<p>Kim Kardashian West and her rapper husband Kanye West gifted their&nbsp;daughter North a special gift for Christmas. They got her late pop star Michael Jackson's actual jacket.</p>

<p>Sharing videos of the jacket and speaking to her fans of the authenticity of the jacket, Kim gave her followers a look into the jacket. She even shared the label and what the jacket looks like from the inside.</p>

<p>In the Instagram video, Kim mentioned that she and husband Kanye bought North, the exact velvet jacket Michael Jackson wore while out with Elizabeth Taylor once. She shared images from the event when MJ was spotted in the jacket.</p>

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<p>If you see the pictures and the videos, the velvet jacket is a class apart with glittering diamonds sewed on the jacket.</p>

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<p>The reality TV star revealed that she and husband won the jacket in an auction. She said,&nbsp;"North is a really big Michael Jackson fan," and so they decided to surprise her with the jacket.</p>

<p>In one of the videos, she can be heard saying, "We knew she would love this."</p>

<p>Kim also revealed in one of the videos that she had&nbsp;the sleeves of the jacket taken up so that North can wear it.</p>


Kim Kardashian West and her rapper husband Kanye West gifted their daughter North a special gift for Christmas. They got her late pop star Michael Jackson's actual jacket.

Kim Kardashian West and her rapper husband Kanye West gifted their daughter North a special gift for Christmas. They got her late pop star Michael Jackson's actual jacket. Sharing videos of the jacket and speaking to her fans of the authenticity of the jacket, Kim gave her followers a look into the jacket. She even shared the label and what the jacket looks like from the inside. In the Instagram video, Kim mentioned that she and husband Kanye bought North, the exact velvet jacket Michael Jackson wore while out with Elizabeth Taylor once. She shared images from the event when MJ was spotted in the jacket. If you see the pictures and the videos, the velvet jacket is a class apart with glittering diamonds sewed on the jacket. The reality TV star revealed that she and husband won the jacket in an auction. She said, "North is a really big Michael Jackson fan," and so they decided to surprise her with the jacket. In one of the videos, she can be heard saying, "We knew she would love this." Kim also revealed in one of the videos that she had the sleeves of the jacket taken up so that North can wear it.

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West gift daughter Michael Jackson's jacket for Christmas

<p>Two men featured in a 2019 documentary alleging sexual abuse by Michael Jackson were given the go-ahead on Friday to pursue claims against two of the late singer's companies.<br />
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A California appeals court ruled that Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who appeared in '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">Leaving Neverland'</a>,&nbsp;could pursue their claims because of a change in California law.<br />
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Robson and Safechuck say they were befriended by Jackson and were abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s.<br />
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Jackson died in 2009, but the singer's family has <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-family-defends-late-singer-over-sexual-abuse-claims-calls-film-public-lynching-193567">denied the claims</a> and described 'Leaving Neverland'&nbsp;as a public lynching.&nbsp;Jackson was acquitted at a 2005 trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old, boy.<br />
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A lower court had dismissed lawsuits brought by the two, now adult, men because California's statute of limitations had required that claims of childhood sexual assault be filed before an accuser's 26th birthday. The revised law, which came into effect on Jan. 1, extends the period until an accuser's 40th birthday.<br />
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"We are pleased that the Court&nbsp;has&nbsp;recognized the strong protections California&nbsp;has put into&nbsp;place for sexual abuse victims&nbsp;under&nbsp;the state's new law extending the statute of limitations," Vince Finaldi, the lawyer for the two men, said in a statement after the ruling by the Second Appellate District in the California Court of Appeals.<br />
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"We look forward to sharing the&nbsp;facts of the terrible abuse&nbsp;of James Safechuck and Wade Robson with a jury," Finaldi added.<br />
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An attorney for Jackson's estate said he was confident that both lawsuits, against MJJ Productions and MJJ Ventures, would be dismissed.<br />
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"The Court of Appeal's ruling merely revived lawsuits against Michael Jackson's companies, which absurdly claim that Michael's employees are somehow responsible for sexual abuse that never happened," attorney Howard Weitzman said in a statement.<br />
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The appeal court said it was not ruling on the truth of the allegations by Robson and Safechuck but said they involved accusations of "a disturbing years-long pattern of child sexual abuse by international superstar Michael Jackson."</p>


Two men featured in a 2019 documentary alleging sexual abuse by Michael Jackson were given the go-ahead on Friday to pursue claims against two of the late singer's companies.

Two men featured in a 2019 documentary alleging sexual abuse by Michael Jackson were given the go-ahead on Friday to pursue claims against two of the late singer's companies. A California appeals court ruled that Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who appeared in 'Leaving Neverland', could pursue their claims because of a change in California law. Robson and Safechuck say they were befriended by Jackson and were abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s. Jackson died in 2009, but the singer's family has denied the claims and described 'Leaving Neverland' as a public lynching. Jackson was acquitted at a 2005 trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old, boy. A lower court had dismissed lawsuits brought by the two, now adult, men because California's statute of limitations had required that claims of childhood sexual assault be filed before an accuser's 26th birthday. The revised law, which came into effect on Jan. 1, extends the period until an accuser's 40th birthday. "We are pleased that the Court has recognized the strong protections California has put into place for sexual abuse victims under the state's new law extending the statute of limitations," Vince Finaldi, the lawyer for the two men, said in a statement after the ruling by the Second Appellate District in the California Court of Appeals. "We look forward to sharing the facts of the terrible abuse of James Safechuck and Wade Robson with a jury," Finaldi added. An attorney for Jackson's estate said he was confident that both lawsuits, against MJJ Productions and MJJ Ventures, would be dismissed. "The Court of Appeal's ruling merely revived lawsuits against Michael Jackson's companies, which absurdly claim that Michael's employees are somehow responsible for sexual abuse that never happened," attorney Howard Weitzman said in a statement. The appeal court said it was not ruling on the truth of the allegations by Robson and Safechuck but said they involved accusations of "a disturbing years-long pattern of child sexual abuse by international superstar Michael Jackson."

'Leaving Neverland' accusers can pursue lawsuits against Michael Jackson's companies, appeals court

<p>After 'Bohemian Rhapsody'&nbsp;producer Graham King, it is actor Johnny Depp who is set to bankroll a project on the late pop icon Michael Jackson. The unauthorized musical will be narrated from the perspective of the King of Pop's iconic glove, noted a news agency.<br />
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Titled 'For the Love of a Glove: An Unauthorized Musical Fable About the Life of Michael Jackson, as told by his Glove'&nbsp;by playwright Julien Nitzberg, the show is scheduled to debut next year on January 25 in Los Angeles.<br />
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The musical is described as a "look at the strange forces that shaped Michael and the scandals that bedeviled his reputation". Playwright Nitzberg who has penned the show while commenting on the project said, "I'm known for writing a lot of biopics.<br />
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A major TV network wanted me to write a Jackson&nbsp;movie ... but the question came up about how to deal with the child-abuse allegations.<br />
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"Child abuse allegations leveled against Jackson after an HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland'&nbsp;was aired which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges - Wade Robson and James Safechuck.<br />
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The two claimed that the late singer maintained an intimate relationship with them. Jackson's musical will be backed by Depp's company Infinitum Nihil. Meanwhile, 'MJ', another musical based on the life and career of Jackson is set to open at Neil Simon theatre next year with preview performances commencing July 6.&nbsp;</p>


After 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King, it is actor Johnny Depp who is set to bankroll a project on the late pop icon Michael Jackson. The unauthorized musical will be narrated from the perspective of the King of Pop's iconic glove, noted a news agency.

