Jackson tribute in Vienna set for Sept. 26 Aug 13, 2009
Austrian media have reported that Madonna, U2, Lionel Richie and Whitney Houston might be among the performers. Kindel declined to confirm those reports and stressed that Jermaine Jackson is still assembling the lineup. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fusion Arts Exchange ends in concert Aug 13, 2009
There are 20 students in the program who have been living in West Village F. The event was broken up into three sections, the first of which featured performances of famous American musicians songs like Hello by Lionel Richie and Now Have I Fed and Eaten Up the Rose by Samuel Barber. The second section was a performance of original compositions composed by the students over the course of five weeks and the final section showcased ensemble pieces involving all the students, with small performance... (Northeastern News, MA)
Promoter: 1 billion could watch Jackson tribute Aug 12, 2009
Austrian media reported that Madonna, U2, Lionel Richie and Whitney Houston might be among the artists performing 15-20 Jackson hits on a crown-shaped outdoor stage in front of Schoenbrunn Palace. But Kindel said the lineup is still in the works. (MSNBC -- Music)
Major Jackson tribute planned for Vienna Aug 11, 2009
They would not confirm reports that the tribute may include U2, Madonna, Lionel Richie and Whitney Houston. World Awards Media chief Georg Kindel said Monday it would be held in the first part of September. (MSNBC -- Music)
Family members and 'high-profile' lineup to attend Aug 11, 2009
They would not confirm Austrian media reports that the outdoor tribute may include U2, Madonna, Lionel Richie and Whitney Houston. There were conflicting reports Monday about the date. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Avett Brothers blend influences on major label debut Jul 31, 2009
On the phone as he rolls through the state of South Carolina, Scott Avett confesses his love for Lionel Richie. When the 30-something singer and multi-instrumentalist for the roots trio the Avett Brothers was growing up, he was transfixed by the notorious ceiling dancer, musically and sartorially. (Boston Globe)
Prince Takes Over MTV For 1984 'Purple Rain' Premiere Jul 28, 2009
The 1984 premiere featured appearances by some of the music world's biggest stars at the time: Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac, Lionel Richie, Little Richard, John Mellencamp, Sheila E., "Weird Al" Yankovic and Morris Day. On the carpet, Day commandeered Goodman's mic and announced to the crowd, "I wanna see the movie and then I wanna see some lovely young ladies, so y'all hang around, OK?". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Bruce, Madonna, Prince! 1984 was quite a year Jul 21, 2009
There was also a lot of commercial music only moms and dads could stand, but if you couldnt handle the syrupy Phil Collins and Lionel Richie stuff, you could rock out to Billy Idol and Van Halen, both of whom put out some of their best work. The year even ended on a high note with the charity single Do They Know Its Christmas. (MSNBC -- News)
Miss the way he moved? Jul 21, 2009
Jackson influenced not just young people but also contemporaries such as Madonna and Lionel Richie, who has said he began dancing in his videos because of Jackson. While on tour in the '80s, Madonna even co-opted a "Billie Jean" routine before launching into "Like a Virgin" during a concert. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
1985: Year of Popular Music in Revi... Jul 16, 2009
Headed by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, the biggest names in the music industry gathered to record We Are The World to fight hunger in Ethiopia. The song was a big hit but was later considered a poor song by many critics. (Suite101.com)
Jackson's boyhood home pays tribute Jul 12, 2009
As a finale, about 700 people holding candles sang "We Are the World," the 1985 song Jackson co-wrote with Lionel Richie to benefit USA for Africa. Jackson lived in for 11 years before moving to the West Coast after the Jackson 5 recorded their first album in 1969. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Big Michael Jackson Ratings Easy As A-B-C Jul 12, 2009
The star-studded memorial, featuring emotionally-driven performances from Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, Usher, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Hudson, was the third most-watched funeral/burial event in recent television history, behind the 35 million viewers who tuned into the June 2004 primetime airing of President Reagan's burial and the 33 million viewers who watched Princess Diana's early morning funeral in September 2007, according to Nielsen Media Research data. CNN drew 5. (Multichannel News)
One more time now... Jul 11, 2009
In the all Michael, all the time, 24/7 that we ve seen over the last week, Kragen says, the words seem to float to him from every television set, every radio airing a tribute to the late Michael Jackson, who cowrote We are the World with Lionel Richie. Kragen, who lives in California, organized the January 1985 gathering of 45 artists - including Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Cyndi Lauper, and the late, self-anointed King of Pop - to record the song. (Boston Globe)
Jackson's hometown holds memorial for pop icon Jul 11, 2009
