2016 News Archive

On 26th February ‘Off The Wall’ will be re-issued with a special DVD/Blu-Ray documentary by Spike Lee, which will also be broadcast around the world on TV.

Eight-year old Willie Osborn from Lansing, Illinois, showcases some of his cool ‘Smooth Criminal’ dance moves on the Ellen DeGeneres show. Watch the video here.

Showtime has released its first look at the forthcoming Spike Lee documentary ‘Michael Jackson’s Journey from Motown to ‘Off the Wall’’, which airs next month.

Spike Lee, the director of the forthcoming documentary ‘Michael Jackson’s Journey from Motown to ‘Off the Wall’, has sat down to discuss more on the new project.

We are now offering fans the chance to get an 18 month subscription to MJWN’s monthly ‘Network 7’ newsletter for the price of 12 for a limited period only.

Michael Jackson and David Gest’s ‘Robert Burns: The Musical’ has been given a modern revamp and is premiering in tonight after almost 12 years on the shelf.

Joseph Fiennes will play Michael Jackson in an upcoming TV drama based on an alleged road trip Michael took with Elizabeth Taylor and Marlon Brando in 2001.

There will be a Michael Jackson Art Exhibition and Sale at Gallery Different, Percy Street, London from July 28th – 30th, 2016. All proceeds go to two charities.

We have received a review from Reva Thomas in New York of the new Spike Lee ‘Off The Wall’ Documentary which she would like to share with all of Michael’s fans.

During Super Bowl 50, popstar Beyoncé subtly paid homage to Michael’s Super Bowl XXVII performance from 1993 by echoing his leather and gold halftime outfit.

A new short video from Malaysian animation group VS GAG shows the smooth moves of Japan’s beloved Danbo dancing to Michael Jackson’s ‘Love Never Felt So Good.’

Michael Jackson’s Estate has arranged for an exclusive screening for UK fans of the new Spike Lee documentary about Michael on February 18th at BAFTA, London.

RnB star Miguel gave a stunning performance of Michael’s 1979 song ‘She’s Out Of My Life’ at last nights Grammy Awards, with Michael himself looking from above.

A live version of ‘Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough’ taken from the Jacksons ‘Destiny’ Tour in 1979 has been uploaded to the official Michael Jackson Vevo channel.

As of today, the re-issue of ‘Off The Wall’, which comes with the new documentary ‘Michael Jackson’s Journey From Motown To Off The Wall’ is available to buy.

Direct from London’s West End, ‘Thriller Live,’ the spectacular concert created by Adrian Grant, will be playing at Darlington’s Civic Centre in March.

Cisky Francesco Cepparulo, a professional choreographer, has directed a music video featuring a new original choreography performed in Michael Jackson style.

Michael Jackson has won a ‘mock poll’ which took place in Manila, the Philippines, at the Robinson’s Place in Ermita. He was elected President by the voters.

Michael’s former pet, Bubbles, is now thirty-three and seems to be enjoying life at a private sanctuary in Wauchula, Florida, where he arrived in March 2005.

In a recent interview, Borussia Dortmund’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang talks about his passion for Michael’s music and how it motivates him before a game.

A secret letter, written by Michael, promising to re-invent himself as the greatest entertainer of all time, has been unveiled in Spike Lee’s new documentary.

Quincy Jones has filed a lawsuit against the Michael Jackson estate claiming that some recent projects released have breached the contract he had with Michael.

The Michael Jackson’s estate and Triumph International Inc., are suing a popcorn maker, KingOfPop.com, alleging that the company is a trademark violation.

The ‘Gone With The Wind’ Oscar for best picture, purchased by Michael in 1999 and costing $1.54 million in a Sotheby’s auction, is missing according to reports.

Michael Jackson’s Estate has sold their remaining half of the lucrative Sony/ATV Catalogue to Sony for $750m. Michael originally acquired the catalogue in 1985.

Michael’s Estate has released a statement for his fans to explain the reasons they sold the remaining 50% of the Sony/ATV Catalogue to the Sony Corporation.

The new Spike Lee Documentary – ‘Michael Jackson’s Journey From Motown To Off The Wall’ – will be aired in the UK on BBC2, this Saturday, March 19th at 9.00p.m.

Michael Jackson’s pet chimp Bubbles, is set to be the focus for a new movie about the King of Pop’s life as he travelled a lot with Michael in the 80’s.

Atkins Thomson, solicitors, has filed a claim that it is yet to be paid for work carried out for Michael Jackson in the two years leading up to his death.

Visitors to Mother’s Wax Museum in New Town will soon be able to see a statue of Michael Jackson among other statues of various Hollywood stars in India.

With the Michael Jackson estate selling its 50 per cent share of Sony/ATV Music Publishing to Sony, Paul McCartney is now trying to acquire the rights back.

Will.i.am reveals his laptop has folders full of unfinished demos and collaborations with singers past and present, including unreleased tracks by Michael

Manchester City footballer, Raheem Sterling, is currently selling his house for £1.5 million which includes Michael Jackson memorabilia and a in-house barber.

The United States Navy Band went all out for its performance last summer at the Navy Memorial, doing an epic cover of Michael Jackson’s iconic 1982 hit ‘Thriller.’

A judge allows Tohme Tohme to amend his complaint against the estate where he says that he’s owed a share of gross receipts and a finder’s fee for a bank loan.

Almost a year ago, in May 2015, Michael Jackson’s former Neverland Ranch hit the market and still hasn’t sold. Here is an explanation by Bloomberg as to why.

A giant 7ft cake, which has been dedicated to Michael Jackson, has won a International Baking Award. The cake is made entirely of cereal, chocolate and icing.

Scott Devlin, is a devout Michael Jackson fan, that recently was diagnosed with cancer. Here is a special request to all MJ Fans from Scott’s aunt in the USA.

Timbaland has had all charges that he was facing regarding his work on Michael Jackson’s ‘Chicago’ track dismissed, according to reports by theJasmineBRAND.

Aaron Carter has recently spoken to US Weekly Video about his close friendship with Michael Jackson, and how the King of Pop has “passed the torch” to him.

Steven Barron has spoken about how he made Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean’ video – “I just put the camera down at the end of that take and it was just…wow!”

Michael’s long-term friend David Gest, who produced the 2001 ‘Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration’ at Madison Square Garden has died in London aged 62.