After 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King, it is actor Johnny Depp who is set to bankroll a project on the late pop icon Michael Jackson. The unauthorized musical will be narrated from the perspective of the King of Pop's iconic glove, noted a news agency. Titled 'For the Love of a Glove: An Unauthorized Musical Fable About the Life of Michael Jackson, as told by his Glove' by playwright Julien Nitzberg, the show is scheduled to debut next year on January 25 in Los Angeles. The musical is described as a "look at the strange forces that shaped Michael and the scandals that bedeviled his reputation". Playwright Nitzberg who has penned the show while commenting on the project said, "I'm known for writing a lot of biopics. A major TV network wanted me to write a Jackson movie ... but the question came up about how to deal with the child-abuse allegations. "Child abuse allegations leveled against Jackson after an HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland' was aired which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges - Wade Robson and James Safechuck. The two claimed that the late singer maintained an intimate relationship with them. Jackson's musical will be backed by Depp's company Infinitum Nihil. Meanwhile, 'MJ', another musical based on the life and career of Jackson is set to open at Neil Simon theatre next year with preview performances commencing July 6.

Johnny Depp to produce musical on pop legend Michael Jackson after Graham King

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<p>Looks like Michael Jackson fans have a reason to cheer as a film based on the late pop star's life is in works! Yes, 'Bohemian Rhapsody'&nbsp;producer Graham King has struck a deal with the pop star's estate to obtain the rights for his life and music to create a film on both, reported a magazine.<br />
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Moreover, King has also welcomed onboard screenwriter John Logan for the upcoming project. A spokesperson for King confirmed the news with the outlet but didn't comment on if the script by Logan will include Jackson's accusers or not.<br />
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Sexual abuse allegations were levelled against the late singer in the HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland', which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges&nbsp;Wade Robson and James Safechuck. They both claimed that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them.<br />
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Following the claims, the Jackson estate sued HBO for $ 100 million, saying the subjects had a financial motive to lie. Dubbed as the 'King of Pop', Jackson passed away ten years ago in 2009.<br />
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Meanwhile, 'MJ', the musical based on his life and career is set to open at Neil Simon theatre next year with preview performances starting July 6, before the official debut scheduled for August 13.</p>


Looks like Michael Jackson fans have a reason to cheer as a film based on the late pop star's life is in works! Yes, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King has struck a deal with the pop star's estate to obtain the rights for his life and music to create a film on both, reported a magazine.

Looks like Michael Jackson fans have a reason to cheer as a film based on the late pop star's life is in works! Yes, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King has struck a deal with the pop star's estate to obtain the rights for his life and music to create a film on both, reported a magazine. Moreover, King has also welcomed onboard screenwriter John Logan for the upcoming project. A spokesperson for King confirmed the news with the outlet but didn't comment on if the script by Logan will include Jackson's accusers or not. Sexual abuse allegations were levelled against the late singer in the HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland', which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges Wade Robson and James Safechuck. They both claimed that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them. Following the claims, the Jackson estate sued HBO for $ 100 million, saying the subjects had a financial motive to lie. Dubbed as the 'King of Pop', Jackson passed away ten years ago in 2009. Meanwhile, 'MJ', the musical based on his life and career is set to open at Neil Simon theatre next year with preview performances starting July 6, before the official debut scheduled for August 13.

Film on Michael Jackson in works by 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King

<p>MTV has removed late pop icon Michael Jackson`s name from its Video Vanguard Award which earlier had the singer`s name in the prefix.<br />
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The news, however, wasn`t announced by the network but became evident when a press release was sent out to announce rapper Missy Elliott as this year`s Vanguard recipient which didn`t had Jackson`s name on the award.<br />
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MTV`s move came in the wake of the HBO`s controversial documentary which focuses on some disturbing sexual-abuse allegations by former Jackson proteges Wade Robson and James Safechuck.<br />
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They both claim that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them. Jackson himself was a recipient of the Vanguard Award in 1988, and later to honour the pop king, MTV renamed and added his name to the award in 1991.<br />
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Rihanna, Beyonce, Kanye West, Britney Spears, U2 and Jennifer Lopez are some of the stars bestowed with the award.<br />
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Elliott, while accepting the award at the event did mention Jackson during her acceptance speech."The Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award means so much to me," she said.&nbsp;</p>


MTV has removed late pop icon Michael Jackson`s name from its Video Vanguard Award which earlier had the singer`s name in the prefix. The news, however, wasn`t announced by the network but became evident when a press release was sent out to announce rapper Missy Elliott as this year`s Vanguard recipient which didn`t had Jackson`s name on the award.

MTV has removed late pop icon Michael Jackson`s name from its Video Vanguard Award which earlier had the singer`s name in the prefix. The news, however, wasn`t announced by the network but became evident when a press release was sent out to announce rapper Missy Elliott as this year`s Vanguard recipient which didn`t had Jackson`s name on the award. MTV`s move came in the wake of the HBO`s controversial documentary which focuses on some disturbing sexual-abuse allegations by former Jackson proteges Wade Robson and James Safechuck. They both claim that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them. Jackson himself was a recipient of the Vanguard Award in 1988, and later to honour the pop king, MTV renamed and added his name to the award in 1991. Rihanna, Beyonce, Kanye West, Britney Spears, U2 and Jennifer Lopez are some of the stars bestowed with the award. Elliott, while accepting the award at the event did mention Jackson during her acceptance speech."The Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award means so much to me," she said.

Michael Jackson's name removed from MTV's Vanguard Award

<p>A former publicist for Michael Jackson on Thursday announced plans for a charitable foundation not affiliated with the late pop singer's family or estate, intended to defend and promote the legacy of the controversial entertainer.</p>

<p>Raymone Bain, who represented Jackson in 2005 and 2006, said the Michael Jackson Legacy Foundation would seek to raise money for the charitable causes Jackson supported during his life, including the advancement of civil rights for African Americans.</p>

<p>Bain told a Washington news conference that the foundation was in its early stages and that she had not yet contacted family members.</p>

<p>Jackson's estate said on Thursday that Bain "is not authorized to act on behalf of the Michael Jackson Estate nor to use Michael Jackson’s name in any way for charitable or her own commercial purposes."</p>

<p>Bain said Jackson gave $300 million to charitable causes during his life, but that she was unaware of any donations made in his name since his 2009 death at age 50.</p>

<p>Jackson's estate noted that the 'Thriller'&nbsp;singer's estate remains in probate and has not yet closed.</p>

<p>In 2005, Jackson was acquitted at a trial on charges of molesting a 13-year-old boy at his Neverland ranch in California.</p>

<p>In a documentary released earlier this year,<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495"> 'Leaving Neverland,'</a>&nbsp;two other men said they were abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s. Jackson's family and estate have denied the accusations.</p>

<p>Bain said Jackson has been "victimized" by false accusations.&nbsp;Michael Jackson estate <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-estate-sues-hbo-for-100-million-over-sexual-abuse-documentary-leaving-neverland-198911">sued&nbsp;HBO for $100 million </a>over sexual abuse documentary 'Leaving Neverland'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I'm hoping that the Michael Jackson Legacy Foundation will be able to move forward in a positive way to help preserve, protect and defend all of what Michael Jackson did during his life and to maintain someone who helped open so many doors for so many people," she said.</p>

<p>According to Forbes, Jackson was the top-earning dead celebrity last year, taking in more than $400 million through recordings, tribute shows, and the sale of his EMI Music publishing stake.</p>

<p>In Pictures: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-life-and-legacy-of-michael-jackson-remembering-the-king-of-pop-on-his-tenth-death-anniversary-230233">The life and legacy of Michael Jackson: Remembering 'King of Pop' on his 10th death anniversary</a></p>

<p>Bain filed a lawsuit against the singer's estate, which was thrown out in 2017, claiming that Jackson had left her and three other business partners a 15 per cent stake in his company.</p>

<p>She said her new foundation would raise funds independently through donations from individuals and through a planned tribute event for the singer.</p>

<p>Bain said one of the initiatives would be an exhibition at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.</p>


A former publicist for Michael Jackson on Thursday announced plans for a charitable foundation not affiliated with the late pop singer's family or estate, intended to defend and promote the legacy of the controversial entertainer.