Fans mourned the singer and celebrated his life along with the thousands attending the U.S. event, where entertainers including Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie paid tribute to Jackson, who died June 25 ... Fans mourned the singer and celebrated his life along with the thousands attending the U.S. event, where entertainers including Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie paid tribute to Jackson, who died June 25. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Golden oldies infiltrate Triple J list Jul 11, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Bernard ZuelJuly 11, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
MJ's Indiana hometown bids him farewell Jul 11, 2009
The finale for the memorial was over 500 people holding candles and singing 'We Are The World', which Jackson co-wrote with Lionel Richie to raise funds to help famine-relief efforts in Ethiopia. A video in which Jackson had spoken about his love for his hometown was also played. (India Times)
Stars pay tribute Jul 11, 2009
They cried as Lionel Richie sang "Jesus Is Love.". And when Gordy called him "the greatest entertainer who ever lived," they rose for a standing ovation. (CNN)
Jackson doctor: I did not give him dangerous drugs Jul 9, 2009
Usher, John Mayer, Jennifer Hudson, Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey performed at the memorial, while Queen Latifah, and Brooke Shields spoke about their friend. Usher sobbed at the end of his rendition of Gone Too Soon, while Carey arpologized on her Twitter page Wednesday morning for her shaky performance of I'll Be There. (USA Today -- Life)
Who Sang 'We Are The World' At Michael Jackson Memorial? Jul 9, 2009
" Last year, after a long career of backing up other people, he released his first solo album Independent Film. Holley was joined by Ken Stacy, another Los Angeles-based session musician who has worked with Phil Collins and Elton John, among many others. His first solo album I Will Still Be Me, and he also contributed a track to Yes We Can: Voices of a Grassroots Movement, an album released in support of Barack Obama during his presidential campaign that also featured fellow Jackson tribute... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jackson Memorial Draws 31.1 Million Viewers Jul 9, 2009
The star-studded memorial, held in honor of Jackson who died June 25 of cardiac arrest and featuring emotionally-driven performances from Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, Usher, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Hudson, was the third most- watched funeral/burial event in recent television history, behind the 35 million viewers who tuned into the June 2004 primetime airing of President Ronald Reagan's burial and the 33 million viewers who watched Princess Diana's early morning funeral in September 2007,... (Multichannel News)
'The Greatest Entertainer' Jul 9, 2009
Sharpton joined John Mayer, Jennifer Hudson, Lionel Richie, Queen Latifah, Mariah Carey in celebrating the singer. Mayer, Hudson, Richie and Carey performed, while Latifah read a poem by Maya Angelou. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Michael Jackson's memorial service Jul 9, 2009
Some of the biggest names in pop music are taking part in the memorial service, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Jennifer Hudson and John Mayer. Civil rights leader Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King III, and basketball stars Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant are also expected to attend. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Jackson Fans Around World Tune In to Memorial Jul 8, 2009
Fans mourned and celebrated the singer's life like the thousands attending the U.S. event, where entertainers including Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie were paying tribute to the star, who died June 25. Also performing was 12-year-old Welsh schoolboy Shaheen Jafargholi, who wowed TV audiences earlier this year with the Jackson 5 song "Who's Loving You" on "Britain's Got Talent". (Fox News)
Jackson motorcade reaches LA memorial service site Jul 8, 2009
Among the celebrities expected to attend the memorial were Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III. ... Among the celebrities expected to attend the memorial were Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. (Florida Times-Union)
Private Jackson service precedes public memorial Jul 8, 2009
Among the celebrities expected to attend the memorial are Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. Police have blocked off roads and warned those without tickets to stay away because they would not be able to get near to the downtown venue. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Click to read:Jackson Family Says Private Goodbye Jul 8, 2009
Among the celebrities expected to attend the memorial are Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. The addition of the body adds to the spectacle currently gripping downtown Los Angeles. (CBS News)
Roundup: Celebs Bid Farewell to MJ Jul 8, 2009
Update 1:54 p.m. ET: Lionel Richie sang "Jesus is Love," a song performed by Richie's former group, The Commodores. Update 2:05 p.m. ET: Iconic Motown producer Berry Gordy, who guided the Jackson 5 to stardom, said that Jackson was "like a son" to him. (CBS News)
Daughters Simple Tribute Caps Celebration Of Jacksons Complex Life Jul 8, 2009
