Michael Jackson's nephew to star in King of Pop biopic
Michael Jackson's 26-year-old nephew, Jaafar Jackson, will play the King of Pop in the planned biopic “Michael” to be directed by Antoine Fuqua. Lionsgate announced Jackson's casting Monday for the film being produced by Oscar-winning “Bohemian Rhapsody” producer Graham King. Jackson is the second-youngest son of Jermaine Jackson, Michael’s brother.
news.yahoo.comDocumentary Celebrates40th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Thriller
“Billie Jean” remains the most streamed Michael Jackson song and “Thriller” is the only music video that has been inducted onto the elite National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. “The release of Thriller redefined Michael Jackson, taking him from teen star to adult superstar, who composed memorable songs, sang beautifully and reached the highest level of on-stage performance,” Nelson George said in the release. The second studio album by Jackson as a solo artist on Epic Records, Thriller captured a record 12 Grammy nominations and a record-setting eight wins. “Michael opened and explored emotional depths and pushed the boundaries of sonic innovation on Thriller,” John Branca and John McClain, Jackson’s estate executors, proclaimed in the news release. “In the process, he breached destructive barriers in the music industry and literally united the world through his music: there isn’t a place on this planet that hasn’t been exhilarated by the music of Michael Jackson.
thewestsidegazette.comJon Batiste tops Grammys; Silk Sonic soars, Rodrigo crowned
Jon Batiste won album of the year honors for “We Are” at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, giving him five trophies on a night that saw the ’70s funk of Silk Sonic take record of the year and song of the year and newcomer Olivia Rodrigo take three awards.
‘MJ’ director Christopher Wheeldon on how he brought Michael Jackson’s dancing to life
“I can make the shape, but what is the intention and the attitude behind that? The people who worked with Michael and danced with him understand that,” the choreographer says of creating the Broadway musical.
washingtonpost.comMy Mom’s Alzheimer’s (Chronicling the Journey)
Alzheimer’s, at least in my mother’s case, is characterized by an inability to soak in gratitude for the present moment. (DAB)Fear and Confusion, decisive clues:When Mom’s symptoms began, no one noticed it at first. When the symptoms began to affect her daily life the doctors seemed clueless. There is strong indication that even if you inherit the gene for Alzheimer’s, ‘you do not have to turn it on’ (Awakening from Alzheimer’s with Peggy Starlin). Facts instead of Fear: Alzheimer’s has become a fear that stalks the modern world.
thewestsidegazette.comIs Drake really as big as Michael Jackson or is that just disrespectful?
Drake and Michael Jackson are not peers and we need to stop acting like they are. Fat Joe, rapper and former mentor to Drake, claimed that Drake was the “Michael Jackson” of this generation during a livestream last year. “I think the key difference between him and Drake, is [that] Michael influenced people with his music and Drake influences people to make fun of him,” Macira said. When Drake puts out new music, fans can access it through Youtube, Apple Music, Spotify and physical records, all of which contribute to his music sales. Featured image “Michael Jackson Star on Hollywood Blvd.” by ricardodiaz11 is licensed under CC BY 2.0
themiamihurricane.comSix Members of Nine Trey Gangster Bloods Gang Plead Guilty to RICO Conspiracy
Last week, six members of the Nine Trey Gangsters (NTG) national criminal organization pleaded guilty to Racketeer Influenced and Corruption Organization (RICO) conspiracy charges. “The Department will continue to bring to justice the leaders and most violent members of dangerous criminal enterprises like the Nine Trey Gangsters,” said Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. In those roles they were responsible for overseeing all the members below them and reporting up to the gang’s national leadership. In this role, Asberry was responsible for collecting dues form the gang’s members and overseeing the gang’s meetings or “nines.”Michael Jackson, aka “MJ,” held the rank of “Third Floor” in the gang’s hierarchy. He was responsible for planning “wars” or conflicts with rival gangs and providing weapons to other NTG members.
justice.govMyles Frost Replaces Ephraim Sykes As Michael Jackson In ‘MJ: The Musical’
WASHINGTON — Newcomer Myles Frost has been tapped in as a replacement to Ephraim Skyes to play Michael Jackson in the upcoming jukebox musical feature film “MJ.”Veteran star Skyes was originally slated to play Jackson in “MJ,” but due to the schedule conflict following the Covid-19 pandemic delays — Skyes stepped out from the feature film. “It’s with a heavy heart that I depart ‘MJ,’” Sykes said in a statement. “This year has brought a lot of change and opportunity, and although it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to an iconic role and production, I look forward to what is to come.”“Thank you to the ‘MJ’ team, and congratulations to Myles. I can’t wait to see you shine as the King of Pop and for us all to celebrate the return of Broadway.”As per a media report, Frost was roped in the musical following a long search for a performer who could “convincingly play” the “King of Pop,” one of those performers who could hit the right notes while also believably pulling off the singer’s elaborate dances.
thewestsidegazette.comStolen Confederate chair monument back in place -- with glue
A Confederate monument that was stolen and became the object of an odd ransom scheme is back in an Alabama cemetery where it stood for nearly 130 years — now glued to the ground for good measure — but who took the chair remains in dispute. A Louisiana man charged in the odd disappearance of the chair-shaped monument surrendered to authorities Wednesday in what his lawyer called his first trip to the city where the alleged theft occurred. Free on $30,000 bail after spending a couple hours in jail, Jason Warnick stood silently at a news conference as his attorney, Michael Kennedy, said the man was innocent of taking the chair, a monument to Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
news.yahoo.com'Hadestown' jumps ahead of pack to welcome Broadway patrons
“Hadestown,” the brooding musical about the underworld, has set its Broadway reopening date on Sept. 2, jumping ahead of such megahits as “Hamilton” and “Wicked” to position itself as the first show to welcome audiences on Broadway since the pandemic.
