Death
Choking on the Bill
While the cost to the city of Los Angeles for its participation in Jackson’s funeral fell well under the original estimate of $3.8 million, many argue that the big day still cost way too much. The final cost estimate? $1.4 million. Still a bit steep of a bill for L.A. to foot. But will... »
Fans Celebrate Jackson’s Life as They Mourn His Death
Funeral’s are a time to remember. We need to focus on the death of our loved ones – for that final goodbye, and to give closure on that chapter of our lives. But we also need to give attention to the departed’s life, not just their death. There is so much good to remember,... »
A Final Goodbye to the King of Pop
For those of you who couldn’t watch Michael Jackson’s memorial, or win a ticket to attend, this article covers many of the high points of the service. I do hope that this service was special and meaningful for his survivors, and that it provided to way to say good bye. Michael Jackson’s family, close friends... »
Jackson Makes an Internet Splash
Even in death, the King of Pop continues to shatter long-standing records. As the news was confirmed about Michael Jackson’s death, the internet was flooded by Google searches and music uploads/downloads. This article has the numbers. »
17,500 Chances to Attend Michael Memorial
Organizers of Michael Jackson’s Tuesday memorial service said today that they will give away 17,500 tickets and will randomly draw names from people who register for the service to determine who will attend. The event will be live-streamed on television and on the Internet, and there will be no funeral procession. Organizers will draw 8,750... »
Final Resting Place for Michael
After days of rumors and speculation about Michael Jackson’s memorial services and burial location, E! News reports this morning that the Jackson family is close to making a decision about his final resting place. E! News has exclusively learned that the King of Pop’s body is currently being held at the Hollywood Hills location of... »
Are Jackson Fans Committing Suicide?
Various blogs and gossip rags claimed today that up to a dozen hardcore Michael Jackson fans have taken their own lives following news of the pop star’s death. The Sun, Spike, and the Mirror are keeping tabs on these shocking developments. Their source is Gary Taylor, the owner of fan website MJJcommunity.com. Police officials... »
Bags of Drugs Removed from Jackson Home
Sky News reports that this morning, the coroner’s office entered the Michael Jackson residence and came out with two bags of medication. Authorities are currently investigating Jackson’s sudden death, and the possibility of drugs keeps creeping back into the headlines as sources dig deeper. Read from Sky News: The Los Angeles coroner’s department has removed bags... »
False Autopsy Report Fooling Fans
British newspaper The Sun published gruesome details from what was purported to be Michael Jackson’s autopsy, but now the LA coroner’s office is challenging the authenticity of the story. The coroners claim that many of the details in the report that The Sun obtained are false, but the findings have already started making the... »
Identity of Jackson’s Doctor Revealed
TMZ has the unfolding story about Michael Jackson’s doctor. They identity the man as Dr. Conrad Robert Murray. You read earlier about the doctor’s car getting towed. Now police are searching for the doctor so that they can question him with regard to Jackson’s suspicious death. Read on: The doctor who was with Michael Jackson at... »