Archive for June 25th, 2009

R.I.P. King Of Pop: A Fan Remembers Michael Jackson

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The first person I ever had a crush on was Michael Jackson. I was three years old, Thriller had just come out, and I lugged around a tiny notepad with MJ’s face on it wherever I went. This was back in 1982 during his brief hunky period, when his jheri curls caressed his not-too-bony cheeks, and his nose was, ya know, still there. Every P.Y.T. in the world wanted to moonwalk next to Michael in a graveyard, decked out in a single sequined glove and penny loafers.

Michael was a huge star before Thriller dropped. The Jackson 5, comprised of Michael and his brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon, were a super-group in their own right, with hit singles like “ABC,” “I’ll Be There,” and “I Want You Back.” Later on, he won over hordes of fans with his work in The Wiz and 1979′s Off The Wall, which produced such college dance party classics as “Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough” and “Rock With You.”

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VH1 Classic Wants To Air Your MJ Thoughts And Memories

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Perhaps no other artist is tied as closely to our personal memories as Michael Jackson (1959-2009). Most of us remember the first time we tried to do the moonwalk or the robot. We learned how to dance to The Jackson 5. We grew up falling in love to “Rock With You.” “Thriller” was the first music video that blew our minds. For better or worse, we as a nation grew obsessed with celebrity gossip because of the King of Pop’s personal life. And now, every single one of us will remember where and when we learned of Michael Jackson’s death.

Leave your thoughts and condolences or give us your favorite Michael Jackson-related memories — they may be aired on VH1 Classic. Please leave your first name and write your hometown in the comments section.

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Michael Jackson Dead At 50

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Michael Jackson, 50, has died, apparently of cardiac arrest. He was driven by ambulance from his home to a Los Angeles hospital this afternoon, after a 911 call was placed on his behalf at 3:21 PM EST.

Earlier in the day his father Joe Jackson said, “he is not doing well.” TMZ has a photo of the star arriving at the hospital, they’re reporting that paramedics administered CPR in the ambulance.

Update - 5:51 PM EST: TMZ is reporting that Michael Jackson has died. Their site reports that, “paramedics arrived Jackson had no pulse and they never got a pulse back.”

Update - 6:30 PM EST:TMZ reports that one of the staff members at Michael’s home called 911 and once at the hospital, staff tried to resuscitate him but he was unresponsive. Michael’s sister LaToya reportedly ran into the hospital sobbing after he was pronounced dead.

Update - 7:42 PM EST: Apparently chaos ensued after Jackson was brought to the hospital. A source tells TMZ that there was “absolute chaos, ” and people were allegedly screaming, “You’ve got to save him! You’ve got to save him!”

Update – 7:45 PM EST: Quincy Jones responds to the news: “He was the consummate entertainer and his contributions and legacy will be felt upon the world forever. I’ve lost my little brother today, and part of my soul has gone with him.”

Update – 9:02 PM EST: Larry King on CNN is reporting that a doctor visited Michael Jackson at his home last night.

Update – 9:04 PM EST: Jackson’s former publicist, Michael Levine, has released the following statement: “As someone who served as Michael Jackson’s publicist during the 1st child molestation incident, I must confess I am not surprised by today’s tragic news. Michael has been on an impossibly difficult and often self-destructive journey for years. His talent was unquestionable but so too was his discomfort with the norms of the world. A human simply can not withstand this level of prolonged stress.”

Update – 9:15 PM EST: There are rumors circling the web that Jackson allegedly died of a drug overdose. Again, it’s just a rumor.

Check back here for updates as more information is released. [TMZ. Photo: GettyImages]

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Remembering Michael Jackson In Photos

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From his humble beginnings in Gary, Indiana, Michael Jackson rose to be the “King of Pop.” Check out our massive photo gallery of the late Michael Jackson‘s life.

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Celebrities React To Michael Jackson’s Death

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After the tragic news that Michael Jackson died today, celebrities took to their Twitter to express their shock at his sudden death.

Pete Wentz: I have never felt this before in my life. I could measure my childhood 2 now on an mj growth chart. if this is true. Rip. The last legend.

