Michael Jackson: Last News

Each year, The Recording Academy is tasked with voting for what its members believe are the best albums and songs to win Grammy Awards. Sometimes they get it right (like when Michael Jackson’s Thriller won eight trophies in 1984 and Adele’s 21 scored seven in 2012), but other times they leave viewers at home utterly befuddled.

Paris Jackson turned heads in a bronze satin slip dress as she led the stars at the Los Angeles premiere of the Netflix documentary Pamela: A Love Story on Monday.The musician - who was seen hanging out with Paris Hilton last month - showed off her incredible figure and tattooed arms in the flattering gown that featured a saucy slit on the side.The 24-year-old daughter of the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, wore her blonde tresses in a voluminous updo, with long bangs framing her face. Blonde bombshell! Paris Jackson, 24, was ever the blonde bombshell at the glitzy Los Angeles premiere of the Netflix documentary Pamela: A Love Story on Monday She paired the outfit with matching platform heels and accented her mesmerizing blue eyes with dark-winged eyeliner.Paris accessorized the pink carpet ensemble with coordinated gold bracelets, a necklace, and dangling earrings.

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Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson is set to play the King of Pop in an upcoming biopic called Michael, according to Deadline.Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson, brother of Michael and a member of The Jackson 5.The 26-year-old has been singing and dancing since the age of 12, following the footsteps of his famous family.Michael died in 2009 at age 50, due to a cocktail of sedatives leading to a cardiac arrest. The biopic, which will be directed by Antoine Fuqua for Lionsgate, will be produced by GK Films and also John Branca and John McClain, who are co-executors of Michael Jackson's estate. Jaafar shared his gratitude at getting the role via his Twitter account, along with a black and white photo of himself dressed like his famous late uncle.  Keeping it in the family: Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson is set to play the King of Pop in an upcoming biopic, according to Deadline  Iconic: Jaafar shared his gratitude at getting the role via his Twitter account, along with a black and white photo of himself dressed like his famous late uncleJaafar wrote: 'I'm humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael's story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I'll see you soon.'In the image, Jaafar was wearing an iconic Michael look- striped pants with a white T-shirt and jacket, hat, and shoes in his signature pose.  Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza.Earlier this month, Antoine was announced as director to Lionsgate's upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, which has been approved by the deceased pop star's estate.

EXCLUSIVE: Michael Jackson will be played by the late icon’s 26-year old nephew Jaafar Jackson in the Antoine Fuqua-directed film biopic for Lionsgate. Fuqua just posted a confirmation on Instagram. The singer and songwriter is the son of Jermaine Jackson, who is the brother of Michael and member of The Jackson 5. Jaafar has been singing and dancing since age 12, and has showcased himself singing tunes from Sam Cooke to Marvin Gaye, along with originals.

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Eddie Murphy looked back on meeting a painfully shy Michael Jackson at the home of Rat Pack icon Sammy Davis Jr.The 61-year-old comic and movie star was dashing as ever Wednesday when he swung by Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a sleek all-black ensemble.During his talk-show appearance, he recalled that Michael was once so nervous around the other celebrity guests at Sammy's house that he shrank behind a door. Collaborators: Eddie Murphy looked back on meeting a painfully shy Michael Jackson in the 1980s; the pair are pictured in their 1993 Whatzupwitu music video Looking back: Michael then beckoned Eddie to join him in his hiding spot, where the befuddled comedian asked: 'What the f***, yo?'Back in the 1980s, Sammy would apparently throw movie nights at home on Tuesdays, including one where he exhibited the classic 1985 comedy Cocoon.Eddie, having become a superstar on Saturday Night Live, was among the glittering array of boldface names invited to the soirees.

and Travis Barker's standards, Barker's latest profession of love for his wife is fairly tame. On Sunday, January 22, Barker posted an Instagram slideshow which featured a close look at his latest of many, many tattoos. This one, which appears to be  Kardashian's eyes, is located on his upper thigh.

Paris Jackson had a brief scare on Thursday as her beloved pitbull mix Koa Bear got away from her.The 24-year-old model emerged from her Los Angeles home looking distressed as she walked through her neighborhood with a burgundy leash in her hand.The daughter of late icon Michael Jackson recovered the animal a short while later and was seen zooming off in a Porsche with it in her lap.  Stressed: Paris Jackson had a brief scare on Thursday as her beloved pitbull mix Koa Bear got away from herParis, one of three of the legendary pop star's children, pulled her brown hair into an imperfect ponytail.She went without makeup, showing her flushed cheeks as she displayed a solemn expression on her face. She wore multiple eclectic earrings in her ears as she stepped out in a beige and gray vertically striped poncho.The star, who also makes music, wore brown leggings with a pair of light brown boots with fur lining.  Searching: The 24-year-old model emerged from her Los Angeles home looking distressed as she walked through her neighborhood with a burgundy leash in her handShe walked with her phone in her hand until she was able to reunite with her dog, which has a black coat.Paris looked relieved and relaxed as she settled into music engineer Justin Long's silver convertible with her dog.Koa had a leash around her neck as they both gazed peacefully out the car's window and they drove off.

Antoine Fuqua has been tapped to direct Lionsgate's upcoming  Michael Jackson biopic, which has been approved by the deceased pop star's estate.The 56-year-old filmmaker, best known for directing The Equalizer film franchise and Training Day, will be working alongside Oscar-winning producer Graham King on the film, titled Michael.'The first films of my career were music videos, and I still feel that combining film and music are a deep part of who I am,' the director said in a statement.  Thrilling news: Antoine Fuqua has been tapped to direct Lionsgate's upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, which has been approved by the deceased pop star's estate; seen in 2019He continued: 'For me, there is no artist with the power, the charisma, and the sheer musical genius of Michael Jackson. I was influenced to make music videos by watching his work – the first Black artist to play in heavy rotation on MTV.'  'His music and those images are part of my worldview, and the chance to tell his story on the screen alongside his music was irresistible,' Fuqua raved.Last February, Deadline reported Lionsgate had picked up distribution rights for the film, which was written by Gladiator writer John Logan.

EXCLUSIVE: Antoine Fuqua is set to direct Michael, a Lionsgate drama with script by telling the complex life story of the iconic singer Michael Jackson. A script is in by John Logan, and the film will be produced by Graham King, who turned the Freddie Mercury Queen story into the blockbuster Best Picture nominated Bohemian Rhapsody. GK Films will produce alongside co-executors of Jackson’s estate, John Branca and John McClain.

Bruce Gowers, a prolific and groundbreaking director of music videos whose work included the groundbreaking, much-imitated 1975 video for Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” died Sunday in Santa Monica of an acute respiratory infection. He was 82.

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An emotional message. La Toya Jackson honored Lisa Marie Presley following Elvis Presley‘s daughter’s shocking passing at age 54 on Thursday, January 12.

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