Michael Jackson News

Michael’s publicist of eight years, Raymone Bain, today held a press conference in Washington DC in which she announced the Michael Jackson Legacy Foundation.

On Tuesday evening in Edinburgh, Scotland, what we all know as the picture of Michael with “Innocent” printed over his mouth, was projected onto Castle Rock.

A new rebuttal documentary called ‘Chase The Truth’ has been released by Entertain ME. It features author Mike Smallcombe, Mark & Lucy Lester and Matt Fiddes. 

The ‘Lies Of Leaving Neverland’ is another documentary which has been put together that shows the mistakes and lies that were featured in ‘Leaving Neverland’.

Here is an official statement that we have received from Michael Jackson’s Estate regarding the Emmy nominations that the controversial documentary has received. 

There is a new Michael Jackson Music Day, which will be held in Lyon in France in October. Brad Buxer, Steven Whitsitt and Christophe Boulmé will be attending.

We have received an update from the organisers of the ‘Michael: HIS_story’ exhibition which will take place in August to celebrate Michael Jackson’s Birthday.

According to a report by the web site RTÉ, French Michael Jackson fan groups are suing Wade Robson and James Safechuck for sullying Michael Jackson’s image.

Clinark, a big Michael Jackson fan and who is well known for covering Michael’s music, has released his version of ‘I’ll Be There’ to mark this 10th anniversary.

MJWN’s President, Jayne Ross, reflects on the ten years since Michael’s passing and how she’s had to personally try and come to terms with the loss of Michael.

During June, which is the 10th anniversary of Michael’s death, the Estate of Michael Jackson would like fans to celebrate his life with an # HonorMJ campaign. 

There is a new documentary on Michael that is called ‘Killing Michael Jackson’ which the Discovery Network will be airing and that includes three U.S. detectives.

Thomas Mesereau was interviewed by toofab and on the ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary he says; “This is just a temporary blip…and then you’ll forget about it.”

MJ Author, Damien Shields, has written a lengthy, but really interesting article, which he has called ‘Leaving Neverland Exposed: The Devil is in the Detail’.

The lawsuit case against the Michael Jackson Estate and Michael’s manager Tohme Tohme has been amicably settled, with both parties declining to specify the deal. 

‘Chase The Truth’ is a new documentary by Michael’s bodyguard Matt Fiddes, that will be launched next month, in response to the ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary. 

Clips can now be seen on YouTube of John Branca and others, as they participated in a panel discussion about trial by media, last month at Harvard University. 

On Thursday, August 29th in Las Vegas, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil are hosting their 7th ‘Michael Jackson ONE’ celebration at Mandalay Bay.

Here is the latest on the lawsuit between the Estate of Michael Jackson and HBO, which theblast.com has taken from an interview with litigator, Bryan Freedman.

British singer Boy George has recently spoke to Andy Cohen, executive producer and host of ‘Watch What Happens Live’ about the ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary.

In a article in Newsweek, it seems that the inspiration for the ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ character came from various people, including Michael Jackson and Madonna. 

Michael Jackson’s Estate has shared their perspective on the upcoming stage musical, which has recently been making headlines in the press around the world.

Australian Michael Jackson fan takes his ‘MJ Innocent Campaign’ to Adelaide Australia’s ‘Fringe World Festival’ on the night the documentary aired in Australia.

Actress Robin Givens discusses in a recent interview with Essence’s Yes Girl, how she ended up with a part in ‘The Wiz’ and met Michael Jackson and Diana Ross.

In an article on Billboard’s website, John Branca, co-executor of Michael’s Estate, speaks of the repercussions of the recent documentary ‘Leaving Neverland.’

Mark Lester’s daughter, Lucy, has recently done an interview with gloustershirelive.co.uk and in the interview she speaks about her Godfather, Michael Jackson.

Liam McEwan’s a celebrity interviewer and he has made a short documentary in response to ‘Leaving Neverland’ with interviews from some of those close to Michael.

Whilst Judith Ralston was presenting BBC Scotland’s weather on Tuesday evening, a Michael like figure appeared as clouds on the map, off the coast of Aberdeen.

Please be aware that the 10th anniversary memorial event planned at the Paradiso in Amsterdam, on June 28th, has been cancelled. Ticket refunds are available.

Marvel’s superhero Groot, the tree-like being from Planet X and one of the characters from ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ gets his groove on to Michael’s ‘Thriller.’

Roslyn Witz Cohen has posted on her Facebook page about her family meeting Michael at Sun City in 1997. Michael visited with them and they also went to Neverland.

According to NME, the documentary makers of ‘Leaving Neverland’ have refused to remove Brett Barnes from the footage after his lawyer, requested they do so.

Michael’s Estate has updated the fans, thanking those who have supported Michael over the past few weeks and outlining some of their intentions going forward.

Singer/Songwriter Nickita, has send us her version of Michael’s ‘Earth Song’, which she would like us to pass on as a gift, for all your dedication to Michael.

Michael fan, Brigitte Bloemen, has asked us to share this with all German speaking Michael fans – A petition to stop the airing of ‘Leaving Neverland’ in Germany.

The 10th year One Rose for Michael J. Jackson, Roses for June 25th 2019 is officially open. You can now send a rose to Michael’s resting place. All details here.

Three Michael Jackson fan groups in France, are suing the two men who featured in the recent documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ for “sullying” Michael’s memory.

Despite the negativity surrounding the last week, Michael’s songs have continued to be streamed in their millions, with the numbers staying as strong as ever.

New rare footage of Michael, circa 1984, practicing new and innovative dance moves that he would go on to use in his breathtaking performances has been released.

Here is an open letter from Franziska, Anton, Marlies and Wolfgang Schleiter who met Michael in Germany in 1995 . Their letter is titled ‘Enough is Enough’.

The second night viewer figures for ‘Leaving Neverland’ in the U.S. are worse than the first, with Oprah Winfrey’s ‘After Neverland’ section doing even worse.

The Michael Jackson art exhibition ‘On The Wall’ will be in Bonn, Germany from March 22nd for four months, as it continues its world tour. Next stop, Finland.