08) that Jackson is awaiting test results on a mystery illness and wants to give his testimony via video link from the U. S.

Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain is suing the Thriller hitmaker for 7 million dollars, reports Contactmusic.

The sheikh says Jackson reneged on a contract for an album, a candid autobiography and a stage play, after accepting millions of dollars in advance.

However, the pop star has denied the claims, insisting any monies given to him were as a gift.

London, November 19 : An Arab sheikh, who had sued Michael Jackson for breaching a record deal, has claimed that he paid a Brit motivational expert 175,000 pounds to help the singer regain his confidence.

Prince Abdulla Al-Khalif, of Bahrain, alleged that the King of Pop had suffered stage fright post his child abuse trial and needed “creative assistance” so that he could honour a deal to produce two albums, a musical and a book with the royal, London’s High Court heard.

London, Nov 21 : Michael Jackson has converted to Islam – and has changed his name to Mikaeel, according to reports.

According to the Sun, the 50-year-old singer wore traditional Islamic dress as he pledged his allegiance to the Koran at a friend''s home in Los Angeles.

Mikaeel is the name of one of Allah’s angels.

Jackson, who was raised a Jehovah''s Witness, reportedly decided to convert after discussing religion with a music producer and songwriter on his new album - both of whom were converts to Islam, says reports.

London, Nov 21: King of pop Michael Jackson is being sued by sheikh Abdulla Al-Khalifa over strangest of things, including the singer’s favourite ice-cream.

The tycoon, who is suing the singer for 4.7million pounds after Jackson allegedly reneged on a record deal, has gone to extraordinary lengths to itemise 350,000 pounds of stuff, which he claims he spent on the star – and should be paid back.

London, Nov 21 : Sheikh Adbulla of Bahrain has told the High Court that he gave Michael Jackson over 676,000 pounds before he had even met the singer.

Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the second son of the King of Bahrain, is suing Jackson to get back what he says he spent on the star in a failed recording venture in Bahrain.

He is hoping to regain 4.7 million pounds from the King of Pop, reports the Telegraph.

New York, Nov 22: Michael Jackson’s nanny revealed during a hearing in London High Court that an Arab Sheikh had paid the king of pop’s utility bills.

Grace Rwaramba said that the ‘Thriller’ star was so broke that he needed a sheikh to pay his utility bills.

Rwaramba, said that she was "flabbergasted" when Jacko''s benefactor, Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al-Khalifa transferred 35,000 dollars into her account to cover the bills for Neverland Ranch in California.

London, Nov 24: King of Pop Michael Jackson has reached an out-of-court settlement with Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, who was suing him for 4.7million pounds.

The sheikh was suing the 50-year-old singer to get back what he says he spent on the star in a failed recording venture in Bahrain.

Jackson was scheduled to appear in court 73 of the High Court.

However, when the singer was about to board a plane to Heathrow, his lawyers settled out of court.

London - US singer Michael Jackson has settled a legal dispute over claims that he breached a music contract brought by an Arab sheikh ahead of a scheduled court appearance in London Monday, his spokesman said.

The singer, 50, will now not appear at the High Court in London Monday to give evidence in the case, involving 4.7 million pounds (7 million dollars).

A spokesman for the singer confirmed that the two parties had made an agreement in principle over the claim by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa of Bahrain that Jackson reneged on a music contract.

London, Nov 25 : King of Pop Michael Jackson, who has reportedly blown 1 million pounds on luxuries and trinkets, including toys and comic books, is said to be surviving on a meagre diet of biscuits, painkillers and gravy.

According to sources, the singer’s spending habits are still running out of control, describing him as a “millionaire who lives like a billionaire”.

And they say his bizarre sprees have left him close to ruin.

Sources have claimed he will go into a comic store or antiques shop and buy the whole stock. When a catalogue arrives, he will order everything in it.

London, Nov 27 : Singer Michael Jackson is reportedly in talks to pen his autobiography.

The ‘Thriller’ hitmaker is in talks with major New York publishing giants in a bid to materialize his autobiography dream.

It has been reported that Michael may land up a deal with a publishing giant, as he is still one of the most intriguing celebrities, who was at zenith of his career before getting involved in controversies.

London, Dec 1 : Michael Jackson is planning to throw a lavish birthday bash for brother Jermaine – in the Big Brother house.

According to the singer, the reality show setting will be perfect for the huge weekend-long bash.

And he wants to invite many of the former housemates from Celebrity Big Brother 2007 when Jermaine, who is turning 54 next week, was a contestant.

Jermaine’s old housemates, like A-Team ace Dirk Benedict, 63, Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty, 33, and Scouse beauty Danielle Lloyd, 24, would be given invitation for the pyjama party.

London, Dec 5 : Three teenager boys, who will be playing Michael Jackson in the new West End show ‘Thriller Live,’ have said that they are ''overwhelmed'' to have got the chance to portray their idol.

The boys— Layton Williams from Bury, Sterling Williams from London and Kieran Alleyne from Leicester - all aged 13 –are to play the legendary singer in rotation.

Dressed in 1970s clothes, the trio appeared at the Lyric Theatre and performed Jackson 5 hit I Want You Back.

"It''s quite scary that we have to be him as he was so amazing," BBC quoted Layton as saying.

Washington, Dec 10 : The `Doubt' director John Patrick Shanley has said that the movie has been partly inspired by Michael Jackson.

The film, which Shanley directed from his 2004 Broadway play, was premiered to an all-star crowd at the Paris Theater on Dec 7.

He said that when Father Flynn is revealed in the award winning play to have given a 12-year-old boy liquor - the incident was inspired by Michael Jackson having given "Jesus Juice" to children at Neverland.

The filmmaker revealed the connection on December 9 at the Four Seasons, where Miramax toasted him, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Viola Davis with a lunch celebrating the film's opening.

Los Angeles  - The glittery glove famously worn by former pop idol Michael Jackson in his 1983 video for the hit song Billie Jean is up for sale.

The glove will be auctioned off in April, together with more than 2,000 items from Neverland Ranch, Jackson's home for over 15 years, until he abandoned in the aftermath of his 2005 acquittal on charges that he molested a young male visitor there.

Washington, Dec 11 : Items of memorabilia from Michael Jackson''s personal collection are set to be sold at an auction next spring.

It has been reported that the ‘Heal The World’ hitmaker will be selling off more than 2,000 items in a live TV auction on 21 April 2009, reports Contactmusic.

The items include his glittery black glove, which featured in his 1983 video for Billie Jean, the gates which once led to his Neverland Ranch and many more.

London, December 14 : Michael Jackson looked like a "broken man" when he stepped out in public with his trademark trilby hat and a black `Zorro' mask.

The King of Pop, who lost a fortune in a court case and was compelled to put up his Neverland ranch up for grabs to pay his creditors, was spotted in an uncanny get-up while on his way to shopping in Beverly Hills.

London, Dec 21: Michael Jackson is reportedly fighting for his life, according to a writer who is penning a new biography on the singer.

Ian Halperin, a former award-winning investigative journalist on America''s respected Rolling Stone Magazine, has said that the singer is suffering from a rare lung condition and needs to undergo an emergency transplant operation, reports the Daily Express.

However, the ailing star is too weak to be rushed into surgery and may even be fighting for his life, claims the writer.

Los Angeles - Former pop idol Michael Jackson is fighting for his life and will die if he does not receive a lung transplant, his biographer has told US gossip magazine In Touch.

Author Ian Halperin said that Jackson, 50, is suffering from the rare genetic illness, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, as well as emphysema and gastrointestinal bleeding. Halperin also claimed that the singer can barely speak and is 95-per cent blind in his left eye.

Washington, Dec 23 : One time King of pop Michael Jackson is not suffering from any life threatening disease.

According to a source, the `Bad' hitmaker is perfectly fine and his health problems claiming that he urgently needs a lung transplant have been blown out of proportion.

Earlier, it was reported that the singer is suffering from the same disease, which troubled pop star Amy Winehouse is suffering from and he will need an urgent lung transplant and any kind of delay could kill him, reports Fox News.

London, Dec 23 : One-time King of Pop Michael Jackson has just moved into a new home, which is worth a whopping 25 million pounds.

The `Thriller' hitmaker is reportedly paying 68,000 pounds a month for the lavish estate including 7 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, reports the Sun.

Michael, who is left with not much of his moolah, is paying the rent for the house from sales of memorabilia at Neverland, the ranch he left after he was cleared of child abuse there.

Meanwhile, it has been revealed that the singer s not actually suffering from any life threatening disease. (ANI)

London, Dec 23 : One-time King of Pop Michael Jackson has just moved into a new home, which is worth a whopping 25 million pounds.

The `Thriller' hitmaker is reportedly paying 68,000 pounds a month for the lavish estate including 7 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, reports the Sun.

Michael, who is left with not much of his moolah, is paying the rent for the house from sales of memorabilia at Neverland, the ranch he left after he was cleared of child abuse there.

Meanwhile, it has been revealed that the singer s not actually suffering from any life threatening disease. (ANI)

Los Angeles - Reports that former pop idol Michael Jackson is in desperate need of a lung transplant are a "total fabrication," according to a statement Tuesday from a man identified as the singer's "official and sole spokesperson."

The reports circulated Monday after Jackson biographer Ian Halperin told British tabloid The Sun and American gossip magazine In Touch that Jackson needed the procedure to combat a rare genetic illness, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.

In a press release, Jackson agent said that the singer is very much fine and also denied the reports that the King of Pop is suffering from life-threatening lung disease and needs a lung transplant terming such reports as ‘total fabrication’.

Earlier on Sunday, a British newspaper has claimed that Pop legend Michael Jackson is suffering from a rare lung condition and is "close to death".

London, Jan 7 : Self-styled investigative journalist Ian Halperin is so set on finding out if Michael Jackson is dying from a lung disease that he has offered to pay for the singer to undergo medical tests.

Halperin, who is producing a new book on Jackson's life, insists that the Thriller star is suffering from the deadly lung condition Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.

When Jackson''s publicist denied the claims of his illness last month by calling them "a total fabrication", the author offered to fund for a medical examination to get to the truth.

Washington, January 8: Former King of pop Michael Jackson is moving back to California for the first time after his infamous child molestation trial in 2005, and he has leased a new Bel-Air mansion for 100,000 dollars a month.

The `Thriller' star had vowed never to return to his Neverland Ranch estate in Santa Barbara, California, after it was raided by police.

However, he has now decided on moving back.

Jackson's manager Tohme has revealed that the singer wants to be closer to "where all the action is", reports Contactmusic.

Melbourne, Jan 08 : Michael Jackson may have only six months to live, as he is suffering from a deadly genetic disorder, according to a new report.

Showbizspy has learnt that the `Thriller' hitmaker's health is deteriorating rapidly because of a crippling addiction to painkillers and alcohol.

"It''s tragic. His condition is just so far gone, I''d be surprised if he lasts six months," the Courier Mail quoted a source, as saying.

London, January 10: Michael Jackson is said to have come up with a new way of boosting his CD sales -buying his own records.

The `Black and White' hitmaker was spotted shelling out 100 pounds at a store for a 20-CD set of his own work.

The singer allegedly tried to get `Visionary: The Complete Singles Collection' in secret, but his weird disguise had apparently given away his secret to the staff, reports the Daily Star.

London, Jan 16 : One-time Ling of Pop Michael Jackson has sparked new fears for his health after he left a hospital sporting a bizarre surgical mask, scarf and a hat.

The `Thriller' hitmaker added fuel to the claims about his deteriorating health after he was spotted living the L. A. clinic.

Although, Michael was wearing a mask in a bid to avoid fans and media frenzy, his ever-loving fans recognized him and hurdled up to him for autographs.

Los Angeles  - Broadway impresario James L Nederlander has inked a deal with Michael Jacskon to turn the pop star's classic horror spoof Thriller into a stage musical.

According to a press statement issued Monday, the Nederlander Organization will produce a musical based on the song's groundbreaking video, in which the former King of Pop turns into a werewolf while on a date. The production will feature songs from Jackson's albums Thriller and Off the Wall.

London, Jan 29 : King of Pop Michael Jackson has been sued by John Landis, the original director of the classic video `Thriller', for not sharing the profits from the 1980s pop video.

Landis filed the suit in a Los Angeles court last week and accused Jackson of fraudulent, malicious and oppressive conduct because he has not been paid profits made from the video in the past four years.

Washington, Feb 4 : A Cameroonian musician is taking Michael Jackson and Rihanna to a Paris court, alleging that they swiped a hook from one of his works.

The lawsuit by 75-year-old Manu Dibango claims that the Moonwalker had previously acknowledged using a section of Dibango''s 1972 track "Soul Makossa" as the riff on "Wanna Be Startin'' Something," one of the hit singles from Jackson''s 1983 landmark `Thriller' album.

At the time, both sides went for an out of court settlement over the unauthorized sample.

London, February 7: Pop star Michael Jackson's fans have been worrying about his health ever since the `Thriller' star was seen with a raw and painful-looking skin condition.

Jacko was seen coming out of a Beverly Hills clinic this week.

According to the Daily Express, the singer appeared with cracked, swollen hands and blotchy cheeks, before stepping into his car still wearing a surgical cap and mask.

He is believed to be undergoing treatment for Vitiligo, a disease which causes loss of pigment and irregular, patchy skin.

London, February 12: Michael Jackson is reportedly undergoing treatment for a `super-infection', which threatens to eat his flesh.

And the surgery on the singer's nose may have something to do with it, claim sources.

The King of Pop was spotted having inflamed skin with red and purple spots, along with a severely swollen cheek while visiting a Beverly Hills clinic.

London, Feb 13 : Onetime pop king Michael Jackson, whose ever-changing looks have always been a subject of speculation, has once again hit the headlines with reports suggesting that his skin has been infected by a skin-ravaging bug.