A former publicist for Michael Jackson on Thursday announced plans for a charitable foundation not affiliated with the late pop singer's family or estate, intended to defend and promote the legacy of the controversial entertainer. Raymone Bain, who represented Jackson in 2005 and 2006, said the Michael Jackson Legacy Foundation would seek to raise money for the charitable causes Jackson supported during his life, including the advancement of civil rights for African Americans. Bain told a Washington news conference that the foundation was in its early stages and that she had not yet contacted family members. Jackson's estate said on Thursday that Bain "is not authorized to act on behalf of the Michael Jackson Estate nor to use Michael Jackson’s name in any way for charitable or her own commercial purposes." Bain said Jackson gave $300 million to charitable causes during his life, but that she was unaware of any donations made in his name since his 2009 death at age 50. Jackson's estate noted that the 'Thriller' singer's estate remains in probate and has not yet closed. In 2005, Jackson was acquitted at a trial on charges of molesting a 13-year-old boy at his Neverland ranch in California. In a documentary released earlier this year, 'Leaving Neverland,' two other men said they were abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s. Jackson's family and estate have denied the accusations. Bain said Jackson has been "victimized" by false accusations. Michael Jackson estate sued HBO for $100 million over sexual abuse documentary 'Leaving Neverland'. "I'm hoping that the Michael Jackson Legacy Foundation will be able to move forward in a positive way to help preserve, protect and defend all of what Michael Jackson did during his life and to maintain someone who helped open so many doors for so many people," she said. According to Forbes, Jackson was the top-earning dead celebrity last year, taking in more than $400 million through recordings, tribute shows, and the sale of his EMI Music publishing stake. In Pictures: The life and legacy of Michael Jackson: Remembering 'King of Pop' on his 10th death anniversary Bain filed a lawsuit against the singer's estate, which was thrown out in 2017, claiming that Jackson had left her and three other business partners a 15 per cent stake in his company. She said her new foundation would raise funds independently through donations from individuals and through a planned tribute event for the singer. Bain said one of the initiatives would be an exhibition at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Michael Jackson's ex-publicist touts foundation to 'protect' legacy

<p>Michael Jackson fan groups sought damages on Thursday from two of the late pop legend's alleged abuse victims for "sullying his image" in the HBO documentary<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-estate-sues-hbo-for-100-million-over-sexual-abuse-documentary-leaving-neverland-198911"> 'Leaving Neverland'.</a></p>

<p>The fan clubs sued the men in Orleans, northern France. The court said judgment would be delivered on October&nbsp;4.</p>

<p>The Michel Jackson Community, the MJ Street and On the Line groups accuse Wade Robson and James Safechuck of defaming Jackson in the documentary about alleged child abuse by the star.</p>

<p>The fans' lawyer, Emmanuel Ludot, likened the men's allegations to a "genuine lynching" of Jackson, who died in 2009.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-life-and-legacy-of-michael-jackson-remembering-the-king-of-pop-on-his-tenth-death-anniversary-230233">In pictures:&nbsp;The life and legacy of Michael Jackson: Remembering 'King of Pop' on his 10th death anniversary</a></p>

<p>The fan groups, which are seeking symbolic damages of 1 euro ($1.13) each, are taking action in France because French defamation laws extends libel protection beyond death, whereas the British and US&nbsp;legal systems do not.</p>

<p>Robson and Safechuck were not in court and did not instruct lawyers to represent them.</p>

<p>In 'Leaving Neverland'&nbsp;the two adult men say they were befriended by Jackson and abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s.</p>

<p>Jackson was acquitted in 2005 on charges of molesting a different boy, and his family has denied the accusations made in the documentary.</p>

<p>The documentary, broadcast by M6 in France, has caused a backlash against Jackson's legacy. Some radio stations stopped playing his music, an episode of 'The Simpsons'&nbsp;cartoon featuring the singer's voice is being pulled from future broadcasts and Louis Vuitton removed Jackson-themed items from its 2019 summer menswear collection.</p>

<p>Ludot said he was confident of winning. In 2014, he represented the Michael Jackson Community when the group successfully won nominal damages of 1 euro from the pop star's private doctor, Conrad Murray, for his part in Jackson's death.</p>

<p>"In France, you cannot sully the image of the dead," Ludot said. "There's moral and emotional suffering. And when there's suffering, there's compensation. It's very simple."</p>


Michael Jackson fan groups sought damages on Thursday from two of the late pop legend's alleged abuse victims for "sullying his image" in the HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland'.

Michael Jackson fan groups sought damages on Thursday from two of the late pop legend's alleged abuse victims for "sullying his image" in the HBO documentary 'Leaving Neverland'. The fan clubs sued the men in Orleans, northern France. The court said judgment would be delivered on October 4. The Michel Jackson Community, the MJ Street and On the Line groups accuse Wade Robson and James Safechuck of defaming Jackson in the documentary about alleged child abuse by the star. The fans' lawyer, Emmanuel Ludot, likened the men's allegations to a "genuine lynching" of Jackson, who died in 2009. In pictures: The life and legacy of Michael Jackson: Remembering 'King of Pop' on his 10th death anniversary The fan groups, which are seeking symbolic damages of 1 euro ($1.13) each, are taking action in France because French defamation laws extends libel protection beyond death, whereas the British and US legal systems do not. Robson and Safechuck were not in court and did not instruct lawyers to represent them. In 'Leaving Neverland' the two adult men say they were befriended by Jackson and abused by him from the ages of 7 and 10 in the early 1990s. Jackson was acquitted in 2005 on charges of molesting a different boy, and his family has denied the accusations made in the documentary. The documentary, broadcast by M6 in France, has caused a backlash against Jackson's legacy. Some radio stations stopped playing his music, an episode of 'The Simpsons' cartoon featuring the singer's voice is being pulled from future broadcasts and Louis Vuitton removed Jackson-themed items from its 2019 summer menswear collection. Ludot said he was confident of winning. In 2014, he represented the Michael Jackson Community when the group successfully won nominal damages of 1 euro from the pop star's private doctor, Conrad Murray, for his part in Jackson's death. "In France, you cannot sully the image of the dead," Ludot said. "There's moral and emotional suffering. And when there's suffering, there's compensation. It's very simple."

Michael Jackson fans sue alleged abuse victims in French court

<p>A tad late, fashion designer Manish Malhotra recalled late pop icon Michael Jackson on his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-life-and-legacy-of-michael-jackson-remembering-the-king-of-pop-on-his-tenth-death-anniversary-230233">10th death anniversary</a> and shared an anecdote of his catch-up with the king of pop.<br />
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Even before Manish launched his fashion label, he gifted one of his own creations to the pop star which the latter wore to an awards show, the designer recalled.<br />
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Sharing an old picture with Jackson on Instagram, Manish reminisced his fanboy moment and wrote, "Years ago before I had launched Manish Malhotra label. I had the honour of meeting the great Micheal Jackson." He continued, "I had designed a smart cut sherwani with trousers and a shawl with Indian Embroidery art .. not only did he wear the outfit he also thanked me on stage at the Bollywood Awards USA which became a memorable moment for me."</p>

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<p>Jackson donned the Sherwani and walked up to the stage of Bollywood Awards 1999.<br />
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June 25 marked a decade of losing Michael Jackson who died of an anaesthetic propofol and sedatives` overdose in 2009.<br />
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Tiger Shroff who is known for his smooth dance moves also paid a tribute to the legend in a dance video where added Jackson`s twist to a Bollywood song.</p>

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<p>To mark Jackson`s death anniversary, a documentary `Killing Michael Jackson` was also released some days back which features three US detectives who led the original investigation into the pop singer`s death in 2009.&nbsp;<br />
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The film shows fresh perspectives and exclusive audio-taped interviews with both Conrad Murray, Jackson`s physician, and witnesses.<br />
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`Killing Michael Jackson` also explores the pop singer`s and Murray`s co-dependent relationship and examine the extent of his accountability over the death of the singer.</p>


A tad late, fashion designer Manish Malhotra recalled late pop icon Michael Jackson on his 10th death anniversary and shared an anecdote of his catch-up with the king of pop.