"I just wanted to say I love him so much, she said. All three of Jackson's children joined his siblings and celebrities on stage for the finale of the service, which had a spiritual tone punctuated by performances and remembrances. Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey and Lionel Richie were among those who paid tribute to Michael Jackson through song. Looking on from the front row were members of the Jackson family, including brother Jermaine, who took the stage and sang the standard "Smile" as he... (KWTX.com, TX)
Los Angeles braces for Michael Jacksons final act Jul 8, 2009
The family announced that participants will include Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. The legal maneuvering that marked Jackson s extraordinary and troubled life also continued Monday, with his mother losing a bid to control his enormous but tangled estate. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
MJ's mother loses control Jul 8, 2009
Organizers said music giants Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder would take part in the tribute the enormously influential Jackson, who sold 750 million albums throughout his career. Others due to attend include basketball legends Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson along with actress Brooke Shields, who dated Jackson in his heyday. (iAfrica.com)
Michael Jackson's last time in the spotlight Jul 8, 2009
But some hope that the conclusion of Jackson's memorial service will return the nation's conversation to its myriad problems - that is, after the 10 a.m. star-studded event starring Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Usher, Jennifer Hudson, Brooke Shields and Martin Luther King III is covered live by all the major network news anchors. A survey Wednesday from the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press found that 64 percent of the respondents said there was too much Jackson coverage. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Michael Jackson's last time in the spotlight Jul 8, 2009
But some hope that the conclusion of Jackson's memorial service will return the nation's conversation to its myriad problems - that is, after the 10 a.m. star-studded event starring Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Usher, Jennifer Hudson, Brooke Shields and Martin Luther King III is covered live by all the major network news anchors. A survey Wednesday from the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press found that 64 percent of the respondents said there was too much Jackson coverage. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Michael Jackson Memorial Coverage: Live Video, Blogs, Pictures and News Updates Jul 8, 2009
The program for the memorial service for Michael Jackson includes pictures of Jackson with a host of people, including Ronald Reagan, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Quincy Jones and Lionel Richie, and quotes some of Jackson's siblings. (An earlier version of this post misspelled Richie as Ritchie. (FOX61, CT)
Poignant service says goodbye to Jackson Jul 8, 2009
Lionel Richie sang gospel, Jesus Is Love. Berry Gordy remembered the prodigy of young Michael, drawing a standing ovation when he said the title King of Pop would no longer suffice: He is simply the greatest entertainer who ever lived. (MSNBC -- Race)
LA MEMORIAL TAKES SPIRITUAL TURN... Jul 8, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Michael Jackson's public memorial started out more spiritual than spectacular Tuesday, opening with a church choir singing as his golden casket was laid in front of the stage and a shaft of light evoking a cross as Lionel Richie gave a gospel-infused performance. Pastor Lucious W. Smith of the Friendship Baptist Church in Pasadena gave the invocation, followed by Mariah Carey singing the opening performance with a sweet rendition of the Jackson 5 ballad "I'll Be There," a duet... (The Drudge Report)
Memorial service pays farewell to Jackson Jul 8, 2009
It was the beginning of a series of musical performances, including songs by Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie and Stevie Wonder. Young stars like Usher, John Mayer and Oscar winner Jennifer Hundson also performed to pay their tribute. (Xinhuanet, China)
Jackson's Daughter Brings Service to TearsTribute ends with Jackson family singing "We Are the World." Jul 8, 2009
The final tribute of the ceremony, a rendition of "We Are The World," which Jackson co-wrote with Lionel Richie, brought all of the day's performer's together. The Jackson family, as well as Michael's three children, went on stage to sing. (ABC News)
Mariah, Latifah, Lionel Praise Michael Jackson Jul 8, 2009
Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Queen Latifah Among Stars Paying Tribute to Jackson. By LUCHINA FISHER and SHEILA MARIKARJuly 7, 2009. (ABC News)
Songs, Tears Fill Jackson Memorial Jul 8, 2009
Lionel Richie sang gospel, "Jesus Is Love." Berry Gordy remembered the prodigy of young Michael, drawing a standing ovation when he said the title King of Pop would no longer suffice: "He is simply the greatest entertainer who ever lived.". Emotions peaked when the Rev. Al Sharpton delivered a fiery eulogy highlighting all the barriers Jackson broke and the troubles he faced. (Click2Houston, TX)
Watching Michael Jackson's last show Jul 8, 2009
Lionel Richie looks either deeply in the moment or supremely bored, eyes rolling heavenward as we segue into Heal the World ... 2:00 p.m. After Lionel Richie sings about Jesus, Berry Gordy hits all the right notes delivering his memories of hearing the Jacksons for the first time. (Salon)
Michael Jackson: Timeline Jul 8, 2009