MRSA expert Mark Enright, a professor at Imperial College London, says that Jackson's skin has a `Staph' infection.

The doctor says that the infection has made the required treatment difficult, as the singer's skin has become immune to antibiotic medication.

London, Feb 13: King of Pop Michael Jackson, whose ever-changing looks have always been a subject of speculation, has once again hit the headlines with reports suggesting that his nose may soon fall off due to a skin-ravaging infection.

MRSA expert Mark Enright, a professor at Imperial College London, says that Jackson's skin has a `Staph' infection, which has made his skin immune to any antibiotic medication.

And therefore, his skin problem is aggravating with each passing day, leaving his nose in jeopardy.

Washington, February 13 : The clothes Michael Jackson donned during his Victory tour, and at the 1984 American Music Awards, are being exhibited at Los Angeles'' new Grammy Museum.

Eight elaborately embellished jackets, two gloves, and accessories form part of the exhibition, reports, Contactmusic.

The outfit that Jackson wore when he unveiled his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in November, 1984, is also being displayed.

London, February 17: Pop singer Michael Jackson is reportedly auctioning 2,000 items from the Neverland ranch, which he quit in 2005 after his acquittal in his infamous child abuse case.

His treasured possessions will descend on the four-day sale in April.

Meanwhile, reports have suggested that Jackson lived like a king with crowns, a royal cape, a suit of armour, and a throne in his bedroom.

The singer, who is currently wrestling with huge debts, once had a fortune worth more than 500 million pounds.

London, Feb 20: Pop singer Michael Jackson's brother, Marlon, is working on a controversial project that will see a former slave port turned into a memorial for Africa''s former slave trade.

The Badagry Historical Resort, located near Badagry''s former slave port, will include a luxury resort that will house a Jackson Five museum, five-star hotel, and a life-size replica of a slave ship.

London, Feb 21: Former "king of pop" Michael Jackson will be making a 150 million pounds comeback with the 30 gigs he will be performing in London. Jackson, 50, who has contracted an MRSA-type bug, is said to be desperate to revive his flagging career, and hopes the string of concerts will bail him out.

The `Thriller' star is said to be in "advanced talks" with the O2 arena to stage the shows, which are expected to earn him five million pounds each.

Washington, February 26 : Former ‘king of pop’ Michael Jackson’s musical film ‘The Whiz’ is once again heading back to Broadway.

The film, also starring Diana Ross, was actually based on a 1975 Broadway show titled ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’, which exclusively featured African American actors.

Sidney Lumet directed the film in 1978 with Jackson, Ross, and Richard Pryor as cast members.

Washington, Mar 02 : Pop singer Michael Jackson has reportedly asked the organizers of his upcoming gig to integrate a team of nine doctors to take care of him in case of any emergency.

According to Michael's biographer Ian Halperin, the entertainer has agreed to sing at a Russian billionaire Oleg Derispaska's private party for a whopping 2.9 million dollars.

The `Heal the World' hitmaker has clearly mentioned in his contract that there should be a team of experts to attend to him in case he falls ill while performing.

London, March 02: Pop singer Michael Jackson has proved to be a truly loving father, for he has furtively recorded over 100 songs as a legacy for his three children.

The talented `Heal the World' hitmaker will leave the concealed songs as a legacy for Prince, 11, Paris Katherine, 10, and five-year-old Prince Michael II aka Blanket, revealed his biographer Ian Halperin.

London - US popstar Michael Jackson will make a "special announcement" in London this week which is widely expected to focus on the launch of a comeback tour in Britain this summer.

Celena Aponte of London agents The Outside Organization said Jackson would give a news conference at the O2 Arena concert venue in London's docklands Thursday.

London, March 4: Former “king of pop” Michael Jackson will be making a 150 million pounds comeback with the 30 gigs he will be performing in London.

Jackson, 50, who has contracted an MRSA-type bug, is said to be desperate to revive his flagging career, and hopes the string of concerts will bail him out.

The ‘Thriller’ star is said to be in “advanced talks” with the O2 arena to stage the shows, which are expected to earn him five million pounds each.

Washington, March 4 : Faded singer Michael Jackson has reportedly got a clean cheat from medics and may subsequently make his live comeback in London.

The King of Pop allegedly passed the medical tests that allow him to sign his deal with AEG Live for up to 30 shows this year grossing a possible 30 million dollars in total.

Jackson recently arrived in Britain and is rumoured to be staying at the posh Lanesborough hotel in Knightsbridge, reports Fox News.

Washington, Mar 5 : Fans of Michael Jackson have been warned by a music industry watchdog not to buy tickets for the singer's upcoming tour unless official vendors sell them.

Jackson is expected to announce a comeback tour at a press conference in London on March 5, his first live dates since 1996.

His fans have been warned of illegal sellers offering counterfeit tickets for the tour.

London - US popstar Michel Jackson Thursday announced that he would give a "final show of performances" at a series of concerts in London in July.

The former "King of Pop," appearing frail and unsteady, told some 2,000 fans the O2 concert venue in London: "This is it. This is the final curtain call. See you in July."

The announcement, billed as a news conference, had been described as the singer's comeback after his last tour 12 years ago.

A press release said the singer would perform 10 shows in London in July at the O2, the former Millennium Dome.

London  - US superstar Michael Jackson announced his comeback Thursday with a series of "curtail call" shows in London in July.

The 50-year-old star, looking frail and appearing unsteady, had travelled to the British capital to make the announcement at the O2 Arena in south-east London, where the concerts will be performed.

"I love you so much," he told some 2,000 screaming fans, as he swayed and spoke indistinctly, his face hidden behind a pair of outsize sun glasses.

A press release said the star would give 10 performances in London, starting on July 8.

London, Mar 6: King of pop Michael Jackson made a rare public appearance to confirm his return to stage with the series of ten gigs in London's O2 arena.

The event would mark his last ever performance in London.

Also, the concerts will mark the 25th anniversary of the release of Jackson''s ''Thriller'', the best selling album ever.

"I am coming to London to play the songs my fans want to hear," the Telegraph quoted Jackson as saying.

London, March 6: An auction company sued by King of Pop Michael Jackson has hit back at him, claiming that the singer had permitted it to sell his personal belongings.

Julien''s Auction House was sued by Jackson in Los Angeles on March 4 over entitlement to retain possession of the latter’s “personal property”.

The company was planning to sell the gates to the Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara, California, Jackson’s famous rhinestone gloves and socks, and the hands of Johnny Depp''s movie character Edward Scissorhands that the singer owned.

London, Mar 6 : `Thriller' has been named `Brits' Favourite Michael Jackson Song' in a new poll.

Billie Jean came second in the poll taken by performance and royalties database PRS.

`Beat It' landed the third spot while `You Rock My World' stood fourth.

`Man In The Mirror' rounded off the top five, reports the Daily Express.

Meanwhile, Jackson has confirmed his return to stage with the series of ten gigs in London's O2 arena.

The top ten are:

1. Thriller

2. Billie Jean

London, Mar 6: Details of Michael Jackson’s comeback gigs were leaked even before the official announcement when blundering advertisers put up posters plugging the shows hours.

While the organisers of the gigs at London''s O2 Arena tried hard to keep the details under wraps, London Underground tube network was emblazoned with ads confirming the tour.

The ads revealed that the Thriller hitmaker would play a total of ten shows at the O2 in July (09).

Washington, Mar 6 : "King of Pop" Michael Jackson's comeback tour has been planned for his kids, if reports are to be believed.

"Michael's doing it for his kids. He wanted them to see, at least once, what he did for a living," Fox News quoted a source close to the singer as saying.

Jackson, who was at the O2 Arena to talk about his summer tour, looked fit and fine despite reports of his near death or fatal illnesses, and he told the crowd that it would be his "final curtain call".

Washington, Mar 6 : The president of the company promoting Michael Jackson's comeback gigs has hit out at media over ill-health rumours, insisting the King of Pop is `very sane, very focused and very healthy'.

The `Thriller' hitmaker confirmed his upcoming comeback tour at a press conference in London, revealing he will play 10 shows at the city''s O2 Stadium in July (09).

The singer hasn''t played a full concert since 2001 and has been dogged by rumours of ill health over the last few years.

Controversial pop legend Michael Jackson has undergone a series of 50 health checks to prove his fitness in order perform a series of his upcoming London concerts.

A UK-based website has reported that there were doubts about the 50-year-old star's fitness which prompted promoters to seek undertakings on his well-being.

London, Mar 7: King of pop Michael Jackson is likely to rake in 400million dollars from his comeback deal involving new music and movies as well as concerts, according to his promoter.

Randy Phillips, head of AEG Live, which is staging the gigs, said they had a wider deal that could cover a world tour and a 3D film based on Thriller.

"We''re talking to him about helping him figure a new plan for the release of singles, new music," The BBC quoted Phillips as saying.

London, Mar 7 : Organisers of Michael Jackson's comeback gigs are leaving no stone unturned to make his London tour a huge hit.

A television promo for Jacko''s comeback concerts will take up the entire ad break during ITV1's popular show Dancing On Ice.

The three-and-a-half minute video will feature his performances over the years. The organisers said he is the first artist to fill a whole advert break, reports Sky News.

The king of pop made a rare public appearance to confirm his return to stage with the series of ten gigs in London's O2 arena.

London, Mar 7 : King of pop Michael Jackson was recently spotted at West End musical Oliver – sans his trademark lone glove.

The 50-year-old singer, who’s preparing for his comeback gigs, was seen at the Covent Garden accompanied by son Prince Michael and daughter Paris.

Their arrival brought screams from hundreds of fans waiting to catch a glimpse of the troubled star.

While Jacko wore shiny jacket along with red and gold waistcoat and dark glasses, his trademark lone glove was missing.

He waved and shook hands with fans as he left his five-star London hotel.

London, March 7 : Sales of Michael Jackson's classic albums have been reaching new skies after the singer confirmed his return to stage with the series of gigs in London.

The King of Pop, who has kept a low profile since his acquittal in 2005 of child sex abuse charges, has stayed away from a live arena since 2001.

The 50-year-old recently confirmed 10 concerts while 10 more were reportedly added to fill the 20,000-capacity O2 arena at the former Millennium Dome.

Washington, Mar 7 : King of pop Michael Jackson’s facial reconstruction got 500,000 covers for album ‘Bad’ dumped, as they did not have his newly acquired cleft.

Jackson had held a press conference in London on March 6, and he was seen sporting a new cleft chin implant, refreshed cheeks and a new mouth.

A former Jacko insider, who worked on the album, “Bad,” saw the press conference on TV, and remembered the album covers.

London, Mar 8 : It looks like King of pop Michael Jackson is suffering from stage-fright ahead of his big comeback announcement at the O2 Arena.

The singer was apparently caught drunk and lurching around the Lanesborough Hotel near Hyde Park in the early hours of Wednesday.

The 50-year-old had to be held up by minders and led back to his suite, but friends refused to blame it on the booze.

New York, March 8 : The guitarist for Madonna and Michael Jackson passed away, leaving his family fuming over the music community's ignorance and the hospital's abandoned concern during his final days.

David Williams was rushed to the Sentara Hospital in Hampton, after suffering complications from high blood pressure.

The 58-year-old, who had also toured with Jessica Simpson, Chaka Khan, Lionel Richie and Van Halen for more than three decades, later slipped into a coma.

London  - Hundreds of thousands of Michael Jackson fans have registered for tickets before the start of official sales for the 10 concerts being staged by the "King of Pop" in London.

Around 350,000 people were registered two days after Jackson announced the concert series in the British capital, promoters AEG Live said on Saturday night.

On Thursday, the 50-year-old singer made an appearance before a crowd of around 20,000 people at the O2 Arena in south-east London to announce he would give 10 concerts there from July 8.

London, Mar 8 : King of Pop has made a list of bizarre requests for his comeback gigs at the O2 Arena in July.

The `Thriller' hitmaker has asked that his dressing room be equipped with no fewer than four hair driers.

His requests also include 24 hand towels, ten clothing rails, a nailbrush, odourless air freshener and even raspberry-scented candles.

"This just doesn't sound like your regular rock gig at all," the Daily Star quoted American rock event planner Katie McCubbin, who has helped stage concerts at huge venues for megabands including the Rolling Stones and U2, as saying.

London, Mar 09 : Pop singer Michael Jackson may be going through a rough patch due to his bankruptcy and ill health, but his fan following seems unaffected, for zillions of them are desperate to obtain seats at his final concerts.

Although millions of fans are keen to attend Michael's 10 farewell concerts at London's O2 arena, only 200,000 seats will be made available.

It is feared that touts might make big bucks by selling tickets worth 50 and 75 pounds for thousands.

London, Mar 09 : Pop star Michael Jackson's pal and business manager Dr. Tomhe has dismissed claims that his health is deteriorating, emphasizing that the singer is doing fine.

Dr. Tomhe has laughed off reports claiming that the `Heal the World' hitmaker is suffering from respiratory problems, and has been struck by deadly superbug MRSA.

He instead says that Michael took time off his musical career to care for his three children - Prince, 11, Paris Katherine, 10, and Prince Michael II, five.

London, Mar 10 : Caner-stricken Jade Goody has been boosted by a special taped message sent to her by Michael Jackson.

The `Heal the World' hitmaker had recently had called Goody to wish her well but she could not receive his call, as she was at the baptism ceremony of her sons Bobby, 5, and Freddie, 4. Therefore, the King of Pop later sent her a recorded message.

Washington, Mar 10 : Five separate catalogues of Michael Jackson's personal items have been published and for the first time will be viewed by the public as they go for auction.

The auction begins on April 21, 2009 in Los Angeles at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, reports Fox News.

The collection includes two canvasses, one each by Macaulay Culkin and Michael Jackson, circa 1991 and 1998 respectively. And a carousel horse "gifted" by Elizabeth Taylor.