A tad late, fashion designer Manish Malhotra recalled late pop icon Michael Jackson on his 10th death anniversary and shared an anecdote of his catch-up with the king of pop. Even before Manish launched his fashion label, he gifted one of his own creations to the pop star which the latter wore to an awards show, the designer recalled. Sharing an old picture with Jackson on Instagram, Manish reminisced his fanboy moment and wrote, "Years ago before I had launched Manish Malhotra label. I had the honour of meeting the great Micheal Jackson." He continued, "I had designed a smart cut sherwani with trousers and a shawl with Indian Embroidery art .. not only did he wear the outfit he also thanked me on stage at the Bollywood Awards USA which became a memorable moment for me." View this post on Instagram years ago before I had launched ManishMalhotealabel I had the honour of meeting the great #michealjackson .. I had designed a smart cut sherwani with trousers and a shawl with indian Embrodiery art .. not only did he wear the outfit he also thanked me on stage at the Famous #BollywoodAwards USA which became a memorable moment for me #tributetomj #10yearswithoutmj @mmalhotraworld A post shared by Manish Malhotra (@manishmalhotra05) on Jun 28, 2019 at 7:49am PDT × Jackson donned the Sherwani and walked up to the stage of Bollywood Awards 1999. June 25 marked a decade of losing Michael Jackson who died of an anaesthetic propofol and sedatives` overdose in 2009. Tiger Shroff who is known for his smooth dance moves also paid a tribute to the legend in a dance video where added Jackson`s twist to a Bollywood song. View this post on Instagram Can’t believe it’s been 9 years already❤🙏 I’m sure even khilji would’ve offered you his throne 😝❤ #kingofkings @michaeljackson #rip #gonetoosoon ❤🙏 @pareshshirodkar @ranveersingh A post shared by Tiger Shroff (@tigerjackieshroff) on Jun 24, 2019 at 11:18pm PDT × To mark Jackson`s death anniversary, a documentary `Killing Michael Jackson` was also released some days back which features three US detectives who led the original investigation into the pop singer`s death in 2009. The film shows fresh perspectives and exclusive audio-taped interviews with both Conrad Murray, Jackson`s physician, and witnesses. `Killing Michael Jackson` also explores the pop singer`s and Murray`s co-dependent relationship and examine the extent of his accountability over the death of the singer.

Manish Malhotra shares amusing anecdote of meeting Michael Jackson

The life and legacy of Michael Jackson: Remembering 'King of Pop' on his 10th death anniversary

<p>In the months following pop icon Michael Jackson's shock death on June 25, 2009, his inner circle found themselves thrust into the spotlight.</p>

<p>Ten years on, as the late King of Pop faces lurid allegations of pedophilia from men he kept close as youths, here's a look at what's become of the rest of the eccentric bunch surrounding MJ.</p>

<p><strong>Children</strong><br />
Jackson went to great lengths to shield his three children -- Michael Joseph "Prince" Jr (22), Paris (21) and Prince Michael II, better known as ' Blanket' &nbsp;(17) -- from the paparazzi, often putting masks on them in public.<br />
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Since his death the two older children have slowly started embracing the limelight, and are active on social media.&nbsp;<br />
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The eldest son has said he neither sings nor dances but still entertains hopes of a showbiz career, founding King's Son Productions in 2016.<br />
Paris has made several awards show appearances, modeled for labels including Calvin Klein and Chanel, and along with her boyfriend forms the folk-rock duo The Soundflowers.<br />
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She has struggled with mental health and admitted trying to kill herself in 2013. But she slammed reports she attempted suicide again earlier this year -- shortly after the release of the bombshell documentary accusing her father of child sex abuse.<br />
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Blanket, who was born to an unnamed surrogate and now prefers to go by "Bigi," is still in high school and has mostly laid low as he comes of age.<br />
Perhaps his most&nbsp;famous world appearance was in 2002 when he was still an infant -- and his father dangled him over the balcony of a chic Berlin hotel.</p>

<p><strong>Parents</strong><br />
Joe Jackson -- known as the demanding patriarch of the Jackson clan, with whom Michael had a strained relationship -- died on June 27, 2018 at age 89.<br />
He launched his family's dynasty as manager of The Jackson 5 sibling group, steering at times the careers of Michael and daughter Janet.<br />
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Often criticized as a stringent taskmaster, Joe was left out of Michael's will and failed to win bids for compensation.<br />
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Katherine Jackson, Michael's now 89-year-old mother, gained custody of his three children following his death and is a beneficiary of the family trust.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Siblings</strong><br />
Michael's sister Janet, 53, is a pop icon in her own right and earlier this year nabbed a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.<br />
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An artist whose synth-driven sound came to define the cutting edge of New York's club scene in the late 1980s, Janet in recent years has continued to tour and focus on charity efforts.&nbsp;She gave birth to a son in January 2017.<br />
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Michael's brothers -- Jackie, Tito, Marlon, Jermaine and Randy -- have been among the most vocal backers of his legacy despite the troubling allegations against him.<br />
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They have continued to tour and record in various combinations.<br />
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Sisters La Toya, 63, and Maureen, 69, have had minor singing careers, with the former taking a turn on a number of reality television shows.<br />
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The siblings were left out of Michael's will -- a subject of much legal wrangling -- with the estate divvied out to charity, his mother and his children.</p>

<p><strong>Exes</strong><br />
Debbie Rowe -- a nurse and Michael's second wife, with the pair marrying in 1996 -- is the mother of the singer's eldest children but was largely absent while Michael was alive.<br />
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Since his death she struck a deal with his mother for some visits with the kids.<br />
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Lisa Marie Presley -- the daughter of Elvis, who wed Michael in 1994 -- has long denied that her short-lived marriage to the popstar was a cover-up to revive his image following pedophilia accusations, as many reports suggested.<br />
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A musician, she has married and divorced four times, including to actor Nicolas Cage and guitarist Michael Lockwood, and is a mother of four.</p>

<p>"I do believe he loved me as much as he could love anyone and I loved him very much," she wrote on MySpace after Michael's death.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Doctors</strong><br />
Conrad Murray, 66, administered the anesthetic propofol to Jackson in a dose that ultimately triggered the singer's cardiac arrest and untimely death.<br />
He was found guilty in 2011 of involuntary manslaughter after a highly publicized trial. Murray was released from California prison two years before his four-year sentence finished on good behavior.<br />
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He has since maintained his innocence but lost medical licenses in several states, and maintains a low profile.<br />
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Arnold Klein, Jackson's longtime dermatologist and friend, died in 2015 at age 70.<br />
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The 'King of Collagen' &nbsp;popular among A-listers treated Jackson for the skin disorder vitiligo. Rumors swirled that donated sperm was used to father Jackson's eldest children -- their mother Rowe worked in his clinic -- but were never confirmed.<br />
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Jackson's siblings have complained of the management of his estate, which was entrusted to entertainment lawyer John Branca and the late superstar's lawyer, John McClain.<br />
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The co-executors are nevertheless credited with transforming Michael's hundreds of millions of dollars in debt into assets worth more than $1 billion.<br />
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In the months following pop icon Michael Jackson's shock death on June 25, 2009, his inner circle found themselves thrust into the spotlight. Ten years on, as the late King of Pop faces lurid allegations of pedophilia from men he kept close as youths, here's a look at what's become of the rest of the eccentric bunch surrounding MJ.

