2016 News Archive

On Wednesday, 30th March, we uploaded a story about Michael Jackson fan, Scott Devlin, who has been in hospital with cancer. Here is an update from his aunt.

It has been announced that a new Michael Jackson theme park, based on the Michael’s Neverland Valley Ranch and dedicated to him, could open in Shanghai, China.

Michael’s worth when he died is at the heart of a billion-dollar tax court battle as the IRS insists Michael’s name and image were worth more than $434 million.

In 1998 a proposal was submitted by Michael Jackson with multimillionaire Don Barden for a Michael Jackson themed casino, hotel and amusement park in Detroit.

Bronze and Gold Productions are hosting their 5th and final ‘The Gloved One’ event, paying tribute to Michael as we mark the 7th Anniversary of his passing.

Michael Crawford, known for playing the lead role in the musical ‘Phantom of the Opera,’ recalls encounters with Michael Jackson, describing him as “charming”.

Celebrating the music, magic, and history, the Michael Jackson tribute show, ‘HIStory,’ is returning to Australia with a revamped production and Dantanio.

When Make-A-Wish Foundation asked young American, Tiffany Rowe, what she wished for, she told them that she wished that she could dance with Michael Jackson.

‘Making Michael – Inside The Career Of Michael Jackson,’ is a new book on Michael that delves deep inside his career and has been written by Mike Smallcombe.

Come join the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil as they celebrate Michael’s birthday with the 4th Annual Michael Jackson ONE Celebration in Vegas.

Spike Lee’s documentary ‘Michael Jackson’s Journey From Motown To Off The Wall’ will be aired on the German-French television station ARTE for the first time.

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

Michael’s Las Vegas mansion that he rented just before his death, has hit the property market, giving fans a first glimpse inside his extravagant lifestyle.

The Apollo Theatre will celebrate the history it has with Michael Jackson, at their venue later in the year, with a special 90 minute tribute show based on jazz.

‘Thriller Live’ is a spectacular concert created by Adrian Grant to celebrate the career of Michael Jackson. Win 2 Tickets to the ‘Thriller Live’ in London.’

The worlds fastest pianist, Peter Bence, is back covering Michael Jackson songs. This time Peter is performing a piano version of Michael’s ‘Black Or White.’

News3 & CW Las Vegas anchor Krystal Allan got an all-access pass into the world of Michael and Cirque du Soleil of the ‘ONE’ show, celebrating 3 years in Vegas.

Laura Messina from Bologna Italy has started a petition, already with 5,000+ signatures, to honour Michael Jackson as an American Cultural and Philanthropic Icon.

Once again this year Michael fans from around the world will be able to show their love by sending beautiful red roses for the 7th anniversary of his passing.

Beyoncé channelled Michael Jackson as she stepped out in a sparkling sequin Givenchy suit and a wide-brim hat, accepting the CFDA Fashion Icon Award.

Shahid Nazir, who became a sensation with ‘One Pound Fish’ pays tribute to Michael with his latest video ‘Michael Jackson, we all love you…we all miss you.’

Google’s made some interesting investments into the music business over the past few years and according to reports, wanted to buy Michael’s stake in Sony/ATV.

The Michael Jackson Chinese Fans are paying tribute to Michael on his 7th Anniversary displaying his image on a large outdoor LED screen on a Citibank building.

To mark Indiana’s bicentennial, the Indiana State Museum is featuring an exhibit called ‘200 Objects,’ which will feature a jacket and t-shirt of Michael’s.

Former Pepsi CEO Roger Enrico, created Michael’s Pepsi Commercials “the choice of a new generation,” launching a new era in modern pop culture marketing.

Dantanio, the Star of the Michael Jackson ‘HIStory’ show currently touring Australia, talks about the Michael tribute show, the music, the magic, and the dance.

Chinese fans dance with a giant Michael Jackson Screen covering the Citigroup Tower in Shanghai, paying tribute to him on the 7th Anniversary of his passing.

Renowned multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer and ‘This Is It’ band member Mo Pleasure is attending the Michael Jackson ‘On The Wall’ Exhibition in London.

Prizes can be won at the Michael Jackson ONE Theater at Mandalay Bay on Michael’s birthday, August 29th, by playing Name That MJ Tune. Register now to take part.

Dancer & Choreographer Kazuki honours Michael Jackson on the 7th Anniversary of his passing with an choreographed dance routine to Michael’s ‘Another Part Of Me.’

We are extremely saddened to have to tell you that Scott Devlins’s family have contacted us to say he passed away this morning after his fight against cancer.

Jason Derulo performed ‘Human Nature’ in tribute to Michael Jackson on ABC’s ‘Greatest Hits’. The singer also talked about how Michael is his biggest inspiration.

Navi, Michael Jackson performer and the star of The King of Pop show, will be on tour during late September and October with Michael’s guitarist Jennifer Batten.

CVPB TV will be in Gary, Indiana, to stream the 7th Annual MJ Tribute 2016. They will also be announcing a contest for an all expense paid trip for two to Gary.

Finishing his Australia tour, Dantanio brought the magic, dance and music of Michael Jackson to the Adelaide Festival Theatre with the MJ ‘HIStory’ show.

The Melisizwe Brothers who are from Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines aged between 8 and 12 years old have recently done a cover of Michael’s song ‘Ben.’

A 10-foot-tall statue of Michael Jackson was unveiled yesterday in Las Vegas. The image of the statue was used as the front cover for his 1995 album ‘HIStory’.

Modern Vice, a shoe store and shoe factory located in midtown Manhattan, as recently released the MJ Band bootie as a tribute to Michael’s birthday next month.

In an interview with ‘Japan Today,’ Michael’s brother, Jackie Jackson, has spoken about growing up with Michael and remembers the pranks Michael used to pull.

iKON, a group from Korea, were ecstatic when they were recently given a chance to perform Michael’s ‘Billie Jean’ on a popular Chinese survival reality show.

In October a dance workshop will take place where fans can learn Michael Jackson routines taught by his choreographer and one of his dancers Lavelle Smith Jr.

Director Spike Lee will be hosting his sixth annual ‘Brooklyn Loves Michael Jackson’ block party on Saturday, August 27th from 12pm to 6pm at Stuyvesant Avenue.