London, Mar 11 : 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 3½miles outside Greater London, it is set among the 180-acre Copped Hall estate, and even has a five-a-side football pitch.

Meanwhile, it has been revealed that Jackson will release new music in time for his spectacular return.

Washington, Mar 11 : 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.

Now, it has emerged that the singer is heading into the studio to record music, reports Contactmusic.

Randy Phillips, head of concert promoters AEG Live, confirms, "There will be a new Michael Jackson single before the first date.

London  - The This Is It comeback concert series announced by US superstar Michael Jackson in London last week is a sell-out despite 13 more shows having been added to the original 10 performances, organizers said Wednesday.

Organizers AEG Live said pre-sale demand for tickets had been overwhelming for the series, due to open at London's O2 Arena on July 8. It will now not finish before early September.

London, Mar 12 : Michael Jackson's fans were left fuming after touts got their hands on tickets for the King of Pop's London concerts, leaving them empty-handed, and later demanded up to 2,500 pounds for every bill.

Over 1.5million people clamoured to snap up the first batch to go on sale for Jacko's concerts at London's O2 arena, leaving phone lines jammed and a website crashed.

While fans were left with just mega phone bills, it was a bonanza for touts as the 50-year-old singer added 18 more shows to his ten-night run.

London, Mar 13 : After taking the audience by storm with Britney Spears' performance, X factor boss Simon Cowell is planning to bring in king of pop Michael Jackson to the show.

While Jacko prepares for his `last ever' shows in London's O2 arena, Cowell has made it his priority to get him on the show.

"Britney was a massive coup for Cowell. But he's determined to raise the bar even higher and secure Jacko's services," the Mirror quoted a source as saying.

"He is perhaps one of the few artists who could outshine Britney.

London, Mar 13: King of pop Michael Jackson will be performing 50 shows at the London’s O2 arena, continuing his ‘last ever’ gigs well into 2010.

The 50-year-old star has added new shows throughout the first two months of the year, ending February 24.

Around 360,000 pre-sale tickets have been sold out so far and if all 50 dates sell out, Jacko will have sold a million seats for his shows.

According to the show organisers, the Thriller hitmaker’s ‘This Is It’ tour has become the fastest selling in history, with 33 seats sold each minute.

London, Mar 13 : It seems that Jackomania has gripped people all over the world.

As Michael Jackson prepares for his `last ever' London gigs, the demand for concert tickets has soared, leaving the sales website eventually crashed.

Nearly 360,000 fans have snapped up tickets for his final UK concerts so far.

Die-hard Jacko fans, from Congo and Australia have got the chance to get their tickets.

London - Tickets for Michael Jackson's This Is It comeback tour in Britain this summer went on sale in London Friday as organizers raised the number of performances to 50 due to "overwhelming demand."

The US superstar announced in London last week that he would give an initial 10 concerts from July in what he called his "curtain call" in the British capital.

However, following strong pre-sale demand, organizers have added another 40 dates, prolonging the Jackson series into February 2010.

London  - Tickets for Michael Jackson's This Is It comeback tour in Britain were sold out within hours of going on sale Friday even after the number of gigs was increased to 50, organizers said.

Organizers AEG Live said 750,000 tickets had been sold for the concert series due to start on July 8, reflecting a "truly amazing level of interest."

The US superstar announced in London last week that he would give an initial 10 concerts from July in what he called his "curtain call" in the British capital.

London, March 14: Pop star Michael Jackson’s lawyers have given the green light for an auction of the singer’s personal property, just weeks after they moved the court to stop the sale.

They sued Julien''s Auction House earlier this month, claiming that it was not "entitled to retain possession of Michael Jackson''s personal property".

The company hit back with the claim that they had already taken Jackson’s permission to go ahead with the auction, set for April 21.

New York, Mar 15 : The promotion company behind Michael Jackson’s concerts at London’s O2 arena is reportedly failing to line up an insurer to cover the seven-month run by the famously frail King of Pop.

According to the Daily Telegraph, promoter AEG Live has lined up insurance for the first 10 dates, but may be forced to self-insure the rest of the performances at the O2 arena between July and February.

Chief executive Randy Phillips said he isn''t worried.

New York, Mar 15 : The promotion company behind Michael Jackson's concerts at London's O2 arena is reportedly failing to line up an insurer to cover the seven-month run by the famously frail King of Pop.

According to the Daily Telegraph, promoter AEG Live has lined up insurance for the first 10 dates, but may be forced to self-insure the rest of the performances at the O2 arena between July and February.

Chief executive Randy Phillips said he isn''t worried.

London, Mar 16 : 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.

London, Mar 16 : Erstwhile `King of Pop' Michael Jackson, who is all set to make a return to stage with London 02 Arena concerts, has already stirred the world, with fans going ballistic over his much-anticipated comeback gigs.

The fact that the `Heal The World' hitmaker will be belting out classic after classics at the concerts has made the Michael mania gain momentum, reports The Sun.

The introductory tracks belted out by him at the concert will be hits like `Beat It' and `Bad'.

Washington, March 17: Pop star Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch is about to be sold, if reports are to be believed.

Sources have revealed that there is a buyer who has shown interest in purchasing the property.

It may be recalled that Jackson and Colony Capital became partners in the ranch last fall, after the latter put a 23.5million-dollar note on the property.

The name of the ranch was changed to Sycamore Valley, Jackson got several million dollars in refinancing, and the Colony added its name to the lease.

Washington, mar 18 : Pop star Michael Jackson, who has already gone under the knife several times, is reportedly planning for more plastic surgery.

In a bid to revamp his image ahead of his eagerly anticipated comeback shows, he is said to be discussing more cosmetic surgeries with medics.

The Thriller hitmaker is making a return to the stage in July to start his 50-date residency at London''s O2 Arena.

And, according to biographer Ian Halperin, the `Thriller' hitmaker, who has had various cosmetic surgery procedures in the past, wants to go under the knife once again.

Washington, Mar 18 : `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.

Jackson has announced a 50-date residency at London''s 02 Arena, which begins in July.

And music mogul Cowell has urged the King of Pop to thrill the nation with a showcase on Idol first.

London, Mar 20 : 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".

"I can't believe which 80s celebrities I want back less. Michael Jackson or the IRA," the Mirror quoted the comedians as saying on Radio 4's The Now Show.

London, Mar 21: King of pop Michael Jackson has sparked fears for his comeback tour after he was spotted wearing a surgeon’s mask and cap.

The 50-year-old singer fuelled health concerns after he was seen behind a surgeon’s mask and cap as he came out of his doctor’s office in Los Angeles.

“I was over the moon when I got tickets but now I’m on a knife edge waiting to see if he’ll make it,” the Daily Star quoted Jacko’s fan Natasha Jones, 33, from north London as saying.

London, Mar 22 : King of pop Michael Jackson is considering adopting a child from Britain.

The `Thriller' hitmaker, who is in Britain for his sell-out concerts, is said to feel he is an `ideal' adoptive parent.

The singer, who already has three kids, has told associates to make contact with a British adoption agency with links throughout the world.

"His life is his children. Wherever he goes, they go, and he has said it would be good to have another child," the Daily Express quoted a source, as saying.

London, Mar 24: 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.

“Michael is a huge fan of the Harry Potter books and films,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

Washington, Mar 24 : 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.

According to British newspaper the Daily Mirror, Jackson has requested a river boat company to transport him to the arena.

"He loves the idea of turning up by boat - he thinks its much more glamorous and very James Bond," Contactmusic quoted a source, as saying. (ANI)

London, Mar 25 : King of Pop Michael Jackson is reportedly planning to enter London concerts riding an elephant.

The 50-year-old also wants a panther, snakes, tropical birds and three monkeys for a set that will have a jungle, circus and weather theme.

"He hopes to make it the most spectacular gig ever. For the jungle section, he wants to ride out on an African elephant with panthers led on gold chains. Parrots and other birds will fly behind him. If it goes to plan it will look incredible," the Mirror quoted an insider, as saying.

Washington, Mar 25 : Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is struggling to get tickets for Michael Jackson''s London gigs.

The rocker - who is married to Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow - is a massive fan of the `Thriller' hitmaker.

However, Martin has been left disappointed that he can''t get a pass to go and watch his hero perform at the British capital''s O2 Arena.

Washington, Mar 25 : King of pop Michael Jackson's associate is said to have threatened auctioneer Darren Julien with harm from the Nation of Islam if they did not stop the auction of the singer's memorabilia.

Julien and his partner Martin Nolan entered affidavits into Los Angeles Superior Court regarding the threat about the auction, which is to take place in Los Angeles next month.

London, Mar 26 : Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has condemned Michael Jackson''s apparent plans to feature a variety of exotic creatures onstage during his comeback concerts.

The `Thriller' hitmaker will kick off his `This Is It' run at London''s O2 Arena this summer (Jul09) and is reportedly working on ideas to make the 50-date tour as memorable as possible.

London, Mar 27 : Michael Jackson has had so many cosmetic surgeries that he might face difficulty opening his mouth wide enough to hit the high notes when he kicks off his London comeback tour.

And producers fear that the erstwhile King of Pop might have to compromise on his voice while belting out hits, because of his multiple surgeries.

The London shows also face a recording ban, and thus concertgoers cannot analyse the sound too closely.

London, Mar 28 : 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.

The area has been under constant limelight of ghostly sightings, which were dug in chalk by the Saxons, Druids and Romans.

Jacko will move into the nearby manor in late June.

London, Mar 30 : 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 is said to have been spending hours rehearsing his signature dance moves ahead of the 50-date `This Is It' tour.

London, March 30 : Michael Jackson will reportedly join other mourners at Jade Goody's funeral on April 4.

The King of Pop was said to have extended his support to the family of the late Brit reality star who lost her battle to cervical cancer on March 22 aged 27.

The singer had allegedly been in touch with her hubby Jack Tweed since he learnt about her disease during his London visit in early March.

And now, the 50-year-old, who had made several calls and left messages of support while Jade battled her disease, had purportedly promised to be a part of the service.

London, March 30 (ANI): Michael Jackson is reportedly eyeing a duet with Leona Lewis to lend her voice to the part previously sung by his sister Janet in 1995 hit 'Scream'.

The King of Pop was said to have been highly impressed with the vocals of the 23-year-old and was allegedly eager to take her on his side as he performs 50 'This Is It' concerts at the O2 arena in London.

"Michael has a list of singers he feels could do Janet justice - and Leona is top," the Sun quoted a source as saying.

London, March 31: Michael Jackson will not join mourners at Jade Goody’s funeral on April 4.

The late reality star’s spokesman, Max Clifford, has said that Jackson, who had made several calls and left messages of support while Jade battled her disease, was never expected to be at the ceremony.

He was reacting to the rumours that the singer would be present at the service to bid final goodbye to the 27-year-old, who lost her battle to cervical cancer on March 22 – Mother’s Day.

London, Apr 1 : 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.

The duo are also reported to have drawn up plans for high wire routines and a levitation trick.

Plans for the show have gone ahead, with for more than 100 mirrors and dry ice being ordered.

“Jacko and David have been close pals for years,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

Washington, April 4 : Michael Jackson's lawyer have failed to obtain a court order to stop the auction of his Neverland Ranch belongings, scheduled for April 22-25.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Brett Klein has given the green light to Julien''s Auction House of Los Angeles to sell Jackson memorabilia.

Jackson had signed a deal with the auction house last summer, and agreed to move everything out of his Neverland Ranch, make an inventory and catalogs for a total sale.

London, April 5 : King of Pop Michael Jackson has refused to sing with his brothers after they begged him to stage a Jackson 5 farewell.

Tito, 55, Marlon, 52, and Jackie, 57, all asked the `Thriller' hitmaker if their band could reunite for one gig during one of his 50 sell-out performances at London's O2 Arena this summer.

According to a family source, fifth brother Jermaine, 54, didn't join his siblings in pleading for an emotional reunion, though he did say he'd appear if asked.

London, April 9: Michael Jackson''s ''Thriller'' has topped a new poll of ''The Greatest Albums of all Time''.

The 1982 hit notched up almost one in three of all votes cast by more than 40,000 fans, and 20 percent more than its nearest rival.

Paying tribute to the king of pop, DJ Trevor Nelson said there would probably never be another album like it.

"Thriller was innovative, groundbreaking and is timeless. I don''t think there will be another album like it - ever," the Daily Star quoted him, as saying.

London, April 10 : Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has appreciated King of Pop Michael Jackson's decision to keep his comeback concerts animal free.

The `Thriller' hitmaker came under fire from PETA after it was rumoured that the singer would include a variety of exotic creatures in his `This Is It ` run at London''s O2 Arena this summer.

However, organisers of the concerts have now confirmed no animals will be onstage at the gigs - and PETA bosses are pleased with the decision.

London, April 10 : 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.

These are said to be among the most prized items in the auction, reports the Sun.

The auction begins on April 22.

Mika is presently in the U. S. working on the follow-up to multimillion-selling debut album Life In Cartoon Motion. (ANI)

Washington, April 10 : Michael Jackson has reportedly paid a 1.45-million dollar deposit for a luxurious 28 bedroom stately home in England for his lengthy concert run in the UK.

The Thriller hitmaker is due to make his live comeback at London''s O2 Arena in July, having sold-out a 50-date residency at the venue.

He is said to have sent a team over to Britain from Los Angeles to find him somewhere suitable to stay during the tour.

London, Apr 11 : 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.

He has long been interested in collecting exclusive figurines.

He even had a replica made of himself to commemorate his 1992 visit to the firm's factory.

But this time, Jacko looked pale and tired during his shopping jaunt, reports the Daily Star.