In the months following pop icon Michael Jackson's shock death on June 25, 2009, his inner circle found themselves thrust into the spotlight. Ten years on, as the late King of Pop faces lurid allegations of pedophilia from men he kept close as youths, here's a look at what's become of the rest of the eccentric bunch surrounding MJ. Children Jackson went to great lengths to shield his three children -- Michael Joseph "Prince" Jr (22), Paris (21) and Prince Michael II, better known as ' Blanket' (17) -- from the paparazzi, often putting masks on them in public. Since his death the two older children have slowly started embracing the limelight, and are active on social media. The eldest son has said he neither sings nor dances but still entertains hopes of a showbiz career, founding King's Son Productions in 2016. Paris has made several awards show appearances, modeled for labels including Calvin Klein and Chanel, and along with her boyfriend forms the folk-rock duo The Soundflowers. She has struggled with mental health and admitted trying to kill herself in 2013. But she slammed reports she attempted suicide again earlier this year -- shortly after the release of the bombshell documentary accusing her father of child sex abuse. Blanket, who was born to an unnamed surrogate and now prefers to go by "Bigi," is still in high school and has mostly laid low as he comes of age. Perhaps his most famous world appearance was in 2002 when he was still an infant -- and his father dangled him over the balcony of a chic Berlin hotel. Parents Joe Jackson -- known as the demanding patriarch of the Jackson clan, with whom Michael had a strained relationship -- died on June 27, 2018 at age 89. He launched his family's dynasty as manager of The Jackson 5 sibling group, steering at times the careers of Michael and daughter Janet. Often criticized as a stringent taskmaster, Joe was left out of Michael's will and failed to win bids for compensation. Katherine Jackson, Michael's now 89-year-old mother, gained custody of his three children following his death and is a beneficiary of the family trust. Siblings Michael's sister Janet, 53, is a pop icon in her own right and earlier this year nabbed a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. An artist whose synth-driven sound came to define the cutting edge of New York's club scene in the late 1980s, Janet in recent years has continued to tour and focus on charity efforts. She gave birth to a son in January 2017. Michael's brothers -- Jackie, Tito, Marlon, Jermaine and Randy -- have been among the most vocal backers of his legacy despite the troubling allegations against him. They have continued to tour and record in various combinations. Sisters La Toya, 63, and Maureen, 69, have had minor singing careers, with the former taking a turn on a number of reality television shows. The siblings were left out of Michael's will -- a subject of much legal wrangling -- with the estate divvied out to charity, his mother and his children. Exes Debbie Rowe -- a nurse and Michael's second wife, with the pair marrying in 1996 -- is the mother of the singer's eldest children but was largely absent while Michael was alive. Since his death she struck a deal with his mother for some visits with the kids. Lisa Marie Presley -- the daughter of Elvis, who wed Michael in 1994 -- has long denied that her short-lived marriage to the popstar was a cover-up to revive his image following pedophilia accusations, as many reports suggested. A musician, she has married and divorced four times, including to actor Nicolas Cage and guitarist Michael Lockwood, and is a mother of four. "I do believe he loved me as much as he could love anyone and I loved him very much," she wrote on MySpace after Michael's death. Doctors Conrad Murray, 66, administered the anesthetic propofol to Jackson in a dose that ultimately triggered the singer's cardiac arrest and untimely death. He was found guilty in 2011 of involuntary manslaughter after a highly publicized trial. Murray was released from California prison two years before his four-year sentence finished on good behavior. He has since maintained his innocence but lost medical licenses in several states, and maintains a low profile. Arnold Klein, Jackson's longtime dermatologist and friend, died in 2015 at age 70. The 'King of Collagen' popular among A-listers treated Jackson for the skin disorder vitiligo. Rumors swirled that donated sperm was used to father Jackson's eldest children -- their mother Rowe worked in his clinic -- but were never confirmed. Lawyers Jackson's siblings have complained of the management of his estate, which was entrusted to entertainment lawyer John Branca and the late superstar's lawyer, John McClain. The co-executors are nevertheless credited with transforming Michael's hundreds of millions of dollars in debt into assets worth more than $1 billion.

10 years after Michael Jackson's death, here's what his close associates are upto 

Michael Jackson fans around the world are gearing up to mark the tenth anniversary of the death of the King of Pop. But almost 10 years after his sudden death, Jackson's legacy has been under fresh scrutiny since the release of a recent documentary about alleged child sex abuse that has been met with outrage by the singer's family and fans. Jackson, a child star turned King of Pop, set the world alight with his infectious songs and music videos. But his musical genius was overshadowed at times by a bizarre lifestyle and sex scandals. Jackson, who died on June 25, 2009, was acquitted at a 2005 trial in California on charges of molesting a 13- year-old boy at his Neverland ranch in California. In 1994, he settled a sexual abuse lawsuit concerning another 13-year-old boy.

A look back on reactions to Michael Jackson's death 10 years ago

<p>Michael Jackson fans around the world are gearing up to mark the tenth anniversary of the death of the King of Pop. But almost 10 years after his sudden death, Jackson's legacy has been under fresh scrutiny since the release of a recent documentary about alleged child sex abuse that has been met with outrage by the singer's family and fans.</p>

<p>Jackson, a child star turned King of Pop, set the world alight with his infectious songs and music videos. But his musical genius was overshadowed at times by a bizarre lifestyle and sex scandals.</p>

<p>Jackson, who died on June 25, 2009, was acquitted at a 2005 trial in California on charges of molesting a 13- year-old boy at his Neverland ranch in California. In 1994, he settled a sexual abuse lawsuit concerning another 13-year-old boy.</p>

<p>His family say they remember Jackson as a generous person who gave millions to charities, loved to have fun and wanted to unite people through his music.</p>

<p>Jackson died of cardiac arrest, age 50, on June 25, 2009, at his rented mansion in Los Angeles, as he was rehearsing for a series of London concerts aimed at reviving a career shattered by strange events as an adult and acquittal on charges of molestation.</p>

<p>Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's personal physician at the time of his 2009 death, was sentenced to four years for involuntary manslaughter by a Los Angeles court in 2011 over the singer's death.</p>

<p>Known as the 'King of Pop,'&nbsp;for hits that included 'Thriller'&nbsp;and 'Billie Jean,'&nbsp;Jackson's dramatic, one-gloved stage presence and innovative dance moves were imitated by legions of fans around the world.</p>

<p>His lifetime record sales tally is believed to be around 750 million, which, added to the 13 Grammy Awards he received, made him one of the most successful entertainers of all time.</p>

<p>But Jackson's belief that "I am Peter Pan in my heart", his preference for the company of children, his friendship with a chimp, his high-pitched voice and numerous plastic surgeries also earned him critics and the nickname "Wacko Jacko."</p>

<p>Jackson, who had lived as a virtual recluse since his acquittal in 2005 on charges of child molestation, had been scheduled to launch a comeback tour in London in 2009.</p>

<p>Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, the seventh of nine children. Five Jackson boys - Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael - first performed together at a talent show when Michael was 6. They walked off with first prize and went on to become a best-selling band, The Jackson Five, and then The Jackson 5.</p>

<p>Jackson made his first solo album in 1972 and released "Thriller" in 1982, which became a smash hit that yielded seven top-10 singles. The album sold 21 million copies in the United States and at least 27 million worldwide.</p>

<p>The next year, he unveiled his signature "moonwalk" dance move while performing 'Billie Jean'&nbsp;during an NBC special.</p>

<p>In 1994, Jackson married Elvis Presley's only child, Lisa Marie, but the marriage ended in divorce in 1996. Jackson married Debbie Rowe the same year and had two children, before splitting in 1999. The couple never lived together.</p>

<p>Jackson has three children named Prince Michael I, Paris Michael and Prince Michael II. The youngest was dangled by his father over the railing of a hotel balcony, which drew widespread criticism.</p>


Michael Jackson fans around the world are gearing up to mark the tenth anniversary of the death of the King of Pop. But almost 10 years after his sudden death, Jackson's legacy has been under fresh scrutiny since the release of a recent documentary about alleged child sex abuse that has been met with outrage by the singer's family and fans.