The 11 most memorable Super Bowl halftime performances
Prince, Beyonce and Lady Gaga performing in past Super Bowl Halftime shows. In the last 30 years, the Super Bowl halftime show has featured some of the hottest superstar performers including Prince, Beyonce and Lady Gaga. Here's a look at 11 of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime moments:1993 — Michael JacksonThe Prince of Pop's performance at the 1993 Super Bowl has been lauded as one of the greatest halftime performances of all time. Following the incident, the NFL announced that MTV, which had produced the halftime show, would not be involved in Super Bowl halftime shows in the future. In the 40-year history of the Super Bowl, it had never rained during a halftime performance.
cnbc.comExplosive Woody Allen documentary series coming to HBO
The story of Woody Allen's notorious relationship with Mia Farrow and their family is set to be explored in a four-part documentary on HBO. Directed by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering, Oscar-nominated documentarians, the series titled "Allen v. Farrow" delves deep into one of Hollywood's most public scandals — the accusation that Allen had sexually abused his then 7-year-old adopted daughter Dylan. In the bitter custody battle that followed it was revealed that Allen had been having a relationship with Farrow's adopted daughter Soon-Yi Previn. HBO will debut the first episode in the series on Feb. 21, with new installments airing on subsequent Sundays. The series is reminiscent of HBO's involvement in the Michael Jackson documentary "Leaving Neverland," as both were shot in secret.
cnbc.comMichael Jackson's Neverland Ranch sold to billionaire for $22 million
Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch seen in an undated photo. Jim BartschMichael Jackson's Neverland Ranch in California has found a new owner in billionaire businessman Ron Burkle. The Wall Street Journal reports the property was sold for $22 million to Burkle, an associate of the late pop star and co-founder of the investment firm Yucaipa Companies. The asking price of the property was $100 million in 2016 then dropped to $67 million a year later. Burkle is the controlling shareholder of Soho House.
cbsnews.comMichael Jackson’s “Thriller” Continues to Reach New Milestones
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMediaThirty-eight years ago, Michael Jackson released his groundbreaking “Thriller” album, and the music world has never been the same. A year later, he released the Thriller video, which broke barriers and instantly became the most-watched music video ever. Jackson’s 1983 performance of “Billie Jean,” during the celebration of Motown’s 25th Anniversary, earned him an Emmy nomination and a telephone call from Fred Astaire. Today, artists young and old are still trying to copy Jackson’s blueprint for success, and most still revere him. “Everyone experiences these physical transformations in their bodies and new, unfamiliar, sexual thoughts in their minds.
thewestsidegazette.comJemere Morgan Channels Michael Jackson in Latest COOL & BAD Video
Filmed on location in Rotterdam, Netherlands, director Mitchell Habermehl and co-directed by Jemere himself, delivered a reggae infused video version on Michael Jackson Bad Video. Its definitely a tribute to Michael Jackson explained JemereTheres 2 gangs which is Cool Crew VS Bad Crew. Im the head of the Cool Crew and Crim is the head of Bad Crew. I run into trouble at the beginning, I have a confrontation with Crim and his Bad Crew which leads to a face off between his and my crew in a garage. A family affair, Cool & Bad video features cameos by Spanky (Son of Peetah Morgan) & Esh Morgan (Son of Mojo Morgan), premieres, Friday, February 28th at noon on popular entertainment platform THE TROPIXS.
sflcn.comOprah Winfrey: After interviewing 37,000 people I learned everyone shares this 1 thing
From 1986 to 2011, Oprah Winfrey says she interviewed more than 37,000 people on her talk show "The Oprah Winfrey Show." Winfrey said she started to see a thread among her subjects including even presidents Barack Obama and George Bush and singer Beyonce. "I practice this thing called mindfulness every day, which means really just staying present in the moment," Winfrey said. Winfrey, along with billionaire Ray Dalio and singer Lady Gaga all swear by a technique called Transcendental Meditation (TM). Being present is so important to Winfrey that in 2011, her last year on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," she brought in a TM teacher for her production team to learn the technique.
cnbc.comFoolish Advice November 24 at Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center
In Search of Inspiration: Berry Gordy Jr.By Spence Finlayson NASSAU, Bahamas Imagine a world without Diana Ross and The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Gladys Knight and The Pips, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and The Miracles and The Four Tops. You have just imagined a world without Berry Gordy Jr. I grew up in the Bahamas []
sflcn.comReggae Jam 2019 Meeting of the Legends Steele Pulse and Inner Circle | South Florida Caribbean News
In Search of Inspiration: Berry Gordy Jr.By Spence Finlayson NASSAU, Bahamas Imagine a world without Diana Ross and The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Gladys Knight and The Pips, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and The Miracles and The Four Tops. You have just imagined a world without Berry Gordy Jr. I grew up in the Bahamas []
sflcn.comNaked man out for bike ride buys skimpy undies, parades around without them, police say
He was booked into the Broward County Jail as John Smith even though he told Wilton Manors police he was Michael Jackson, but whatever his name, witnesses just referred to him as that naked guy on a bicycle.
sun-sentinel.comTeen nails Michael Jackson routine at HS talent show
Nick Dietz compiles some of the week's best viral videos, including a cat that says "hey," a sleeping pig waking up for a cookie and an EMT reviving the art of dancing while driving. Plus, 17-year-old Brett Nichols conquers his high school talent show with a precise Michael Jackson dance routine to "Billie Jean." To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE
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