Los Angeles - The contents of former pop idol Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch went on public viewing Tuesday ahead of an auction next week that is being challenged by the controversial singer's lawyers. Among the approximately 1,390 items on display at a former Beverly Hills department store were the wrought iron gates of Neverland Ranch, the crystal-covered glove worn by Jackson in the video for Billie Jean, numerous musical awards, a letter from former president Ronald Reagan, heaps of ornate furniture, dozens of statues and a massive collection of toys, games and pinball machines.

New York, April 15 : The sale of Michael Jackson memorabilia has finally been cancelled, hours after an extensive collection of the pop star's belongings went on view for a public auction.

Julien's Auctions and Jackson made an announcement in this regard on Tuesday.

According to reports, the auctioneer is ready to return the property to Jackson.

Jackson hired the auctioneer last year to sell the contents of Neverland Valley Ranch, his former estate northwest of Los Angeles.

London, April 18 : Fans who attend pop king Michael Jackson's upcoming stage shows at London's O2 arena will surely get to enjoy the feeling of being in a jungle, for the superstar singer has plans to inject some animal magic into his gigs with real elephants, monkeys and parrots.

According to reports, Jackson's 40million-pound and 50-night residency in July will be set against a spectacular jungle backdrop.

London, Apr 24 : Michael Jackson is back in the news, and this time the singer has found himself at the centre of hit-and-run allegations.

According to reports, the singer's driver had allegedly smashed into an ambulance on his way to pick up the pop superstar from a Los Angeles hospital on Wednesday.

Jackson's driver has been accused of sideswiping an ambulance and breaking off its wing mirror as he went to meet Jackson, reports The Daily Express.

London, April 26 : Michael Jackson has decided against renting a 28-bedroom mansion for his stay in the UK following claims that it is haunted, it has emerged.

The King of Pop, who is due to make his live comeback at London''s O2 Arena in July, allegedly did not want his kids frightened with spirits.

The 50-year-old was also reportedly concerned that the 18th-century Foxbury Manor at Chislehurst, Kent, could not be `fixed', reports News of the World.

London, April 29 : 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.

The 50-year-old was seen sporting his trademark mask along with a gold-embroidered green jacket and what seemed red pyjamas.

Kids Prince, 12, Paris, 11, and Blanket, six, reportedly accompanied their father and resembled his weird look in feathered masks. (ANI)

London, Apr 30 : Its good news for Michael Jackson fans: the much-hyped ‘Bad’ outfit is being auctioned and expected to fetch a whopping 35,000 pounds.

The famous gold and gem encrusted leather outfit, in which Michael did the ‘moonwalk’ in his Bad video, has gathered a lot of media attention.

The costume’s black jacket is decked out with 11 gold police-style badges on the chest, with crests on the sleeve and buckles on the arms.

The outfit also features an incredible belt with a Bad logo decorated with dozens of small amber crystals.

London, Apr 30 : 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.

“Michael is determined these shows will be spectacular. It’s over a decade since he performed a full-length show, so he’s forgotten a few of his moves,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

London, May 1 : Michael Jackson has reportedly shed plans to travel to the UK fearing the swine flu epidemic.

The King of Pop was said to have planned a trip to Blighty to hunt for a temporary abode when he takes to the stage at London's O2 arena from July until next February to perform 50 concerts.

But the 50-year-old, who allegedly dreads germs and bacteria and has been sporting surgical face masks for years, had decided to stay behind in LA following fears of catching the potentially deadly pandemic, as per sources.

As had been predicted by celebrity show experts, 'King of Pop' Michael Jackson has decided not to fly to Britain because of the threat of swine flu outbreak.

According to the media reports, the 50-year-old star had decided to cancel and stay with in LA to ensure that he is as safe as possible. The 'Thriller' hit-maker would now visit Britain within the next few weeks in order to find a suitable home to live in during his residency at London's O2 arena.

London, May 6 : Michael Jackson is "too thin" and should gain weight before his mammoth O2 residency, according to medics.

Doctors say that the erstwhile King of Pop is 20lb underweight, and urgently needs to pile on the pounds before he ventures on to the 50 live shows, from July 8 to February 24.

The 50-year-old singer is also undergoing antibiotic treatment for a skin infection, still under pain from an old back injury and also wearing a mask to avoid picking up bugs.

Washington, May 6: The actress in Michael Jackson's smash hit `Thriller' video is suing the popstar over unpaid royalties.

Ola Ray, a former Playboy Playmate, is suing the King of Pop and his production company alleging breach of contract.

According to TMZ. com, Ray''s lawyer has claimed that she was promised a share in the 1983 promo''s revenue, but has not received a single penny till date.

Washington, May 7 : Michael Jackson's fans are so desperate to grab the tickets for his farewell gigs in London that they are dishing out six times the original price for a single ticket.

A website has already sold over 10,000 tickets for the pop-star's shows at an average price of 400 pounds.

And desperate fans are paying the rip-off prices after places at the pop oddball's 50 gigs at the O2 Arena sold out in three days, reports The Daily Star.

Washington, May 12 : One time pop king Michael Jackson's much-awaited comeback London O2 Arena concert has landed in a soup, as `AllGood Entertainment' bosses are trying to block the gig.

The AllGood Entertainment bosses claim that Michael has violated a contract according to which he had to make his comeback with them, reports Contactmusic.

London, May 13 : Pop sensation Michael Jackson is trying his best to ensure that fans watching his O2 shows leave with the desperation to copy his dance moves, for he has hired world-famous choreographer Kenny Ortega to come up with a fresh move that will beat the singer's signature Moonwalk.

Kenny has already worked with Jacko on his Dangerous and History world tours.

"To be invited to partner him again is a dream come true," the Sun quoted him as saying.

London, May 16 : Michael Jackson is determined to make a full recovery and blaze the O2 stage after medics told him not to worry about his treatable skin cancer, according to reports.

The King of Pop was said to have had spots of the disease on his upper body and pre-cancerous cells on his face.

But the 50-year-old has allegedly gathered his top form to perform his 150-million pound comeback shows from July 8 to February 24 in London.

According to British tabloid reports, Michael Jackson is secretly battling skin cancer. The Sun newspaper claims the 50-year-old Thriller hitmaker was recently diagnosed after doctors spotted signs of cancer on his neck and pre-cancerous cells on his face.

A source tells the tabloid, "Michael’s test showed spots of skin cancer on his body, and cell which could turn to skin cancer on his face. He was at first very concerned, but says he has been assured by the doctors that they can treat this and he will recover.

New York, May 17 : Michael Jackson's spokesman has dismissed reports claiming that the singer has skin cancer, insisting he is in "the best of health."

"He is great," Dr. Tohme Tohme told the New York Daily News.

"He''s in perfect health ... he doesn''t have any diseases whatsoever," Tohme added.

On Saturday, Britain''s Sun newspaper had reported that the "Beat It" singer has cancerous spots on his body and pre-cancerous cells on his face.

London, May 19 : American pop star Michael Jackson has finally selected the 12 dancers who would be backing him during his O2 arena gigs.

The backing dancers were picked after an X-Factor style competition to discover the most talented movers in the world.

As many as 500 potential candidates performed during the three days of intense auditions at the Nokia Theatre LA LIVE in Los Angeles.

Jackson, show director Kenny Ortega, and his dancer from the Dangerous and History tours Travis Payne were present throughout the auditions.

London, May 20 : Pop star Michael Jackson is being lined up to make an appearance in the X Factor final.

If reports are to be believed, executives from production company Talkback Thames are already in talks with Michael's manager Frank DeLeo.

Michael is already set to stage 50 gigs at the O2 Arena in London.

Simon Cowell is said to be keen to take advantage of Michael's stay in London, and thus has planned to feature him as a mentor to one of the three finalists.

If Cowell has his way, Michael would also be seen singing a duet with his contestant.

London, May 21 : Michael Jackson has postponed the first four concerts of his comeback tour This Is It UK in London.

The King of Pop, who was due to kick off a much-awaited 50-show run at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena on July 8, said he needed more time for rehearsals to ensure the shows were perfect.

While the opening night has been put back to July 13, three other gigs, previously slated for July 10, 12 and 14, will not be staged until March next year.

London, May 21 : Michael Jackson will reportedly undergo surgery on his skin cancer to clear his flesh of potentially lethal growths.

The King of Pop had been reported having spots of the disease on his upper body and pre-cancerous cells on his face.

But his spokesman dismissed the claims, insisting the singer, who was due to perform his 150-million pound comeback shows in London beginning from July 8, is in "perfect health".

London, May 22 : Michael Jackson may have to undergo gruelling radiotherapy to help him battle skin cancer.

The King of Pop had been reported having spots of the disease on his upper body and pre-cancerous cells on his face.

The 50-year-old reportedly had a painful skin-shaving surgery in Beverly Hills to clear his flesh of potentially lethal growths on May 21.

And now, doctors were allegedly waiting to see if the icon needed gruelling spot radiation treatment.

London, May 22 : Michael Jackson's concert promoter has dismissed claims that the singer postponed the first four concerts of his comeback tour in London due to his skin cancer.

AEG Live president Randy Phillips said that the delay had "absolutely nothing" to do with the King of Pop's health.

"I would trade my body for his tomorrow. He''s in fantastic shape," the BBC quoted him as saying.

Phillips said the dates had been rescheduled to ensure fans could "get the same quality in staging and level of entertainment."

London, May 23 : Michael Jackson was spotted stepping out of a medical centre with a bag marked "skin cancer".

The King of Pop was said to have spots of the disease on his upper body while pre-cancerous cells found their way on his face.

The 50-year-old reportedly had a painful skin-shaving surgery in Beverly Hills to clear his flesh of potentially lethal growths on May 21.

And doctors were allegedly waiting to see if the Thriller hitmaker needed spot radiation treatment.

London, May 24 : Michael Jackson is said to be besotted with a baton-twirling circus stnner who he wants to perform at his comeback London gigs.

Jacko, who has already recruited a professional pole dancer to join his troupe at the tour, is about to sign Noriko Takahashi, 30, who is currently appearing in Las Vegas in the Cirque du Soleil production Ka.

London, May 26 : Michael Jackson splurged almost 4 million pounds on statues of Peter Pan and kids while being laden with debts, claims his former lawyer.

Raymone Bain is suing the King of Pop for 33 million pounds claiming her share for deals brokered for the singer between 2003 and 2006.

According to papers filed at the District Court for the US District of Columbia, the Thriller hitmaker filled his Neverland ranch with life-size bronze statues of kids playing on slides or dancing while holding hands.

London, May 27 : Angry Michael Jackson fans have set up an online petition to protest against the singer's postponed comeback tour in London.

The King of Pop Jackson was due to kick off his much-awaited 50-show run at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena on July 8.

But the opening night of his This Is It tour has been pushed to July 13, while three other gigs, previously slated for July 10, 12 and 14, are not be staged until March next year.

London, May 29 : Michael Jackson may have to scrap more of his concerts in the UK due to his treatment for skin cancer.

The King of Pop, who was diagnosed with skin cancer last month, might have to undergo gruelling radiotherapy to beat the disease.

His friends are worried that the therapy could leave the 50-year-old star so exhausted that he might even have to cancel other July gigs.

Jacko has already postponed the first four UK dates of his 50-show tour at London's O2 arena, leaving 80,000 fans disappointed.

London, May 30 : Michael Jackson is living under constant fear that he would not survive skin cancer, according to reports.

The King of Pop was diagnosed with the disease last month and had allegedly undergone surgery to get potentially lethal growths from his nose and arm removed.

And the 50-year-old was said to be "very stressed and worried" despite being told his cancer was treatable.

"Michael has become convinced that his nose is going to fall off. The doctors have reassured him that this won't happen," the Sun quoted a source as saying.

London, June 1 : Pop star Michael Jackson wants Britain''s Got Talent winners Diversity to perform with him on stage.

He is said to be so excited about the boys' victory that he wants to see them dancing in his upcoming This Is It UK shows at the O2 Arena in East London.

Simon Cowell has hinted that talks regarding Jackson's plans have begun by saying on Saturday night that the BritainsGot Talent winners could perform with the Thriller star.

London, June 1 : Thrashing hopes of millions of Michael Jackson's fans, Akon has said that the King of Pop will not be singing live during his comeback concerts, and will instead be lip syncing his famous tracks.

The news might disappoint scores of fans, who have splashed out on tickets for Jacko's upcoming seven-month London residency-`This Is It'.

The R `n' B star, who has previously collaborated with the `Thriller' hitmaker, has confessed that the 50-year-old legend won't be showing off his vocals during the tour, but will rely on a pre-recorded track.

Washington, June 1 : Michael Jackson is reportedly planning to open a zombie-themed ''Thriller'' casino in Las Vegas next year to help revive his flagging fortune.

The 50-year-old singer is also said to be working on a new album, several films and a museum to house iconic items from his career.

The King of Pop is even hoping to launch a three-year world tour after his 50-date residency at London''s O2 arena concludes in March 2010.

London, June 2 : Michael Jackson has told his fans he is livid with concert promoters for booking him to do 50 shows in London than 10 as he desired.

The King of Pop made the revelation outside his LA dance studio, telling fans he wanted to perform only a couple of concerts at the O2 arena and spread the remaining shows all over the world.

The Thriller hitmaker alleged he only came to know about the extra 40 bookings later and fears his small appetite may not allow him the stamina to perform on such a massive scale.

London, June 2 : Michael Jackson decided to step out for his London tour after a 13-year gap to set up a trust fund for his kids, according to the organiser of his forthcoming gigs.

The King of Pop, who last toured in 1996, was due to kick start his much-awaited 50-show run at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena on July 8.

But the opening night of his This Is It tour was pushed to July 13, while three other gigs, previously slated for July 10, 12 and 14, will not be staged until March next year.

London, June 3 : Michael Jackson is turning away from food fearing his weight gain could hamper his chances of beating skin cancer, according to reports.

The King of Pop is reportedly living on just one meal a day and now weighs less than nine stone.

"Michael has a phobia about getting fat," The Sun quoted a source as saying.

