Latest articles on Michael Jackson

The Cameroonian rhythm that set the world on fire

Africa Refiloe Seiboko - 1 Jul 2020

How Manu Dibango’s hit became the most sampled African song in history

I just can’t stop lovin’ you

Article Bongani Madondo - 18 Apr 2019

Michael Jackson’s fans worshipped him even after his death — until Leaving Neverland. Bongani Madondo writes about dealing with a fallen god

Doccies don’t lie. Or do they?

Article Staff Reporter - 8 Mar 2019

In Leaving Neverland two men make allegations refuted by the family of a dead man unable to defend himself

US prosecution builds ‘serial predator’ case against Cosby

Article Staff Reporter - 11 Apr 2018

The now frail 80-year-old could spend the rest of his life behind bars if convicted at his retrial for drugging and molesting Andrea Constand.

Posthumous Michael Jackson album due in May

Article Staff Reporter - 1 Apr 2014

A new Michael Jackson album has been named "XSCAPE" and will be released five years after the star's death, says a record label.

Quincy Jones sues Michael Jackson estate over royalties

Article Staff Reporter - 26 Oct 2013

Music producer Quincy Jones is suing for millions of dollars in royalties he says were generated from some of Michael Jackson's biggest hits.

Tax disputes plague Michael Jackson estate

Article Patrick Temple West - 21 Aug 2013

The estate of music legend Michael Jackson has been fighting the US Internal Revenue Service over taxes and penalties levied on the star's assets.

Doctors ‘competed’ to treat Michael Jackson, claims ex-wife

Article Sapa Afp - 15 Aug 2013

Various doctors were "competing" to treat Michael Jackson, each offering even-stronger painkillers before his death, claims the star's ex-wife.

Michael Jackson’s teen daughter Paris attempts suicide

Article Reuters - 5 Jun 2013

Paris Jackson, the 15-year-old daughter of the late Michael Jackson, has been rushed to a Los Angeles hospital after an apparent suicide attempt.

Paramedic: Michael Jackson looked emaciated when he died

Article Sapa Afp - 1 May 2013

The first paramedic on scene at Michael Jackson's home the day he died said the singer looked emaciated, like someone at the end of a chronic illness.

Jury in Michael Jackson trial hears promoter ignored ‘red flags’

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Apr 2013

Attorneys for Katherine Jackson have outlined the case in opening statements accusing concert promoter AEG of contributing to the singer's death.

Michael Jackson’s doctor Conrad Murray files appeal

Article Sapa Afp - 23 Apr 2013

Michael Jackson's jailed former doctor has filed an appeal against his conviction for involuntary manslaughter over the star's 2009 death.

Michael Jackson’s family seeking billions in wrongful death lawsuit

Article Sapa Ap - 2 Apr 2013

Michael Jackson's family is suing concert promoter, Anschutz Entertainment Group for his death in 2009.

Promoters voiced Jackson doubts before death

Article Sapa Ap - 4 Sep 2012

The promoters of Michael Jackson's ill-fated 2009 comeback concert series feared he was unstable, with one describing him as a "mess".

Nephew appointed co-guardian of Michael Jackson’s children

Article Staff Reporter - 23 Aug 2012

A judge has appointed Michael Jackson's nephew to share guardianship of the singer's children, despite a last-minute challenge by other relatives.

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