1985 Jackson and Lionel Richie write what becomes one of the fastest-selling singles ever with "We Are the World." The song was produced to raise money for victims of the Ethiopian famine. Jackson also pays $47. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Michael: Fare thee well Jul 8, 2009
Lionel Richie sang "Jesus is Love" in tears and many in the crowd in the Staples Centre sobbed as Jennifer Hudson rendered "Will you be there?" ... Among the celebrities at the memorial were Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer, Berry Gordy, Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King III.. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Emotional farewell to King of Pop Jul 8, 2009
Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder and Mariah Carey paid tribute before the family joined a sombre finale on stage. Jackson's siblings, children and parents took part in a chorus of We Are The World and Heal the World. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Jacksons casket to be taken to memorial; watch it live here Jul 8, 2009
Among the memorial participants will be Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. About 50 theaters across the country, from Los Angeles to Topeka, Kan. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Justin Timberlake, Jamie Foxx, Queen Latifah To Appear At Jackson Memorial Jul 8, 2009
List of Staples Center celebrity attendees grows, but performers have not been confirmed. " In Jackson's hometown of Gary, Indiana, Mayor Rudy Clay has announced that another Gary-born singer, Deniece Williams who sang "Let's Hear It for the Boy" from the soundtrack to the 1984 film "Footloose" would be among the performers at a Friday memorial service at the U.S. Steel Yard baseball stadium, according to the Gary A 500-member choir will also sing "We Are the World" at the service. This report... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michael Jackson Memorial Features Stirring Tributes From Usher, Mariah Carey, More Jul 8, 2009
Other people, all you people who came here to pay respect to someone you felt was one of you, a human being first," she said, her voice cracking. Latifah then read a new verse called from the great American poet Maya Angelou, whose words have stirred hearts at presidential inaugurations. "Without notice, our dear love can escape our doting embrace, sing our songs among the stars and walk our dances across the face of the moon," the poem said. The event opened with Motown legend Smokey Robinson... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Who Is Trey Lorenz, Mariah Carey's Singing Partner On 'I'll Be There'? Jul 8, 2009
Who Is Trey Lorenz, Mariah Carey's Singing Partner On 'I'll Be There. Who Is Trey Lorenz, Mariah Carey's Singing Partner On 'I'll Be There. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michael Jackson Memorial Expected To Draw Crowds Of Fans, Stars Jul 8, 2009
This will not be something that we all mourn,' organizer says of Tuesday's public service (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jackson Family Gathers At Cemetery Hours Before Memorial Jul 8, 2009
Jackson's body reportedly will be transported to Staples Center for memorial. by Gil Kaufman and Jayson Rodriguez. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Top Entertainment Stories Los Angeles prepares public memorial for Michael Jackson Jul 8, 2009
The family announced that participants will include Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III. Sunshine told ABC that Queen Latifah also will be performing. Los Angeles Police Chief William Bratton said Tuesday on CBS' "The Early Show" the department would have more officers on the streets of downtown for the memorial service than it had for last month's Lakers victory parade. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Lionel Richie joined by Commodores Jul 8, 2009
AP Lionel Richie performs Sunday during the Essence Music Festival at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans ... NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Lionel Richie got a little help from his former bandmates to close out the weekend's Essence Music Festival: Members of The Commodores joined him on stage to sing several of their hits, including "Brick House" and "Just to be Close to You.". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Michael Jackson's public memorial begins in LA Jul 8, 2009
Among the celebrities expected to attend the memorial were Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. Outside the Staples Center, Claudia Hernandez, 29, said she loved Jackson's music as a girl growing up in Mexico. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Family, friends, fans were there to love, comfort, be comforted Jul 8, 2009
Smokey Robinson (reading letter from Diana Ross)Andrae Crouch Choir, We Are Going to See the KingPastor Lucious Smith (family friend) Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz, I'll Be ThereQueen Latifah Lionel Richie, Jesus Is Love Berry Gordy, founder, Motown Records Stevie Wonder, Never Dreamed You'd Leave in Summer Kobe Bryant and Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jennifer Hudson, Will You Be There Rev. Al SharptonJohn Mayer, Human NatureBrooke ShieldsJermaine Jackson, SmileBernice King and Martin Luther King... (USA Today -- Life)
Lionel Richie Reunites with The Commodores Jul 7, 2009
Lionel Richie performs during the Essence Music Festival at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, July 5, 2009 ... Lionel Richie performed his classic hit, "All Night Long," as the kick-off to "The Early Show" summer concert series ... Singer Lionel Richie performed his classic hit "Easy" on the U.S.S. Intrepid in the Hudson River in New York City. (CBS News -- Early Show)