"He doesn't want to put on any weight at all. It's not healthy for him because he weighs less than nine stone now.

London, June 5 : Michael Jackson''s children came under the scanner as they reportedly stepped out in public without their masks for the first time.

Prince Michael I, eldest amongst the three, was seen walking with his father through the parking lot at a Los Angeles recording studio.

The 12-year-old was allegedly accompanied by Paris Michael, 11, who also ditched the disguise, reports the Mirror.

Washington, June 6 : The promoters behind Michael Jackson's comeback tour have blasted allegations that the singer was angry with them for booking 50 shows in London, insisting he is rather `thrilled'.

The King of Pop was previously reported to have told his fans that he wanted to do 10 concerts at the O2 arena and spread the remaining shows all over the world.

It was further alleged that Jackson came to know about the extra 40 bookings later and feared his small appetite may not allow him the stamina to perform on such a massive scale.

London, June 8 : Michael Jackson has ordered his comeback tour bosses to turn his new UK abode into a replica of his former residence-Neverland Ranch-which he vacated in 2005.

The King Of Pop is renting the historic Foxbury Manor in Chislehurst, Kent, throughout his record-breaking 50-night residency at the O2 in London.

And the 50-year-old star has asked firm AEG to build a bowling alley in the 15million pounds country estate, and install a fully-functioning funfair in the grounds.

London, June 10 : Michael Jackson has turned his London gigs preparation into a nightmare for promoters after making a series of weird demands for his child choir, according to reports.

The King of Pop had apparently sent emails to organisers AEG Live, demanding every child singer to be able to do sign language.

The Thriller hitmaker also purportedly wants the youngsters to be in the age bracket of five to 13 and the group must also consist of "exactly equal" numbers of black, white, mixed-race and Asian children.

London, June 11 : Michael Jackson has been photographed with what appeared to be severe ear damage.

The King of Pop was said to have had bits of skin and cartilage taken off for years to restructure his nose.

The singer was alleged to have concealed the damage with his long hair since he first got tissue removed for his rebuilt hooter in the late 1990s, reports The Sun.

But recent pictures taken in Beverly Hills, California allegedly laid bare the real extent of the damage.

London, June 15 : Michael Jackson has roped in a personal trainer in a bid to get in shape for his comeback tour in London.

The King of Pop has roped in actor Lou Ferrigno, the TV superhero, as his personal trainer.

Reports have revealed that ex-Mr Universe Lou, 57, has been making secret visits to the singer''s Los Angeles mansion to help him improve his fitness for dance routines at London''s O2 this summer.

London, June 18 : Michael Jackson is reportedly on the lookout for a child who is missing limbs or in a wheelchair to share the stage with him during his comeback concerts in London.

The King of Pop is due to kick off his much-awaited 50-show run at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena next month.

Concert promoters AEG Live were alleged to have sent an email to London casting agencies asking for a kid for a film.

London, June 19 : Michael Jackson has roped in a personal trainer in a bid to get in shape for his comeback tour in London.

The King of Pop has roped in actor Lou Ferrigno, the TV superhero, as his personal trainer.

Reports have revealed that ex-Mr Universe Lou, 57, has been making secret visits to the singer''''s Los Angeles mansion to help him improve his fitness for dance routines at London''''s O2 this summer.

London, Jun 19 : Busking duo Si and Tyber Cranstoun have revealed that they are in no way giving up their booked IndigO2 date to accommodate Michael Jackson's tour.

The two, who perform as The Dualers, had booked the London venue for a gig on July 16, months before Jackson announced his tour, and now the `Beat It' singer's people are hounding them, as he wants to hold an after-show party there.

Washington, June 20 : Michael Jackson has reportedly asked a judge to drop the case filed against him by his former publicist, saying he was never served with legal papers.

Jackson was sued by former representative Raymone Bain, who is seeking 44 million dollars in unpaid earnings from the singer.

According to TMZ. com, King of Pop has claimed he did not have any idea that Bain was trying to take him to court, and is therefore pleading ignorance, reports Contactmusic.

London, June 24 : More tickets for Michael Jackson's comeback concerts in London are to go on sale.

The "limited" number of extra seats, estimated to cost hundreds per show, had previously been restrained while the production logistics were being tallied.

Fans who have registered on the King of Pop's website would get into a lottery system to get their hands on the tickets, which are up for grabs from Wednesday, reports The BBC.

The singer is due to kick off his much-awaited run at the O2 arena on July 13.

Washington  - Physicians at the UCLA Medical Centre in Los Angeles worked for more than an hour to resuscitate pop icon Michael Jackson, according to his brother Jermaine Jackson in broadcast remarks Thursday.

The sudden death of the rock star on a hot Thursday afternoon triggered not only worldwide mourning but also an odd disconnect as he came back to life with his star power in nonstop broadcasts of file footage.

Washington  - Scores of curious passersby trickled into a sports bar in downtown Washington, shocked to see news of Michael Jackson's death flash across the massive TV screens instead of Thursday's sports events.

The reactions varied from wide-eyed disbelief to sheer despair until the management started playing some of Jackson's greatest hits. Suddenly the mood turned dramatically, became almost celebratory, as some people held hands and began singing Remember The Time from his hit album Dangerous.

Sydney  - A musicologist lauded Michael Jackson for a talent he said was the equal of Elvis Presley, fellow performers spoke of how inspirational he was while Australian fans simply sobbed at his untimely passing.

"He was a musician, not a tabloid freak show," insisted eminent rock historian Glenn A Baker. "Just as Elvis had forged white country and black rhythm music, Jackson had white guitar rock and blended it with black funk and black soul and created a musical form that had the most incredible appeal," Baker said.

Los Angeles  - Some superstars love the cameras. Some hate them. But few have ever provided them as many memorable images as Michael Jackson.

It started with his images as a precocious black pre-teen, wearing orange dungarees and an Afro, dancing and singing with the composure of an industry superstar.

A few years later he had further developed his look. He took to wearing one glove, and period military jackets covered in sequins and precious stones.

Sydney  - A prodigious talent that rose above a hellish home life to meet the greatest of expectations, was how Australian pop music guru and friend Molly Meldrum summed up Michael Jackson.

"He was just a craftsman and such an amazing performer on stage," said Meldrum, who interviewed the King of Pop both when he was with the Jackson 5 and during his solo career.

Amsterdam  - Dutch fans of Michael Jackson were in shock on Friday over the sudden death of the pop star.

Hundreds sent their condolences to a special internet register www. condoleance. nl which opened within an hour of the news of his death on Thursday.

"You will always remain the King of Pop," one fan wrote on the website.

"My biggest pop idol has gone, but I hope you will now have peace."

Janneke van der Linden, spokeswoman for the 1,600-member Dutch Michael Jackson fanclub, said fans were "shocked" by the news.

London, June 26 : King of pop Michael Jackson passed away at the age of 50 last night after he reportedly suffered a massive heart attack due to drug overdose.

The legendary star collapsed and stopped breathing after he took an injection of a powerful painkiller named Demerol.

It is believed that the singer was addicted to the drug - similar to morphine - and it is feared that he took an overdose.

An emergency call made paramedics rush to his Los Angeles home where they found he had no pulse.

London, June 26 : King of Pop Michael Jackson''s sudden death on Thursday has left his friends and fans absolutely devastated.

The 50-year-old singer is said to have died after suffering a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles.

"Like the whole world I''m absolutely devastated and lost for words because everyone expected him to come to London for the concerts," Sky News quoted his friend Uri Geller, the self-proclaimed psychic, as saying.

London, June 26 : King of pop Michael Jackson's death has brought AEG Live, the entertainment company that persuaded him to sign up for 50 "farewell" concerts at the O2 arena, under a liability of 300 million pounds.

According to reports, AEG Live had agreed to "self-insure" Jackson's shows after most insurance companies expressed doubt whether the frail singer would be able to complete the residency.

London, June 26 : It doesn't matter if you are black or white - King of Pop Michael Jackson's death has shocked people world over.

The hospital in Los Angeles where Jackson was taken witnessed massive crowd mourning his death. The 50-year-old died of apparent heart attack.

The New York Square also stood still as the news flashed on a screen followed by a groan of disbelief, reports The Sun.

The news spread like wildfire with people messaging their friends, while those who could visit any place with memories associated to Jackson gathered there.

Michael Jackson has died after suffering a fatal heart attack at the age of 50 on Thursday June 25th. The Thriller legend was taken to hospital earlier today after frantic aides found him unconscious at his mansion in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles.

Medics administered CPR en-route to L. A.'s Cedars-Sinai hospital to try and keep him alive, but he was totally unresponsive. After just a few hours in a coma, Jackson died as his family members, including his mother and brothers, rushed to be at his bedside.

Bollywood’s new dancing sensation Gayatri Patel made her debut in ‘Lets Dance’ last week, gaining widespread acclaim for her twinkle toes and polished performance.

The US-born-and-bred girl had been following Michael Jackson’s moonwalk since childhood and was shocked at his demise. “When someone called me at 4am this morning to tell me about it, for some time I just couldn’t understand what the person was talking about. It was unbelievable. It took me a while to gather myself and realise that the King of Pop was no more!”

Washington, June 26 : Late King of pop Michael Jackson''s close friend Elizabeth Taylor is "too devastated" to comment on his death.

Her representatives have revealed that she is grieving her loss in private at this time.

"Dame Elizabeth Taylor is too devastated by the passing of her dear friend Michael Jackson to issue a statement at this time. We will direct her words to you once we receive them," E! online quoted her rep as saying.

Taylor first called Jackson the "King of Pop" when she presented him with the Artist of the Decade award in 1989.

Washington, Jun 26 : As reason for the sudden demise of King of Pop Michael Jackson is being awaited, a family attorney has commented that the singer had problems with prescription drugs.

Brian Oxman, who says that he has been the family's attorney for 20-years, though he disassociated himself from the defence team in 2005 during Jackson's molestation case, said that he had warned the singer's family members about the drug usage.

"I have warned of the use of prescription medication and people who have enabled the use of those medications," CBS News quoted Oxman as saying.

London, June 26 : The reports of Michael Jackson''s death sparked a massive surge in online traffic around the globe, leading to crashing of various sites including Google.

When news of the iconic performer''s death began trickling out, scores of people turned to the Web for news.

TMZ broke the news that Jackson, 50, had died Thursday afternoon, but the gossip hub cited only unnamed sources and offered few details, reports The Telegraph.

Michael Jackson- Date of Birth -29 August 1958, Gary, Indiana, USA / Date of Death 25 June 2009, Los Angeles, California, USA

Birth Name- Michael Joseph Jackson

Nickname- The Gloved One/ Wacko Jacko/ Jacko/ King Of Pop/ MJ

Height- 5' 10" (1.78 m)

American superstar Michael Jackson was born in Gary, Indiana in 1958 and has been entertaining audiences nearly his entire life.

I can't think of a better way to spread the message of world peace than by working with the NFL and being part of Super Bowl XXVII.

I don't like pop music.

I'll always be Peter Pan in my heart.

People think they know me, but they don't. Not really. Actually, I am one of the loneliest people on this earth. I cry sometimes, because it hurts. It does. To be honest, I guess you could say that it hurts to be me.

Johannesburg - The foundation of South Africa's anti-apartheid icon, former president Nelson Mandela, on Friday joined music fans worldwide in expressed its sadness at US popstar Michael Jackson's death at the age of 50.

"The Nelson Mandela Foundation regrets the untimely passing of Michael Jackson. His loss will be felt by his fans worldwide," the statement read.

Jackson met Mandela in 1999 and made a donation to the Nelson Mandela Fund for Children.

Two years earlier, during his "HIStory" tour, he played a concert in South Africa's port city of Durban.

Washington, June 26 : Former child star Mark Lester has promised to live up to the title of godfather to Michael Jackson's kids.

The King of pop passed away at the age of 50 last night after he reportedly suffered a massive heart attack due to drug overdose.

Lester and Jackson are godfathers to each other''s children, and the families recently spent time together when the pop superstar was in London planning his comeback shows at the 02 Arena in London.

Manila - Hundreds of inmates in a central Philippine city jail who gained international prominence dancing to Michael Jackson's hit song "Thriller" in 2007 were saddened Friday by the untimely death of the music pop icon.

The inmates at the provincial jail in Cebu City, 585 kilometres south of Manila, were scheduled to pay tribute to Jackson on Saturday, dancing to at least 15 songs of their late idol.

Berlin - Berlin's Adlon hotel, from where Michael Jackson famously dangled his baby son from a balcony, expressed its condolences on Friday at the death of their former guest.

"We greatly regret his death," said the hotel's spokeswoman Sabine Kalkmann, adding that the Adlon was not able to comment further for reasons of discretion.

Washington, June 27 : King of pop Michael Jackson had been taking a cocktail of seven prescription drugs that caused the cardiac arrest that took his life, if reports are to be believed.

The legendary star passed away last night at the age of 50 after he suffered a heart attack at his home in Holmby Hills, California, and failed to recover even after repeated resuscitation attempts.

Celebrity magazine Life & Style has now reported that Jackson was addicted to prescription drugs in the months before his death.

London - British soul star Shirley Bassey said Friday she had "fond memories" of US singer Michael Jackson whom she described as "quite simply magic."

In a statement, Bassey said she was shocked and devastated at the sudden death of the pop icon.

"I have very fond memories of Michael with one dinner in particular where he renamed me Lady Goldfinger. For the rest of the time I knew him that was my name. He was an icon and the King of Pop, quite simply magic." (dpa)

Berlin - Whatever killed Michael Jackson, it was not the cosmetic surgery that completely reshaped his face, a German plastic surgeon insisted Friday.

"The medications used during and after the operations do not leave a person harmed," said Matthias Gensior, who is secretary of the German Aesthetic Surgery Association in the town of Korschenbroich.