Michael Jackson fans around the world are gearing up to mark the tenth anniversary of the death of the King of Pop. But almost 10 years after his sudden death, Jackson's legacy has been under fresh scrutiny since the release of a recent documentary about alleged child sex abuse that has been met with outrage by the singer's family and fans. Jackson, a child star turned King of Pop, set the world alight with his infectious songs and music videos. But his musical genius was overshadowed at times by a bizarre lifestyle and sex scandals. Jackson, who died on June 25, 2009, was acquitted at a 2005 trial in California on charges of molesting a 13- year-old boy at his Neverland ranch in California. In 1994, he settled a sexual abuse lawsuit concerning another 13-year-old boy. His family say they remember Jackson as a generous person who gave millions to charities, loved to have fun and wanted to unite people through his music. Jackson died of cardiac arrest, age 50, on June 25, 2009, at his rented mansion in Los Angeles, as he was rehearsing for a series of London concerts aimed at reviving a career shattered by strange events as an adult and acquittal on charges of molestation. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's personal physician at the time of his 2009 death, was sentenced to four years for involuntary manslaughter by a Los Angeles court in 2011 over the singer's death. Known as the 'King of Pop,' for hits that included 'Thriller' and 'Billie Jean,' Jackson's dramatic, one-gloved stage presence and innovative dance moves were imitated by legions of fans around the world. His lifetime record sales tally is believed to be around 750 million, which, added to the 13 Grammy Awards he received, made him one of the most successful entertainers of all time. But Jackson's belief that "I am Peter Pan in my heart", his preference for the company of children, his friendship with a chimp, his high-pitched voice and numerous plastic surgeries also earned him critics and the nickname "Wacko Jacko." Jackson, who had lived as a virtual recluse since his acquittal in 2005 on charges of child molestation, had been scheduled to launch a comeback tour in London in 2009. Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, the seventh of nine children. Five Jackson boys - Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael - first performed together at a talent show when Michael was 6. They walked off with first prize and went on to become a best-selling band, The Jackson Five, and then The Jackson 5. Jackson made his first solo album in 1972 and released "Thriller" in 1982, which became a smash hit that yielded seven top-10 singles. The album sold 21 million copies in the United States and at least 27 million worldwide. The next year, he unveiled his signature "moonwalk" dance move while performing 'Billie Jean' during an NBC special. In 1994, Jackson married Elvis Presley's only child, Lisa Marie, but the marriage ended in divorce in 1996. Jackson married Debbie Rowe the same year and had two children, before splitting in 1999. The couple never lived together. Jackson has three children named Prince Michael I, Paris Michael and Prince Michael II. The youngest was dangled by his father over the railing of a hotel balcony, which drew widespread criticism.

Remembering Michael Jackson 10 years after his death

<p>Singer-songwriter Barbra Streisand is under fire for her comments on Michael Jackson’s documentary<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495"> ‘Leaving Neverland’</a> that delves into sexual abuse of two men Wade Robson and James Safechuck as children by the late pop icon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In her response to the docu-feature, Barbra said that according to the documentary, the two as kids “were thrilled to be there” and what happened “didn’t kill them." She did not dismiss the allegations though and said she “believes” the abuse but puts more blame on their parents than The Gloved One.</p>

<p>She also said about Michael: “His sexual needs were his sexual needs, coming from whatever childhood he has or whatever DNA he has. You can say ‘molested,' but those children, as you heard say [grown-up Robson and Safechuck], they were thrilled to be there. They both married and they both have children, so it didn’t kill them.”</p>

<p>She then added, “I feel bad for the children. I feel bad for him. I blame, I guess, the parents, who would allow their children to sleep with him. Why would Michael need these little children dressed like him and in the shoes and the dancing and the hats?”</p>

<p>After she made these comments, the director of the film, Dan Reed tweeted: “'It didn’t kill them’ @BarbraStreisand did you really say that?!”</p>

<p>Other users too commented on her remarks and said they were “disappointed”.</p>

<p>Barbra then apologised on Twitter and said: "I am profoundly sorry for any pain or misunderstanding I caused by not choosing my words more carefully about Michael Jackson and his victims because the words as printed do not reflect my true feelings. I didn’t mean to dismiss the trauma these boys experienced in any way. Like all survivors of sexual assault, they will have to carry this for the rest of their lives. I feel deep remorse and I hope that James and Wade know that I truly respect and admire them for speaking their truth."</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the documentary has led to a major backlash of the pop star among his fans. Several radio stations have <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-songs-dropped-from-radio-stations-in-new-zealand-canada-after-controversial-film-airs-on-hbo-201579">dropped his songs</a> from playlists and his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-daughter-paris-has-this-to-say-on-sexual-abuse-documentary-against-him-201981">daughter Paris Jackson also has something to say on the matter.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Michael Jackson died at the age of 50 in 2009 from cardiac arrest.&nbsp;</p>


Singer-songwriter Barbra Streisand is under fire for her comments on Michael Jackson’s documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that delves into sexual abuse of two men Wade Robson and James Safechuck as children by the late pop icon.

Singer-songwriter Barbra Streisand is under fire for her comments on Michael Jackson’s documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that delves into sexual abuse of two men Wade Robson and James Safechuck as children by the late pop icon. In her response to the docu-feature, Barbra said that according to the documentary, the two as kids “were thrilled to be there” and what happened “didn’t kill them." She did not dismiss the allegations though and said she “believes” the abuse but puts more blame on their parents than The Gloved One. She also said about Michael: “His sexual needs were his sexual needs, coming from whatever childhood he has or whatever DNA he has. You can say ‘molested,' but those children, as you heard say [grown-up Robson and Safechuck], they were thrilled to be there. They both married and they both have children, so it didn’t kill them.” She then added, “I feel bad for the children. I feel bad for him. I blame, I guess, the parents, who would allow their children to sleep with him. Why would Michael need these little children dressed like him and in the shoes and the dancing and the hats?” After she made these comments, the director of the film, Dan Reed tweeted: “'It didn’t kill them’ @BarbraStreisand did you really say that?!” Other users too commented on her remarks and said they were “disappointed”. Barbra then apologised on Twitter and said: "I am profoundly sorry for any pain or misunderstanding I caused by not choosing my words more carefully about Michael Jackson and his victims because the words as printed do not reflect my true feelings. I didn’t mean to dismiss the trauma these boys experienced in any way. Like all survivors of sexual assault, they will have to carry this for the rest of their lives. I feel deep remorse and I hope that James and Wade know that I truly respect and admire them for speaking their truth." https://t.co/VYQLQullhd pic.twitter.com/10MluYcCWp — Barbra Streisand (@BarbraStreisand) March 23, 2019 × Meanwhile, the documentary has led to a major backlash of the pop star among his fans. Several radio stations have dropped his songs from playlists and his daughter Paris Jackson also has something to say on the matter. Michael Jackson died at the age of 50 in 2009 from cardiac arrest.

