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Confirmed: Michael Jackson Dead At Age 50...

Confirmed: Michael Jackson Dead At Age 50

Category: Celebrity Death
Posted 5 months ago by Queenoftab
Credit: http://cbs2.com/entertainment/michael.jackson.hospit
King of Pop Michael Jackson died Thursday at a Los Angeles hospital where he was rushed around 1 p.m. PT by paramedics.

Jackson, 50, suffered cardiac arrest.

Capt. Steve Ruda told the Los Angeles Times earlier Thursday that paramedics responded to a call at Jackson`s home around 12:26 p.m. Ruda said Jackson was not breathing when they arrived.

A law enforcement source told the LA Times that Jackson was declared dead Thursday afternoon after arriving in a deep coma at the hospital.

Jackson had announced months ago that he would be doing a comeback tour, but his representatives announced in May that the the star would postpone several of his London shows scheduled for this summer.

Jackson, who has sold more than 750 million albums and won 13 Grammys, hasn`t undertaken a a major tour since 1997 or released an album of new material since 2001.

The 50-year-old singer has been seen in public infrequently since he was acquitted of child molestation in California in 2005. He has struggled to pay his debts, and was forced last year to give up the deed to Neverland, his 2,500-acre ranch and miniature amusement park in California.

On May 20, Jackson`s representatives announced several postponments to his London comeback shows scheduled for this summer. The opening night at the 02 Arena had been set for July 8 but was be moved back to July 13, promoters said. In addition, other shows scheduled for July were moved to 2010.

The delays fueled speculation that Jackson was suffering from health ailments.

Also in May, his publicist and general manager filed a $44 million lawsuit against the pop star claiming he has not paid her for deals she`s made. Raymone Bain of Washington had been Jackson`s spokeswoman for more than five years, speaking on his behalf in all sorts of matters including his child molestation trial. Three years ago, Jackson expanded her role by appointing her the head of the Michael Jackson Co. Inc. and his personal general manager.

In November 2008, Jackson was reportedly too sick to travel to London to testify in a suit claiming he owes an Arab sheikh $7 million. Jackon sought to give his testimony by video link from the United States.

Jackson has often been seen wearing a surgical mask in public. In one infamous 2002 court appearance in California, he appeared to have a bandage hanging from his hollowed-out nose.

Despite much speculation about his radically changed appearance over the years, he has denied having had any alterations to his face other than two operations on his nose to help him breathe better to hit higher notes.

Jackson, a twice-divorced father of three, said during his 50th birthday celebration last year that he aims to provide a a normal life for his children.

"I am letting them enjoy their childhood as much as possible. ... I let them go to the arcade and go to the movies and do things. I think that comes naturally. I want them to get to do things I didn`t get to do," he said.

"I get pretty emotional when I see them having a wonderful time," he said.

As for his career, Jackson said he`s "looking forward to doing a lot of great things. ... I think the best is yet to come in my true humble opinion."

He said recording the blockbuster albums "Thriller" and "Off the Wall" were the happiest times of his life.

"That meant very much to me and seemed to be received so beautifully by the public and the world. You know, I enjoyed it very much," he said.

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posted by esther
MJ was simply great and, i will miss him greatly. when it came to entertainment, he gave us the REAL THING. LUV FOREVER.......
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by tiffany45
Michael Jackson was a great artist, an Icon.I understand the sadness that his family and those close to him are feeling.What I don`t understand is people actually shedding tears over someone they don`t even know.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by Symia B
Michael was a loving father and great artist. There is no wonder why 3 generations of my family loved him.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by Zanconcretepole
He is gone but will always remembered for all he did to entertain and make millions people happy. May he rest in peace.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by jo murphy
my daughter grew up listenig to thriller she was mj crazy she is now married and her children love michel may u rest in peace may god be with your kids
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by jamila scott
i love you so much Michael ,king of pop and I`l always remember you I cried when I heard such bad news I love you so much.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by Sierra50
I will totally remember him.even though he`s gone,himself,soul and out life will always be talked about and remember.he`s the king of pop and nobody will ever top him ever R.I.P Micheal Jackson and to the family, we love you.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by ace4940
Michael, may God keep u under his wing let u be the child he would have like u 2 b
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by tefara
Love you, and miss you.
posted 5 months ago

 
 
posted by lolo.98
god bless u i love u(L)
posted 5 months ago


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