"One can state pretty surely that the operations had no effect on his demise."

Legendary mega popstar Michael Jackson has passed away on 26th June 2009 at the UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles due to cardiac arrest. 50 year old Jackson was suffering from skin cancer and was on heavy medications.

Jackson, who had lived as a virtual recluse since his acquittal in 2005 on charges of child molestation, had been scheduled to launch a comeback tour from London next month. The world's biggest-ever music stars had sold 75 crore albums.

New Delhi/ Mumbai, June 26 : Indian fans of Michael Jackson have expressed grief and shock at the sudden death of the Pop star whose musical genius overshadowed by a bizarre lifestyle and sex scandals.

As the news bulletins, radio airwaves and social networking sites remained flooded with tributes for a man called the "King of Pop" and "natural heir to Elvis", Bollywood actor Govinda recalled that Michael Jackson used to be his favourite during college days.

Beirut - Teenagers in Lebanon expressed shock and sadness as news spread Friday about the premature death of Michael Jackson, describing him as legend of pop music.

"I cannot believe the King of Pop is dead. I was hoping I would see him performing in London this summer," Tara Attaya, a fifteen- year-old Lebanese told the German Press Agency, dpa.

"I was woken up early today by a text message from my friend who told me: turn on the news, Michael Jackson died of a heart attack today," Attaya said.

London - Serena Williams reached the fourth round at the Wimbledon Championships on Friday and then paid homage to Michael Jackson as she expressed her grief.

"Words can't express my shock and horror, just thoughts and prayers that go out to him and his family," said the 10-time Grand Slam champion. "It's just a terrible, terrible, terrible thing.

The American said she learned of the king of pop's death Thursday night instead of waking up to the news Friday.

London - Performers at the Glastonbury rock and pop festival in Britain lined up Friday to include tributes to Michael Jackson in their songs as thousands of fans mourned the dead US star.

Australian teenage singer Gabriella Cilmi, who lives in London, became the first artist to pay tribute to Jackson at the annual festival at Glastonbury, in south-west Britain.

During her performance of her hit single Sweet About Me, the 17- year-old slipped in a few lines from his hit song Billie Jean to cheers from fans.

London - Hundreds of fans Friday joined in a spontaneous moonwalk, Michael Jackson's signature dance move, in downtown London to mourn the pop star's passing.

The gathering, at the Liverpool Street Tube entrance in eastern London, was organized via social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook. It was dubbed the Michael Jackson Memorial Moonwalk. Fans sang and danced to some of Jackson's greatest hits.

Jackson died Thursday in Los Angeles of an apparent heart attack.

Washington - US President Barack Obama extended his condolences to Michael Jackson's family and fans, and noted that the pop icon's life at times was "sad and tragic," the White House said Friday.

Obama's condolences came one day after Jackson died at the age of 50 from an apparent cardiac arrest. White House spokesman Robert Gibbs told reporters that he discussed the death with Obama.

"He said to me that, obviously, 'Michael Jackson was a spectacular performer, a music icon'," Gibbs said.

Los Angeles - On the normally sterile streets outside the UCLA Medical Centre, Michael Jackson's fans from Los Angeles and around the world gathered Friday to pay their respects to a star who remained as strange and elusive in death as he had been in life.

"No one really knew Michael - he was a unique," said Mynesha Edwards, a medical secretary. "His death was a tragedy, but the way he was treated in life was tragic too."

Beverly Hills - Bright yellow police lines stretched across the street Friday where Michael Jackson lived, and died, a day earlier.

But the hordes of fans they were meant to keep at bay were nowhere to be found.

Instead, there was a handful of Jackson devotees sitting around on the grass verges of the swanky Beverly Hills neighbourhood where the pop idol lived his final days in a rented mansion. A crushed hat and homemade sequined glove lay next to a lamppost. Journalists hoping for a story outnumbered the Jackson fans hoping to pay him tribute.

London, June 27 : Michael Jackson's former wife and Elvis Presley's daughter Lisa Marie has revealed that the legend feared dying like her iconic father.

She had been married to the legend for less than a couple of years before parting ways in 1996.

She wrote on her MySpace blog that Jackson had feared ending up like her dad in a "deep conversation" 14 years ago, The Sun reports.

London, June 27 : The deadly cocktail of drugs, which apparently killed King of Pop Michael Jackson, has finally been revealed.

The name of the painkillers emerged after police probing an injection, which apparently caused a cardiac arrest to the legendary star, talked to a doctor about the details.

And the doctor has revealed that Jacko, 50, was taking up to three powerful narcotic pain relievers at the same time - when any more than one is considered potentially fatal, reports the Sun.

Washington, June 27 : US President Barrack Obama has sent his condolences to Michael Jackson's family after his death at the age of 50.

At a news conference, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs answered question on what was the President's reaction to the pop legend's death.

He said: "Look, he (Barrack Obama) said to me that obviously Michael Jackson was a spectacular performer, a music icon, I think everybody remembers hearing his songs, watching him moonwalk on television during Motown's 25th anniversary," Us magazine reports.

London, June 27 : Late Michael Jackson''s ex-wife Debbie Rowe is seeking full custody of the couple''s children.

The King of Pop passed away at the age of 50 on Thursday (June 25) after a cardiac arrest apparently caused by an overdose of painkillers.

Soon after his death Jackson''s elderly mum Katherine and Debbie were set to launch into a bitter fight for custody of his children.

New York, June 27 : Los Angeles coroners have found "no indication of foul play" in the death of Michael Jackson after conducting an initial autopsy.

The King Of Pop died aged 50 on Thursday night. He was speculated to have suffered a cardiac arrest stemming from a fatal dose of prescription drugs.

Spokesman Craig Harvey confirmed the singer was taking painkillers as he prepared for his comeback concerts in London but did not reveal what kind, reports the New York Daily News.

Washington, June 27 : Hindu community in America yesterday conducted prayers for Michael Jackson's soul to rest in peace.

Although Jacko wasn''t connected to Hinduism, but the religious leaders feel that the legend deserves their prayers because he provided such joy.

"One of the ancient Hindu scriptures, Taittiriya Upanishad, talks about joy, and says, ''From joy are born all creatures, by joy they grow, and to joy they return,''" Contactmusic quoted U. S. statesman Rajan Zed, who is president of the Universal Society of Hinduism as saying.

New York, June 27 : With initial autopsy results inconclusive, the investigation into Michael Jackson''s sudden death turned its focus towards a mysterious doctor who was with the King of Pop when his heart stopped.

Dr. Conrad Murray on Friday was poised to speak with detectives investigating whether the King of Pop was done in by a fatal dose of prescription painkillers, according to reports.

Cardiologist Murray has been identified as the medical expert who witnessed the 50-year-old icon''s final moments, reports The New York Daily News.

London, June 27 : Michael Jackson was reportedly in constant fear about his mounting debts and worried about his comeback concerts in London, telling friends: "If I don''t tour they''ll kill me."

The King Of Pop's increased drug dependency was said to have begun taking its toll on the singer's mental and physical health days before he died on Thursday.

Jackson, who was almost bankrupt at the time of his death, was claimed to have suffered further exhaustion stemming from rehearsals for his 50 show concerts, which were due to begin at O2 arena on July 13.

Washington, June 27 : King of Pop Michael Jackson's sudden death at a rented Los Angeles home on Thursday has left those close to him wondering what will happen to his estate.

According to reports, it is not known whether Jackson-who is survived by his parents, his ex-wife Debbie Rowe and his eight siblings-ever wrote a will delineating who would have custody of his children or his estate after his death.

His first wife Lisa-Marie Presley, however, is not expected to lay claim to any part of his estate.

Washington, June 27 : After Michael Jackson's tragic death, the singer's three kids are doing fine and are with their grandmother, Brian Oxman, Jackson's family attorney said.

"They are in the care of a nanny," Usmagazine. com quoted Oxman as saying.

They''re staying with their grandmother, Katherine, he added.

"Ms. Jackson will care for them and I''m sure there will be all kinds of discussions that will take place about the kids," he explained.

Shilpa Shetty: “I still can’t believe Michael Jackson is gone. When my Dad told me I thought he was joking. I has always been a huge fan of Michael. I’m shattered. I had booked tickets to watch his show at 02 in London. They got cancelled and re-scheduled. To call him an icon would be an understatement. I still can’t believe it!

Washington, June 27 : Michael Jackson's body has been kept in its own crypt at a Los Angeles morgue under lock, a source has revealed.

Such actions have been exercised so that no pictures of the body are leaked, reports FOX News.

The source also said that the investigators, who conducted the autopsy, were surprised at how healthy Jackson was - as he appeared to be stronger than they expected.

Investigators were surprised to see scarring on his face, which was sans the make-up, the source went on.

London, June 27 : Harrods owner Mohamed al Fayed has said that a Michael Jackson memorial statue will be put up at the Knightsbridge store.

Fayed said: "I''m distraught, can''t believe this could happen, it''s a total shock. He was such a great character - a legend.

"I didn''t sleep last night. Some media were saying he was still alive but on the other side they were saying he was dead."

He said Jackson once asked to have his own statue at the Harrods store in Knightsbridge, central London, which was "one of his favourite places", reports The Scotsman.

Melbourne, June 27 : While the whole wide world paid tribute to Michael Jackson, a French newspaper dug the daggers in deep, calling the King of Pop a ''mutant'' whose music was ''kitsch''.

A number of columnists called Jackson "the icon of our disturbing modernity", reports News. com. au.

"Neither monster nor extraterrestrial," Michael Jackson was a "mutant" according to Gerard Lefort writing in the daily newspaper Liberation on Saturday.

London, June 27 : Hundreds of Michael Jackson's fans gathered and danced on London streets to pay tribute to the legendary singer.

The crowd gathered for a flash mob tribute to Jackson outside Liverpool Street station in London.

The fans were seen holding Jacko's pictures in the air as the party started with Billie Jean, followed by Thriller and Bad.

They donned superstar''s attire and sang his most famous hits.

The crowd was also seen showing off Jacko's moonwalking.

New York, June 27 : Late singer Michael Jackson memorabilia has been put up for sale at Julien''s Auctions.

According to the New York Magazine, the pieces include vintage Jackson 5 photographs, signed albums and awards.

The stuff is estimated to fetch from about 200 dollars to 2,000 dollars.

However, executive director of Julien''s Auction House, Martin Nolan denies capitalizing on the king of pop’s death.

New Delhi, June 27 : Cops have seized bags of prescription drugs from Michael Jackson''s Beverly Hills pad, according to reports.

Brian Oxman, the ex-Jackson family lawyer, has claimed that officers have searched the property, and took away various items, reports The China Daily.

He told Life and Style magazine: "Police seized bags of material from his house.

“They were looking for drug vials and syringes. I don''t know if they found syringes, but there would have been a lot of drug vials."

New Delhi, June 27 : Janet Jackson is “devastated” by the sudden death of brother Michael, who died at the age of 50 on Thursday.

“Janet Jackson is grief-stricken and devastated at the sudden loss of her brother,” her manager Kenneth Crear said in a statement to Access Hollywood.

Washington, June 27 : Investigators conducting autopsy on Michael Jackson’s body were surprised at how healthy the King of Pop was, a source has claimed.

The source has told Fox News that Jackson’s body has been kept in its own crypt at a Los Angeles morgue under lock.

Such actions have been exercised so that no pictures of the body are leaked.

Sydney, Jun 27 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson’s closest Australian confidant, Wade Robson, has spoken out about the iconic singer’s death, and the impact he had had on his life.

Robson, 26, had met Jacko in Brisbane when he was just 5-years-old, during his Australia tour in 1987.

The singer was so impressed with the youngster’s dancing talent that he invited him to perform at his Brisbane concert.

“Michael Jackson changed the world and, more personally, my life forever,” the Sydney Morning Herald quoted Robson as saying.

London, June 27 : One of the final photographs of Michael Jackson, which were intended to mark the start of his London concerts, has appeared on the cover of Q magazine's latest edition.

The decision to feature the star on the cover was taken three months ago, the editor said.

The cover photo, which shows the singer with shades and sunken cheeks, was snapped by photographer John Wright, reports Sky News.

Wright said he was given just 90 seconds to take Jackson''s picture.

London, Jun 27 : American singer Lady Gaga, real name Stefani Germanotta, became hysterical when she heard about the death of King of Pop Michael Jackson.

Lady Gaga, 23, who was in a flood of tears, refused to give any interviews prior to her Glastonbury debut on June 26.

She even refused to leave her tour bus, and spent the time instead talking with a producer friend.

Islamabad, Jun 27 : Pakistani stars have expressed their shock and depression over the demise of King of Pop Michael Jackson.

The stars had nothing but praise for Jacko, and said that the late singer's style, music and dance had inspired and influenced many in the music industry.

"The showbiz world is shocked and depressed on the sad demise of Michael Jackson, a legend to live in the music industry forever," the Nation quoted Fakhar-e-Alam, a renowned Pakistani vocalist and anchor, as saying.

London, June 27 : Michael Jackson's body has been released to his family, a Los Angeles County coroner has confirmed.

Coroner Investigator Jerry McKibben said that the body of King of Pop was returned to his family last night.

Jackson collapsed at his home in Los Angeles on Thursday, and died of an apparent heart attack stemming from drugs overdose.

The coroner's office said there are no signs of foul play, reports WalesOnline. co. uk.

Washington, June 27 : Late singer Michael Jackson's final autopsy reports are likely to take up to six weeks, according to the chief coroner investigating his death.

The cops have seized vials of prescription drugs from the King Of Pop's rented house in Los Angeles as part of their ongoing investigation.

The coroner officials have not found any evidence of foul play in Jackson''s death.

They are taking extra time to complete toxicology, neuropathology and pulmonary tests before determining the exact cause.