Barbra Streisand issues apology on Michael Jackson sexual abuse documentary comments

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-daughter-paris-has-this-to-say-on-sexual-abuse-documentary-against-him-201981">Paris Jackson, daughter of the late superstar Michael</a>, struck down rumours that she attempted suicide Saturday, assailing "liars" in an expletive-laden tweet.</p>

<p>Celebrity news website TMZ initially ran the report saying Jackson, a 20-year-old model, was hospitalised after a suicide attempt at her Los Angeles home.</p>

<p>Without providing additional details a police spokesman told AFP that units from Hollywood responded to an "attempt suicide" requiring an ambulance, at about 7:30 am, after which the "subject was transported to a local hospital."</p>

<p>Jackson has been open about her struggles with mental health. She attempted to kill herself in 2013, and told Rolling Stone magazine she had previously attempted suicide "multiple times."</p>

<p>Saturday's rumours follow weeks of fallout over a documentary detailing pedophilia accusations against Michael Jackson, who died in 2009 of an overdose.</p>

<p>The model tweeted recently it was "not my role" to defend her father's legacy, saying other family members were carrying the torch and she supports them.</p>

<p>"I'm just tryna get everyone to chill out and go with the flow, be mellow and think about the bigger picture. that's me," Jackson tweeted.</p>

<p>In a later tweet, she said "my father handled his trials and tribulations with grace, peace, and love. it's a more effective way of life. i suggest we all take that as an example."</p>

<p>A number of radio stations from Australia to Canada have shelved Jackson's catalogue in light of the "Leaving Neverland" documentary.</p>

<p>French luxury brand Louis Vuitton dropped Jackson-themed clothing on Thursday from a collection it had shown at Paris Fashion Week in January, saying it found the "allegations in the documentary deeply troubling and disturbing."</p>


Paris Jackson, daughter of the late superstar Michael, struck down rumours that she attempted suicide Saturday, assailing "liars" in an expletive-laden tweet. Celebrity news website TMZ initially ran the report saying Jackson, a 20-year-old model, was hospitalised after a suicide attempt at her Los Angeles home.

Paris Jackson, daughter of the late superstar Michael, struck down rumours that she attempted suicide Saturday, assailing "liars" in an expletive-laden tweet. Celebrity news website TMZ initially ran the report saying Jackson, a 20-year-old model, was hospitalised after a suicide attempt at her Los Angeles home. Without providing additional details a police spokesman told AFP that units from Hollywood responded to an "attempt suicide" requiring an ambulance, at about 7:30 am, after which the "subject was transported to a local hospital." Jackson has been open about her struggles with mental health. She attempted to kill herself in 2013, and told Rolling Stone magazine she had previously attempted suicide "multiple times." Saturday's rumours follow weeks of fallout over a documentary detailing pedophilia accusations against Michael Jackson, who died in 2009 of an overdose. The model tweeted recently it was "not my role" to defend her father's legacy, saying other family members were carrying the torch and she supports them. "I'm just tryna get everyone to chill out and go with the flow, be mellow and think about the bigger picture. that's me," Jackson tweeted. In a later tweet, she said "my father handled his trials and tribulations with grace, peace, and love. it's a more effective way of life. i suggest we all take that as an example." A number of radio stations from Australia to Canada have shelved Jackson's catalogue in light of the "Leaving Neverland" documentary. French luxury brand Louis Vuitton dropped Jackson-themed clothing on Thursday from a collection it had shown at Paris Fashion Week in January, saying it found the "allegations in the documentary deeply troubling and disturbing."

Michael Jackson's daughter says she did not try to commit suicide

<p>After Michael Jackson’s <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-songs-dropped-from-radio-stations-in-new-zealand-canada-after-controversial-film-airs-on-hbo-201579">songs were dropped from several radio stations</a> in New Zealand and Canada and his <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-statue-removed-from-british-museum-after-furore-over-controversial-documentary-201825">statue was removed from a British museum</a>, ‘The Simpsons’ will now also pull down any past episode that features Michael Jackson's voice.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a fresh update on the same, the show’s producer told a newspaper that following the backlash that the documentary is facing, they have decided to remove an old episode that features his voice. &nbsp;James L&nbsp;Brooks said, "It feels clearly the only choice to make.”</p>

<p>His voice featured in 1991 episode called ‘Stark Raving Dad’. He voiced a character in a psychiatric ward who believed he was the pop star.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Controversial documentary <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">‘Leaving Neverland’</a> claims that the late iconic singer sexually abused two men when they were children. It gained prominence after it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. It later aired on HBO featuring testimonies of James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Jackson’s estate sued HBO $100 million in damages calling it <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/makers-to-release-michael-jackson-film-on-march-3-late-singers-estate-complains-of-telecast-violation-196647">“public lynching”</a> and the two men as “‘admitted liars”. His daughter, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-daughter-paris-has-this-to-say-on-sexual-abuse-documentary-against-him-201981">Paris Jackson also opened up on the issue.&nbsp;</a></p>


After Michael Jackson’s songs were dropped from several radio stations in New Zealand and Canada and his statue was removed from a British museum, ‘The Simpsons’ will now also pull down any past episode that features Michael Jackson's voice.

After Michael Jackson’s songs were dropped from several radio stations in New Zealand and Canada and his statue was removed from a British museum, ‘The Simpsons’ will now also pull down any past episode that features Michael Jackson's voice. In a fresh update on the same, the show’s producer told a newspaper that following the backlash that the documentary is facing, they have decided to remove an old episode that features his voice. James L Brooks said, "It feels clearly the only choice to make.” His voice featured in 1991 episode called ‘Stark Raving Dad’. He voiced a character in a psychiatric ward who believed he was the pop star. Controversial documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ claims that the late iconic singer sexually abused two men when they were children. It gained prominence after it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. It later aired on HBO featuring testimonies of James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children. Meanwhile, Jackson’s estate sued HBO $100 million in damages calling it “public lynching” and the two men as “‘admitted liars”. His daughter, Paris Jackson also opened up on the issue.

Popular show 'The Simpsons' to drop episodes featuring Michael Jackson after controversial film

<p>This is the first time that Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris, has opened up on the controversial documentary <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">‘Leaving Neverland</a>’ that claims that the late iconic singer sexually abused two men when they were children.</p>

<p>While the world is divided over the content of the docu-film, Paris has sort-of spoken on the issue. She hasn’t issued any official statement but she did take to social media. A Twitterati wrote: “Paris Jackson believes her father, Michael, is innocent of sex abuse claims.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response to this, she wrote: “I actually haven’t made any statements yet, especially regarding how it affects my work life. You guys are reaching a bit. At least this wasn’t a disgusting and attacking article, though.”</p>

<p>It started a thread between Paris and other users. In one tweet, she wrote: “y’all take my life more seriously than i do. calm yo tittaaaaysss” and added it with, “i didn’t mean to offend by expressing that titties should be calm, i know injustices are frustrating and it’s easy to get worked up. but reacting with a calm mind usually is more logical than acting out of rage and also.... it feels better to mellow out.”</p>

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<p>‘Leaving Neverland’ gains prominence after it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. It later aired on HBO featuring testimonies of James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the chaos around the film has led to several <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-songs-dropped-from-radio-stations-in-new-zealand-canada-after-controversial-film-airs-on-hbo-201579">radio stations dropping his songs</a> from their playlists and his <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-statue-removed-from-british-museum-after-furore-over-controversial-documentary-201825">statue being removed from a British museum.&nbsp;</a></p>


This is the first time that Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris, has opened up on the controversial documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that claims that the late iconic singer sexually abused two men when they were children.