OCEANSIDE: Local Michael Jackson fan nabs tickets to memorial service Jul 7, 2009
Those folks will join a crowd of celebrity mourners set to include Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey, Justin Timberlake, Lionel Richie, Brooke Shields, Usher and John Mayer. Corona said she was thrilled to discover she had nabbed a seat, but briefly panicked because she didn't see the e-mail until late Sunday night ---- three minutes before the deadline to secure the tickets would expire. (North County Times)
Beyonce, Ne-Yo Honor Michael Jackson At Essence Festival Jul 7, 2009
Beyonce shows video of herself at 5 imitating MJ.. " Tour to the New Orleans Superdome. After tearing through hits including "Single Ladies," "Ego" and "Crazy in Love," B then went into her own MJ tribute. After a video of a 5-year-old Beyonc? doing her best Michael Jackson impression, B told the hushed audience that at that moment, "That's when I decided who I wanted to be," and that MJ was responsible for the inspiration. Beyonc? then went on to sing "Halo," dedicating new lyrics to Jackson.... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Jacksons 'plan private ceremony' Jul 7, 2009
On Monday the family announced a preliminary list of those taking part in the service, who include Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and the Britain's Got Talent finalist Shaheen Jafargholi ... The full preliminary list of those taking part in the memorial service comprises: Ron Boyd, family friend; Kobe Bryant; Mariah Carey; the Andrae Crouch Choir; Berry Gordy; Jennifer Hudson; Shaheen Jafargholi, finalist on Britain's Got Talent; Magic Johnson; Martin Luther King... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
2009 ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL(R) Presented by Coca-Cola(R) Sets New Record With More Than 428,000 Attendees on Hand for the Annual Cultural Celebration of Music, Arts & Empowerment July 3, 4 and 5 in New Orleans Jul 7, 2009
This year, the ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL raised the bar with ground-breaking performances from Beyonce, Maxwell, Anita Baker, Lionel Richie and more than 30 acts, along with a momentous tribute to Maze featuring Frankie Beverly ... In its 15-year history, the ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL has featured an array of performers including Alicia Keys, Anita Baker, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Chris Brown, Destiny's Child, Earth, Wind & Fire, Gladys Knight, LL Cool J, Jamie Foxx, John Legend, Kanye West, The... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Carmike Cinemas to Bring Michael Jackson Memorial Service Live to Theatergoers in 28 Markets Jul 7, 2009
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Click to read:Jackson Memorial Guests Named; L.A. Braces Jul 7, 2009
The family announced the participants will include Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. The legal maneuvering that marked Jackson's extraordinary and troubled life also continued on Monday, with his. (CBS News)
Valley Jackson fans beat odds, get tickets Jul 7, 2009
Celebrities Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III are scheduled to appear. Many major networks are expected to televise the memorial live. (Fresno Bee)
Fans bid farewell to Jackson Jul 7, 2009
"I just don't believe that Michael would want me to share my grief with millions of others. How I feel is between us. Not a public event. "And I cannot guarantee that I would be coherent to say a word. " Officials have warned fans without tickets to stay away from the Staples Centre and believe as many as 700,000 people may try to reach the arena. City councillor Jan Perry said she would "love it" if the Jacksons helped with some of the city's expected costs but that officials had not had a... (ITV news, UK -- News)
Los Angeles Prepares for Michael Jackson Memorial Jul 7, 2009
Jennifer Hudson, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Usher, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder have all been announced as performers who will help bid Jackson farewell at L.A.'s Staples Center in a ceremony that will be broadcast live on all major networks and many cable channels as well as streamed live on websites from Myspace to MTV.com. Brooke Shields, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, Martin Luther King III and the Rev. Al Sharpton are also expected to take part. (Time.com)
Mother loses control of estate... Jul 7, 2009
Representatives for Jackson's family released a list of participants Monday that includes Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Kobe Bryant, Brooke Shields, Motown founder Berry Gordy, Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Usher, Jennifer Hudson and Martin Luther King III and his sister Bernice. One person who won't be at the memorial is Debbie Rowe, Jackson's ex-wife and the mother of Jackson's two oldest children. (The Drudge Report)
Georgia connections Jul 7, 2009
Representatives for Jackson s family released a list of participants that includes Motown founder Berry Gordy, Lionel Richie, John Mayer and Jennifer Hudson and Atlanta pop star Usher. Longtime friends of Jackson, Martin Luther King III and his sister Bernice King, are on the guest list. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