Washington, June 27 : The White House's delay in issuing a statement on Michael Jackson's death, and President Barrack Obama indifference towards the musical legend's family, has raised many eyebrows.

Some 19 hours after the death of Jackson was officially confirmed, Obama recognized, through White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, the passing of the musical legend while also alluding to his personal difficulties.

Puri, June 27 : Noted sand artist Sudarshan Patnaik immortalised ''King of Pop'' Michael Jackson in sand on the scenic beaches of Puri, Orissa.

As tribute to the legendary singer, who had moon walked his way into the hearts of his fans, Patnaik created a four-feet high sand sculpture.

Washington, June 27 : Celine Dion has said that one of the reasons behind Michael Jackson’s sudden death must be the immense pressure he was in before his comeback tour.

She made an appearance in TV show Late Night With Larry King to share her views on the tragic event.

"I think Michael Jackson lived under pressure all the time, since he''s five years old - wanting to please his family and his fans and putting the bar so high that he needed to be suppressing his own self,” Contactmusic quoted her as saying.

Los Angeles - Two days after the death of pop star Michael Jackson, the singer's family remains unable to contact his private doctor to learn about Jackson's final hours.

Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, a friend of the family, told broadcaster CNN on Saturday that relatives are growing increasingly upset because they remain unable to contact Conrad Robert Murray, Jackson's private doctor.

Berlin - Forlorn German fans of Michael Jackson with nowhere else to turn to have paid their respects at his wax effigy in a Berlin tourist attraction, filling 200 pages of a condolence book by Saturday.

Stephan Heinze, spokesman for the Berlin branch of Madame Tussaud's, said each page contained four to five memorial messages.

Washington, June 28 : A music historian has assessed Michael Jackson's musical greatness, classifying him as "one of the world's great entertainers and a pivotal figure in the history of American music."

John Covach, professor of music and chair of the Department of Music at the University of Rochester and professor of music theory at the Eastman School of Music, reacted to the King of Pop's shock death on June 25.

London, June 28 : Michael Jackson wanted Neverland to be his final resting place, his pal has revealed.

Michael was forced to abandon Neverland after facing child abuse claims.

Yesterday, family of the King of Pop held a conference to decide whether to grant his wish, reports the Mirror.

A friend revealed: "Michael wanted Neverland to be his final resting place but wasn't sure the authorities would give permission.

New York, June 28 : The former nanny of Michael Jackson''s children has said the singer''s stomach had to be pumped on a regular basis to remove dangerous cocktails of drugs.

Grace Rwaramba, who worked for Jackson for more than a decade before being dismissed last December, claimed the King Of Pop often mixed too many drugs at the same time.

The Thriller hitmaker is thought to have been taking up to eight different drugs a day, including three narcotic painkillers, in the days leading up to his death.

London, June 28 : A leading British doctor has said the sad demise of Michael Jackson may have been averted had proper medical procedures been followed.

Dr Michael Serpell, leading expert on pain management at Glasgow University, said if the King of Pop was showing adverse effects, such as suppressed beathing, caused from painkiller Demerol, then he should have been given mouth to mouth resuscitation and a dose of Nalexone which acts as an antidote to Demerol.

London, June 28 : Michael Jackson reportedly bequeathed 200 unpublished songs estimated to be worth as much as 100 million dollars for his children.

The King of Pop, who was nearly destitute in the final years of his life, was said to have set up the contingency plan months before his death to make sure his kids would be well looked after in the event of bankruptcy.

According to the singer's reported will, which is yet to be made public, the songs cannot fall into the hands of the creditors, reports The Telegraph.

London, June 28 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's nanny, Grace Rwaramba, has revealed that she was shocked to see how the `Thriller' star's family started hunting for cash hours after his death.

The 42-year-old woman, considered to be closest to Jackson and his three children, was in London when she heard the news that the singer had died at a rented Los Angeles home on Thursday.

New Delhi, June 28 : Michael Jackson fans in Mumbai and Siliguri paid tribute to the pop star whose musical genius was overshadowed by a bizarre lifestyle and sex scandals.

Scores of fans, including singers like Rageshwari, gathered at Mumbai's Juhu Enigma where choreographer Sandip Soparrkar and model Jesse Randhawa paid tribute to the pop legend by performing his music numbers.

Depressed fans lit candles, sang carols and observed silence for the music genius, who died on Friday aged 50.

London, June 28 : Neverland, the fantasy home that almost destroyed Michael Jackson, is to be turned into a theme park and shrine to the singer, it has emerged.

The 80million-pound, 2,800-acre ranch, now owned by Capital Colony LLC, could be opened for public as early as next year, reports The Daily Express.

Chief executive Tom Barrack, 61, who became a friend of Jackson after the star signed over the title deed in May, 2008, became instrumental in bringing about the King of Pop's planned 50 comeback gigs at London's O2 Arena.

London, June 28 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's children reportedly thought that the singer was just playing a practical joke by pretending to be dead.

Jackson breathed his last at a rented Los Angeles home on Thursday, and was found lying unconscious in the bedroom.

"An air of crisis swept through the house like a whirlwind," the News of the World quoted a source in Jackson''s staff as saying

London, June 28 : Among the documents found after Michael Jackson''''s tragic death is a controversial play written by him about a child-abuser and serial killer that stars his own children as victims.

The play, called ''''Kids on Swings'''', envisions a nightmare of Prince Michael II and Jacko''''s daughter Paris, who are captured by a beast who slaughters children with a ''''sling blade'''', the News of the World reports.

London, June 28 : Michael Jackson's relatives want a private autopsy of the star because they still have unanswered questions about his death, the Rev. Jesse Jackson said.

The veteran politician, who has been counselling the family, said they were upset the official cause of death might not be known for weeks.

He said the family wanted answers from the star''s personal doctor, Conrad Murray, who was with him when he died, reports The BBC.

Los Angeles County medical examiners completed an autopsy Friday and said Jackson had taken prescription medication.

New Delhi, June 28 : Remembering the ebb and flow of late King of Pop Michael Jackson's career, the critics are busy jotting down facts that made the singer a legend.

And, now, a report shedding light on such facts reveals that Jackson''s Billie Jean made him the first black artist whose video to have his video broadcast on MTV.

Published by the China Daily, the report reveals that another reason behind why Jackson was so famous was the fact that he owned the rights to the South Carolina State Anthem South Carolina on My Mind, recorded by Hank Martin and Buzz Arledge.

London, June 28 : Michael Jackson's fans want that the late King of Pop's O2 arena shows be replaced with tribute concerts.

Organisers at AEG Live have been swamped with emails and calls from hundreds of the 750,000 ticket holders, demanding that commemoration events be held in place of next month's sold-out 50-date This Is It tour.

London, June 28 : Michael Jackson''s family has said that the loss of the King of Pop has left them "speechless and devastated".

The legend's father Joe Jackson has come out with a statement describing days following the death as " one of the darkest moments of our lives", Sky News reports.

The statement goes: "Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon.

Washington, June 28 : Investigators probing into the cause of Michael Jackson's death are trying to determine whether or not prescription drugs may have played a role.

The L. A. coroner says that it will take weeks to confirm the cause of death.

However, still, some newspapers have cited unnamed sources and declared that the `Thriller' star took a daily cocktail of narcotics, including Demerol, Dilaudid, Vicodin, Zanax and Paxil.

A pharmacy in Beverly Hills sued Jackson two years ago, claiming the entertainer owed more than $100,000 for prescription drugs.

London, June 28 : Britain's official chart compilers have revealed that late King of Pop Michael Jackson is all set to top the country's album chart six years after his last number one hit.

The Official Charts Company says that the greatest hits album, Number Ones, is on its way to the top spot after a surge in sales in the days since Jackson's death on Thursday.

The company also expects to see "up to half a dozen" of the singer''s other albums in the Top 75.

It believes that Jackson may also feature in the singles chart as fans download tracks from his back catalogue.

Michael Jackson's magic was such that every film maker from present or a generation earlier was inspired by his work. While making films, they have at least once been inspired by the genius' work and incorporated a move or two of his in their songs. They come together to mourn the loss the King who has left a vast repertoire of work behind him that would be remembered forever.

London, June 29 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's funeral may be bigger than that of Princess Diana, say reports.

Diana's funeral saw a gathering of 250,000 people in London's Hyde Park alone, and it was watched on TV by 2.5 billion people worldwide, a record for any television broadcast.

If experts are to be believed, Jackson's funeral may equal or even exceed the astonishing figure recorded during the service for Diana.

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson's chimpanzee pal Bubbles is set to become the subject of a Hollywood movie and book, according to his owner.

The ape was a constant companion to the singer but had to be given up in 2003 when he became too aggressive.

The 26-year-old is now living at an animal sanctuary in north Los Angeles.

Bob Dunn, an animal trainer who looks after the chimpanzee, has claimed that a mega-bucks deal is "on the table".

London, June 29 : Leaked autopsy details suggest that Michael Jackson was a virtual skeleton with only pills in his stomach, while his body was riddled with needle wounds and surgery scars at the time of his death.

Experts reportedly found the singer's hips, thighs, and shoulders bore needle punctures, stemming from alleged injections of narcotic painkillers, given three times a day for years.

Washington, June 29 : Michael Jackson's son was with the singer when he collapsed, and thought his father was just "clowning around", according to a family friend.

Jackson biographer Stacy Brown alleged ''Prince'' Michael Jackson Jr. witnessed his father hit the ground in the living room of their rented California home.

The author claimed the 12-year-old stood as a silent spectator, while his father's doctor Conrad Murray made frantic attempts to save the King of Pop.

Melbourne, June 29 : Michael Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe has revealed that the late King of Pop is not the actual father of Prince and Paris.

Rowe made headlines 13 years ago when Jackson had announced that she would be the mother of his first child, Prince, now 12.

However, Rowe has now revealed that Jackson is not the real father, and that she has conceived both kids through artificial insemination, with sperms from an anonymous donor.

Majority of them have been known for their dance moves. And most of them have been inspired by the 'King of Pop'. Generation X remembers Michael Jackson as he takes a journey to the heavenly abode.

Hurman Baweja - I can't believe he is no more. It's too much of a shock. I was looking forward to seeing him on stage in London in August. For me he will always be alive. I have seen him live on stage before, I hear him practically everyday either in my car or on my iPod. He is my dancing Guru whom I have watched and learnt from. He is a genius. Here is to a Legend. May his soul rest in peace! He will be missed!

Washington, June 29 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's former nanny has confirmed that he wanted to stage only 10 shows in London, but he failed to read the contract properly.

The `Thriller' hitmaker passed away at a rented Los Angeles home just two weeks before he was due to start his 50 02 Arena shows in London.

However, Grace Rwaramba, who worked for the star for 17 years, says that Jackson only wanted to play 10 concerts in London, but he signed up for 50 because he didn''t check the paperwork thoroughly.

London, June 29 : A criminal investigation has been launched into the sudden death of Michael Jackson, his family''s lawyer has revealed.

Attorney Brian Oxman said that homicide detectives had been called in to investigate the death, and the Jackson family was looking to begin a legal battle of their own if anybody found to be responsible was not brought to justice.

The family carried out their own private second autopsy to gather evidence to start legal action, after foul play was ruled out in the first one.

New York, June 29 : Michael Jackson's personal doctor has told officials that the King of Pop was unconscious when he reached him but still had a pulse, according to the doctor's lawyers.

Dr Conrad Murray was quizzed for three hours by the Los Angeles Police Department on June 27.

He is suspected of injecting the singer with the potent painkiller Demerol before the star collapsed in his home.

Murray is also believed to have plunged a syringe into Jackson's heart in his failed attempts to save him.

New York, June 29 : Late King of Pop Michael Jackson''s final rehearsal for his London concert tour could soon be releases as his final album, say sources.

The final rehearsal was recorded in high definition video and audio on the eve of his death.

Sharon Waxman, of the Hollywood blog TheWrap. com, said that concert promotion company AEG Live had taped Jacko''s rehearsals at the Staples Center in Los Angeles to produce an album and DVD of his ''This Is It'' comeback tour in London.

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson''s old friend producer and TV star David Gest believes that the pressure of 50-concert schedule killed the singer.

Gest said he was angry about the influence of mysterious Lebanese doctor Tohme R Tohme, who met the King of Pop when the singer was staying in Bahrain in 2005.

"We all have weaknesses and Michael''s was that he trusted the wrong people most of the time. He thought all people were good, which they are not," the Sun quoted Gest as saying.

London, June 29 : While the sudden death of Michael Jackson has left many fans heartbroken, his records have re-entered all charts at top positions in Britain.



The moonwalking superstar has a posthumous chart-topper with album Number Ones.



A mind-boggling 43 Jacko tracks have also popped up in the full 200 singles rundown, reports The Sun.



The King of Pop accounts for an incredible 300,000 record sales in just two days this week.

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson is going to be larger in death than he was in life, says his father Joe.

In an exclusive interview with Fox News' Geraldo Rivera, Joe said that Michael should've been around to see the public outpouring of affection towards him, reports Sky
News.

The 50-year-old singer's family has said that the loss of the King of Pop has left them "speechless and devastated".

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson's children are going to stay with their grandmother Katherine Jackson as reports have come that the legend's ex-wife Debbie Rowe will not fight for their custody if she is allowed more access to them.

The Jackson family who was ready to fight "tooth and nail" with the horse breeder has also softened its stance and agreed to her desire of being allowed to visit the kids more often.

Washington, June 29 : Theatre impresario Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that Michael Jackson wanted to star in the movie version of the hit musical `Phantom Of The Opera'.

After watching the show, which debuted in 1988, numerous times the King of Pop discussed seriously with Lloyd about starring as `The Phantom' in a big screen adaptation of the hit musical.

But Lloyd Webber could not make it happen for Jackson back then, as he wasn''t ready to turn it into a film.