Kim Kardashian: Wow I am truly in shock that Michael Jackson has passed away! I love u Jackson family, my prayers are with the whole family!

Ashton Kutcher: Pray for his kids.

Joel Madden: Stop the gossip, stop the speculation. Take a moment for Micheal and remember his gift to us all. He was truly great. May he Rest in Peace.

Soleil Moon Frye: I shared a few amazing moments with Michael as a kid+they left memories I will never forget. You were bigger than life RIP Michael Jackson.

Lindsay Lohan: r.i.p. Michael Jackson *my love and prayers go out to the Jackson family.. “you are not alone” -mj

Samantha Ronson: His music is just as relevant now as it was the day they pressed record, I’m sure it will remain so for generations to come.R.I.P.Mr Jackson

Peter Facinelli: Its a sad day. RIP Farrah and Michael.

Lo Bosworth: MJ is moonwalking in the sky. RIP.

Heidi Montag: God rest his soul he will live on forever!

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Celebrities React To Michael Jackson’s Death

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Following the tragic news of Michael Jackson‘s sudden death today, celebrities took to Twitter and reacted with shock to the passing of the “King of Pop.”

Lindsay Lohan: NO OMG … sending my love and prayers out to Michael and his family … i feel sick..

Marlon Wayans: My prayers, my love, my heart goes out to michael jackson and the entire jackson family. I pray so hard for them. I’m crushed! Please pray.

Pete Wentz: Prayers and thoughts with michael jackson … I haven’t hope in so long that news isn’t true.

Kim Kardashian: Wow I am truly in shock that Michael Jackson has passed away! I love u Jackson family, my prayers are with the whole family!

Ashton Kutcher: Pray for his kids. [Photo: Getty Images]

Michael Jackson (1958-2009): A Timeline Of His Personal Life And Career

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With the passing of Michael Jackson, we lose one of the most beloved pop culture stars in history. Take a look back at some of the King Of Pop’s most memorable moments in music, fashion, and in his controversial personal life. [Photo: Getty Images]

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Denise Richards Relaxes In Maui

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Denise Richards is currently chillaxing in Maui, hanging with her Dad and kids at the beach. The mom of two looks pretty bangin’ in her bikini, now all she needs is a fine young boy toy to compliment her already-killer looks. Anyone wanna pay matchmaker? [Photo: Splash News Online]

Kelly Cutrone Will Sue You, Intern

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If there’s one thing we’ve learned after watching The Hills for all these years, it’s that you never cross Kelly Cutrone. She may be a bit player on the show, but what she lacks in airtime she more than makes up for in scary intimidation and fire-breathing. So obviously, we love her. But really, even though we’ll probably never cross paths with her, we know that she’s not someone to be trifled with, but some poor intern of hers didn’t get that memo.

Cutrone spoke to New York magazine this week and told a story about how one of her summer interns at People’s Revolution actually wrote about Cutrone in her blog. Cutrone separated the facts from fiction though, stating “The only true part [of the blog] is that I fell down in my patent-leather Prada boots in L.A. The other things weren’t true, like that they had to hide food from me in the office.” Oh, intern. What were you thinking? Surely you had to know this was a bad idea.

Try as we might, we searched for the blog but didn’t find it. This probably has to do with what Cutrone said to the poor kid upon her firing. “I told her I’m going to sue the fuck out of your family if you don’t take it down immediately and your college tuition is going to seem like a pittance after you face my wrath,” she said. And you thought Stephanie Pratt had it rough when she got fired. Source: New York; Photo: Getty Images]

Lou Diamond Phillips Wins I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!

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With all the antics that Speidi were up to, everyone almost forgot that there would eventually be a winner of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! Actor Lou Diamond Philips was named the winner of the reality show, defeating John Salley and Torrie Wilson.

Lou chose the charity Art Has Heart Foundation, which awards scholarships to lower income high school students, to receive a portion of his winnings.

Congrats! [Source: Entertainment Weekly; Photo: Getty Images]