BREAKING NEWS: Judge Approves Michael Jackson AEG Deal
Posted on Aug 21, 2009 @ 11:45PM - 6 comments
Over the continuing objections of Katherine Jackson, Judge Mitchell Beckloff on Friday approved a contract between the Estate of Michael Jackson and AEG for a memorabilia tour.
"This agreement is in best interest of the estate," Beckloff said. "Mr. Branca is a compelling witness. The petition is approved."
John Branca, along with John McClain, are the Special Administrators of the Estate and were longtime friends and business associates of Michael's. Both they and the court-appointed attorney who oversees the interests of Michael's kids, were in strong favor of the deal.
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Jackson Signed AEG Contract Stating He Had "No Known Health Problems"
Posted on Aug 19, 2009 @ 08:06PM - 20 comments
Michael Jackson's contract with AEG for his "This Is It" tour was filed with the Los Angeles County Superior Court as part of the ongoing probate matter, and RadarOnline.com has obtained a copy of the blockbuster document.
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The contract clearly states "Artistco (a company owned by Michael Jackson), hereby represents and warrants that Artist does not possess any known health conditions, injuries or ailments that would reasonably
be expected to interfere with Artist's first class performance at each of the Shows during the term."
Michael personally signed the contract with great flourish.
"Michael Jackson passed a physical that was coordinated by AEG, and he formally signed the contract stating that he had no health problems that would prohibit him from honoring his agreement with AEG," a source close to the situation told RadarOnline.com exclusively.
Jackson signed the contract on behalf of his company, The Michael Jackson Company LLC and as the artist, Michael Jackson. AEG Live CEO Brandon Phillips also signed the contract.
The pop star died June 25th of cardiac arrest. His personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray is being investigated on possible manslaughter charges but as RadarOnline.com exclusively reported, there are "major problems" with the case delaying it from being turned over to the D.A.
Jackson Movie A Go, Kids Getting Financial Guardian
Posted on Aug 10, 2009 @ 05:07PM - 1 comment
Looks like Hollywood prevailed in Michael Jackson proceedings today.
Not only has a major film studio been granted rights to air footage from the singer's final days, his children will be granted a guardian to represent their rights in such lucrative transactions.
Columbia Pictures has effectively won the coveted rehearsal footage from AEG Live, the concert promoter who had the wherewithal to document Jackson's preparation for what would have been a 50 concert stint at London's 02 Arena.
An October 30 release date was been set for This Is It, that will showcase the footage and likely other content centered on the pop king's demise.
His legacy, children Prince, Paris and Blanket, will also be well represented in other projects to come down the pipeline--Judge Mitchell Beckloff will appoint a Guardian Ad Litem, an agent that looks out for minor children in business transactions.
Their current legal guardian, Michael's mother Katherine, is said to support the Columbia deal.
Jackson’s Memorial Cost Debt Ridden L.A. $1.4 Million!
Posted on Jul 09, 2009 @ 09:49AM - 1 comment
The official tab for putting on Michael Jackson’s Memorial Service for debt ridden Los Angeles City was $1.4 million, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Matt Szabo – a spokesman for Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa revealed the exact amount via a Twitter post Thursday.
Previous reports predicted that the bill could be as high as $3.8 million according to City Councilman Dennis Zine who wanted promoters AEG and the Jackson family to foot the bill for ‘The King Of Pop’s’ memorial.
BREAKING NEWS: Jackson Rehearsal Video Released
Posted on Jul 02, 2009 @ 09:20PM - 3 comments
Concert promoter AEG has released footage of the late Michael Jackson rehearsing for what was to be a massive 50-show residency at London's 02 Arena.
The video shows Jackson rehearsing with a live band and dancers, going through the motions of big number that covered most of their rehearsal stage, with lights, fog and wind-machines.
While Jackson seems a bit breathy, his coordination and timing were on.
Check out the full clip above.
Report: Michael Jackson’s Final Rehearsal May Be Released As CD or DVD
Posted on Jun 28, 2009 @ 09:29AM - 1 comment
Michael Jackson’s final rehearsal was recorded in high-definition video and multi-track audio and could be released as the entertainer’s last album and/or as a DVD, according to an exclusive report by The Wrap.