Melbourne, June 29 : It was greed that killed the King of Pop Michael Jackson, says a journalist, who predicted last December that the singer was in such poor health that he had six months to live.

According to the London Daily Mail, Ian Halperin spent five years inside the Jackson camp and saw the mental and physical deterioration suffered by the star.

When the reporter made his shocking prediction, Jackson''s people dismissed it as ''''a complete fabrication''''.

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson's personal doctor has denied that he gave a shot of potent painkiller Demerol before the star collapsed in his home.

Dr. Conrad Murray was quizzed for three hours by the Los Angeles Police Department on June 27.

Murray is also believed to have plunged a syringe into Jackson's heart in his failed attempts to save him.

London, June 29 : Michael Jackson nearly died after taking a morphine overdose following his infamous interview with British journalist Martin Bashir, a doctor who treated him has claimed.

Bashir spent eight months interviewing the King of Pop at his Neverland ranch for the controversial TV special Living With Michael Jackson.

The broadcast showed Jackson's confession of offering his bed to child friends, which later led to sexual abuse charges against the late icon for which he was found not guilty.

Washington, June 29 : Fans of King of Pop Michael Jackson have voted `Thriller' his best ever track in a poll after his sudden death.

The 50-year-old singer died at his home in Los Angeles last week on Thursday.

Fans flocked to AOL Radio to listen to the legend's greatest hits in the hours after his death was confirmed and have made the 1982 hit their Jackson number one.

`Billie Jean' came second while `Beat It' landed the third spot, reports Contactmusic.

The pop legend Michael Jackson’s death has caused irreparable loss to the music world, but the spammers are playing their dirty tricks in the name of the legendary entertainer of the world.

The Internet and IT security firm, Websense Security Labs has cautioned internet users that spammers are sending spam emails containing links to unpublished videos and pictures of Michael Jackson, and when the recipients click on these links, they are transferred to a Trojan Downloader hosted on a compromised website.

Berlin - A Michael Jackson lookalike in Germany said Monday he plans to keep making paid appearances as a double, despite his grief at the US singer's death.

"I cried like a baby," said the former plumber, 38. "It was like losing a member of my own family, though I never actually got to know him properly." He never actually met the real Jackson.

The German, whose pale skin and hairstyle recalls the late-phase Jackson, declines to give his real name, but works as a celebrity double under the stage name "Michael Jackson circa," the last word meaning "approximately."

Washington, June 29 : The former nanny of Michael Jackson's children has claimed the King of Pop tried to blame her for his financial rows with Sheikh Abdullah, after the Arab sued him for reneging on a deal to record a new album and write an autobiography.

Grace Rwaramba has said that Jacko used her bank account to receive money from the second son of King of Bahrain so that he could free himself from blame later on.

Ram Gopal Varma had gone of to sleep late at night keeping his TV set on. So when he woke up the next morning the first thing he saw on TV was the banner head line ‘Michael Jackson is Dead’.

A fan of the great King of Pop like countless others, Ramu however has penned down in his unique manner why he hates Michael Jackson.

States Ramu, “I hate Michael Jackson. I hate him for dying and making me realize that he is finally only a human being. I hate that he too has to breathe to live.

Los Angeles/London - The parents of Michael Jackson filed for guardianship of his three children Monday, celebrity website TMZ. com reported.

The court filing is the first legal move of what could become a lengthy battle for control of Jackson's children and estate - especially if Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe, who is the mother of the two older children, attempts to overturn her previous stance waiving her parental rights over the children.

London, June 30 : When Michael Jackson died he owed at least 300million dollars - and was begging banks to lend him more moolah, it has emerged.

In late 2007, the King of Pop was seeking to borrow 43million dollars, according to The Sun who saw his financial papers.

On paper, Jacko had assets worth 1.3billion dollars- almost all tied up in his 50 per cent ownership of The Beatles'' back catalogue with Sony Records. But he was unable - or unwilling - to sell his share.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson was splashing out 30,000-pound a month on prescription drugs, it has emerged.

According to reports, the ailing Thriller hitmaker consumed "mountains of medication" as he battled numerous disorders in the year leading up to his death.

Apparently, many prescriptions were bought under the fictitious name Omar Adams.

As well as the narcotic pain reliever Vicodin, 50-year-old Jacko gorged on other drugs like muscle relaxant Soma and sedative Xanax.

New York, June 30 : Michael Jackson's controversial personal doctor, Conrad Murray, tried to find working phone for 30 minutes to call 911 as the superstar lay dying in his Bel Air mansion, one of the doctor''s lawyers revealed.

Due to "privacy reasons" landlines in the rented mansion were all shut, and Murray didn''t use his cell phone to get help because he didn''t know Jackson''s address, the lawyer said.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson's controversial doctor, who is suspected of giving the star a shot of Demerol before he collapsed, has fathered six kids by five different women, it has emerged.

According to reports, Dr Conrad Murray, who was quizzed by LA investigators about the King of Pop's death, has also failed to pay child support.

In 1998, a mum - nurse Nenita Malibiran - took him to court for child maintenance, reports The Sun.

Her lawyer Julie Brown said: "We went through all the different children that Murray had - and who all the mothers were.

"The father was not paying support. Ms Malibiran had to go to the district attorney's child support division to get a collection against him."

Melbourne, June 30 : Nearly a dozen of Michael Jackson's fans have reportedly committed suicide following the King Of Pop's sudden demise.

And Australians fans are said to be seeking help from a suicide prevention hotline.

As many as 50 callers seeking help from suicide prevention hotline Lifeline Australia have told counsellors that Jackson''s death on June 26 has left them distressed.

According Sky News, Gary Taylor from London, who owns Jacko's online fan club has said that he was aware of about 12 suicides following the performer''s death.

New York, June 30 : Late singer Michael Jackson's mother Katherine has been given temporary custody of his kids.

The 79-year-old won the temporary guardianship of his three children Prince 12, Paris, 11 and Blanket 7.

She has also asked the judge to appoint her administrator of his estate.

"This is where they belong. We are the parents," the New York Daily News quoted Joe Jackson as saying.

"We love those kids, we are going to take care of them and give them the education they are supposed to have," he added.

A hearing on whether the temporary guardianship should be made permanent will be held Aug. 3 in Los Angeles Superior Court.

New York, June 30 : Late singer Michael Jackson's mother Katherine has been given temporary custody of his kids.

The 79-year-old won the temporary guardianship of his three children Prince 12, Paris, 11 and Blanket 7.

She has also asked the judge to appoint her administrator of his estate.

"This is where they belong. We are the parents," the New York Daily News quoted Joe Jackson as saying.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson's father Joe has said that information regarding the funeral of his legendary son will be provided only after the result of the second autopsy is out.

"We aren''t ready for [releasing information on the funeral]. We don''t have the time frame yet because we want to see when the private autopsy comes out," Fox News quoted him as saying.

Melbourne, June 30 : Nearly a dozen of Michael Jackson's fans have reportedly committed suicide following the King Of Pop's sudden demise.

And Australians fans are said to be seeking help from a suicide prevention hotline.

As many as 50 callers seeking help from suicide prevention hotline Lifeline Australia have told counsellors that Jackson''s death on June 26 has left them distressed.

According Sky News, Gary Taylor from London, who owns Jacko's online fan club has said that he was aware of about 12 suicides following the performer''s death.

Melbourne, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s friend of 40 years and biographer J Randy Taraborrelli has opened up about the King of Pop''s bizarre sex life after the legend suddenly died of a suspected cardiac arrest last week.

Taraborrelli told London''s Daily Mail that Jackson''s sexual proclivities had been a matter of speculation since he was a teenager. Even his mother worried that he rarely went out with girls, reports the Daily Telegraph.

London, June 30 : Johnny Depp won't be playing Michael Jackson if a movie about the King of Pop''s life goes into production.

Depp had been rumoured to have previously expressed interest in playing the tragic star on the big-screen, reports Sky News.

However, the Hollywood star dismissed those reports when he spoke at the premiere of his latest gangster movie `Public Enemies' in London.

The actor doesn't think that the late singer "would want him to" don the famous white glove and military jacket. (ANI)

Washington, June 30 : The coroner who examined Michael Jackson''s body has rubbished a leaked autopsy report, claiming it is "false".

British tabloids had revealed details allegedly taken from an autopsy report conducted after the King of Pop''s tragic death.

One report indicates four puncture sites were found on the Thriller hitmaker's chest, believed to be the result of the attempts to restart his heart with shots of adrenaline.

Jacko's hips, thighs and shoulders were also reportedly riddled with needle wounds.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s ex-wife Debbie Rowe has slammed a British newspaper alleging the pop star was not the father of his two eldest children.

Britain''s News of the World quoted Rowe saying that she was artificially inseminated by an anonymous donor during their marriage and that she had no interest in obtaining custody of ''Prince'' Michael Jr, 12, and 11-year-old Paris.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s ex-wife Debbie Rowe has slammed a British newspaper alleging the pop star was not the father of his two eldest children.

Britain''s News of the World quoted Rowe saying that she was artificially inseminated by an anonymous donor during their marriage and that she had no interest in obtaining custody of ''Prince'' Michael Jr, 12, and 11-year-old Paris.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson, who died of a suspected cardiac arrest in his Holmby Hills estate last Thursday, almost passed away the same way once before, according to sources.

Sources say that almost exactly the same scenario played out in 2004 in his rented Coldwater Canyon mansion.

Jackson's brother Randy found him unconscious in his home and immediately called a paramedic friend who lived very close by who rushed to the house, according to the source.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson might have been known for his wild behaviour, but for music producer and King Of Pop's childhood pal David Gest, he was a loyal friend who made him laugh.

Gest spilled the bean on his 40-year friendship with Jackson, who died last Thursday aged 50.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s friend Mark Lester has said that one of the reasons the icon had planned to perform `This Is It' concerts was that he wanted his children to see him live on stage.

"He wanted his children to see daddy do what daddy does best, " The Scotsman quoted him as saying.

He added: "The kids had never seen Michael performing live. This was their opportunity to see him.

"They had watched him on DVDs and on television, but they had never watched him doing his stuff live.

London, Jun 30 : King of Pop Michael Jackson is said to have been in incredible form just two days before his death.

Jacko was pictured strutting about the stage rehearsing his moves for his gigs at London's O2, which was to start next month.

In a picture taken during rehearsals, the late singer could be seen performing a high-energy routine with a `This Is It' lighting display flashing at the back.

Washington, June 30 : The coroner who examined Michael Jackson''s body has rubbished a leaked autopsy report, claiming it is "false".

British tabloids had revealed details allegedly taken from an autopsy report conducted after the King of Pop''s tragic death.

One report indicates four puncture sites were found on the Thriller hitmaker's chest, believed to be the result of the attempts to restart his heart with shots of adrenaline.

Jacko's hips, thighs and shoulders were also reportedly riddled with needle wounds.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s ex-wife Debbie Rowe has slammed a British newspaper alleging the pop star was not the father of his two eldest children.

Britain''s News of the World quoted Rowe saying that she was artificially inseminated by an anonymous donor during their marriage and that she had no interest in obtaining custody of ''Prince'' Michael Jr, 12, and 11-year-old Paris.

Washington, June 30 : Michael Jackson, who died of a suspected cardiac arrest in his Holmby Hills estate last Thursday, almost passed away the same way once before, according to sources.

Sources say that almost exactly the same scenario played out in 2004 in his rented Coldwater Canyon mansion.

Jackson’s brother Randy found him unconscious in his home and immediately called a paramedic friend who lived very close by who rushed to the house, according to the source.

"Thankfully they were able to save him but it was all very frightening. It was a doctor that didn’t normally treat Michael and he was shocked, absolutely shocked by the amount of prescription medications he saw at the house," Fox News quoted the source as saying. (ANI)

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson might have been known for his wild behaviour, but for music producer and King Of Pop’s childhood pal David Gest, he was a loyal friend who made him laugh.

Gest spilled the bean on his 40-year friendship with Jackson, who died last Thursday aged 50.

“There is nobody who knew Michael like I did. He was so gifted, it’s hard for me to picture him gone. There is a whole side to him people never saw,” the Sun quoted him as saying.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson's family has stripped the King of Pop's belongings from his rented home before bailiffs could swoop.

According to reports, at the weekend the family ordered removal vans to take millions of pounds' worth of his possessions from the house, reports The Sun.

The 50-year-old superstar was renting the 100,000 pound-a-month mansion in Holmby Hills, LA.

London, June 30 : Michael Jackson''s friend Mark Lester has said that one of the reasons the icon had planned to perform ‘This Is It’ concerts was that he wanted his children to see him live on stage.

"He wanted his children to see daddy do what daddy does best, ” The Scotsman quoted him as saying.

He added: "The kids had never seen Michael performing live. This was their opportunity to see him.

"They had watched him on DVDs and on television, but they had never watched him doing his stuff live.

London, Jun 30 : King of Pop Michael Jackson is said to have been in incredible form just two days before his death.

Jacko was pictured strutting about the stage rehearsing his moves for his gigs at London’s O2, which was to start next month.

In a picture taken during rehearsals, the late singer could be seen performing a high-energy routine with a ‘This Is It’ lighting display flashing at the back.

“Michael was in better form than for years,” the Sun quoted a source, who had watched the Thriller hit maker’s final rehearsal in LA, as saying.

“He was preparing for what would have been an absolutely incredible show.

Beijing, June 30 : The emergency call made by Michael Jackson’s doctor after finding him unconscious has unexpectedly prompted Chinese netizens to criticize their country’s emergency medical system.

Netizens praised the American 911 dispatcher who handled the Jackson emergency call and criticized differences between the Chinese and American emergency services on popular Internet portals.

"China''''''''s emergency medical service is not as careful as its American counterpart. The Chinese emergency medical sector should learn from the American emergency medical experience to better serve its citizens," China Daily quoted Zhang Han, a Beijing blogger, as writing on Sina. com.