This is the first time that Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris, has opened up on the controversial documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that claims that the late iconic singer sexually abused two men when they were children. While the world is divided over the content of the docu-film, Paris has sort-of spoken on the issue. She hasn’t issued any official statement but she did take to social media. A Twitterati wrote: “Paris Jackson believes her father, Michael, is innocent of sex abuse claims.” In response to this, she wrote: “I actually haven’t made any statements yet, especially regarding how it affects my work life. You guys are reaching a bit. At least this wasn’t a disgusting and attacking article, though.” It started a thread between Paris and other users. In one tweet, she wrote: “y’all take my life more seriously than i do. calm yo tittaaaaysss” and added it with, “i didn’t mean to offend by expressing that titties should be calm, i know injustices are frustrating and it’s easy to get worked up. but reacting with a calm mind usually is more logical than acting out of rage and also.... it feels better to mellow out.” i didn’t mean to offend by expressing that titties should be calm, i know injustices are frustrating and it’s easy to get worked up. but reacting with a calm mind usually is more logical than acting out of rage and also.... it feels better to mellow out. — Paris-Michael K. J. (@ParisJackson) March 7, 2019 × ‘Leaving Neverland’ gains prominence after it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. It later aired on HBO featuring testimonies of James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children. Meanwhile, the chaos around the film has led to several radio stations dropping his songs from their playlists and his statue being removed from a British museum.

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris has this to say on sexual abuse documentary against him

<p>After radio stations in New Zealand and Canada <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-songs-dropped-from-radio-stations-in-new-zealand-canada-after-controversial-film-airs-on-hbo-201579">dropped songs of iconic late singer Michael Jackson from their playlists </a>following a furore over HBO documentary, his statue has now been removed from Britain’s National Football Museum.</p>

<p>The HBO documentary <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">‘Leaving Neverland’ </a>has ended up dividing people over Jackson’s legacy as it brought to fore sexual abuse claims of two men who allege that he assaulted them when they were children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first part of the four-hour long documentary aired in the UK on Wednesday. As a result of people calling out on the singer, the museum decided to remove his statue. The soccer museum in Manchester, England had displayed its statue since 2014.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokeswoman for the museum, in a statement, said: "The National Football Museum has made a number of changes to its exhibitions and the objects on display over the last few months.<br />
"As part of our ongoing plans to better represent the stories we want to tell, we have made a decision to remove the Michael Jackson statue from display."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Jackson’s estate has sued HBO for<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/makers-to-release-michael-jackson-film-on-march-3-late-singers-estate-complains-of-telecast-violation-196647"> “public lynching”</a> and demanded a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-estate-sues-hbo-for-100-million-over-sexual-abuse-documentary-leaving-neverland-198911">$100 million in damages.</a> They have denied all claims and called the accusers “admitted liars”.&nbsp;</p>


After radio stations in New Zealand and Canada dropped songs of iconic late singer Michael Jackson from their playlists following a furore over HBO documentary, his statue has now been removed from Britain’s National Football Museum.

After radio stations in New Zealand and Canada dropped songs of iconic late singer Michael Jackson from their playlists following a furore over HBO documentary, his statue has now been removed from Britain’s National Football Museum. The HBO documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ has ended up dividing people over Jackson’s legacy as it brought to fore sexual abuse claims of two men who allege that he assaulted them when they were children. The first part of the four-hour long documentary aired in the UK on Wednesday. As a result of people calling out on the singer, the museum decided to remove his statue. The soccer museum in Manchester, England had displayed its statue since 2014. A spokeswoman for the museum, in a statement, said: "The National Football Museum has made a number of changes to its exhibitions and the objects on display over the last few months. "As part of our ongoing plans to better represent the stories we want to tell, we have made a decision to remove the Michael Jackson statue from display." Meanwhile, Jackson’s estate has sued HBO for “public lynching” and demanded a $100 million in damages. They have denied all claims and called the accusers “admitted liars”.

Michael Jackson statue removed from British museum after furore over controversial documentary

<p>Michael Jackson’s fans will not have it easy after this news reaches them that the late iconic singer’s songs are being dropped by several radio stations in the countries of New Zealand and Canada. This comes after a documentary titled <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">‘Leaving Neverland’</a> that is airing on HBO alleges that two men were harassed by the star as children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The documentary goes on to have Wade Robson and James Safechuck accuse the singer of sexually abusing them over a period of several years when they were children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before it was aired, Jackson’s estate slammed the film calling it<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/makers-to-release-michael-jackson-film-on-march-3-late-singers-estate-complains-of-telecast-violation-196647"> “public lynching”</a> and<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-estate-sues-hbo-for-100-million-over-sexual-abuse-documentary-leaving-neverland-198911"> sued&nbsp;HBO</a>&nbsp;for $100 million which shares a parent company with CNN, Warner Media.</p>

<p>Now that the docu-film has aired, many fans of Jackson’s songs have sided with the singer while some have expressed feeling uncomfortable listening to his songs. In a response to this, in New Zealand, multiple major radio stations have pulled his music from their airwaves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Leon Wratt, MediaWorks Radio stations director as reported by CNN said: "Michael Jackson isn't currently on any MediaWorks Radio stations' playlists. This is a reflection of our audiences and their preferences -- it is our job to ensure our radio stations are playing the music people want to hear."</p>

<p>Rival broadcaster NZME also will not be playing the late pop star's music. "NZME station playlists change from week to week and right now Michael Jackson does not feature on them," NZME entertainment director Dean Buchanan told the New Zealand Herald, which is owned by NZME</p>

<p>A spokesman for Radio NZ, a publicly-funded broadcaster, said it would only play Jackson if it was "part of a news story or to provide colour around a commentary piece."</p>

<p>In Canada, three major Montreal-based radio stations have also stopped playing Jackson's music, according to Canadian news outlet CBC. Other stations in Canada are reported to be monitoring the situation.</p>


Michael Jackson’s fans will not have it easy after this news reaches them that the late iconic singer’s songs are being dropped by several radio stations in the countries of New Zealand and Canada.

Michael Jackson’s fans will not have it easy after this news reaches them that the late iconic singer’s songs are being dropped by several radio stations in the countries of New Zealand and Canada. This comes after a documentary titled ‘Leaving Neverland’ that is airing on HBO alleges that two men were harassed by the star as children. The documentary goes on to have Wade Robson and James Safechuck accuse the singer of sexually abusing them over a period of several years when they were children. Before it was aired, Jackson’s estate slammed the film calling it “public lynching” and sued HBO for $100 million which shares a parent company with CNN, Warner Media. Now that the docu-film has aired, many fans of Jackson’s songs have sided with the singer while some have expressed feeling uncomfortable listening to his songs. In a response to this, in New Zealand, multiple major radio stations have pulled his music from their airwaves. Leon Wratt, MediaWorks Radio stations director as reported by CNN said: "Michael Jackson isn't currently on any MediaWorks Radio stations' playlists. This is a reflection of our audiences and their preferences -- it is our job to ensure our radio stations are playing the music people want to hear." Rival broadcaster NZME also will not be playing the late pop star's music. "NZME station playlists change from week to week and right now Michael Jackson does not feature on them," NZME entertainment director Dean Buchanan told the New Zealand Herald, which is owned by NZME A spokesman for Radio NZ, a publicly-funded broadcaster, said it would only play Jackson if it was "part of a news story or to provide colour around a commentary piece." In Canada, three major Montreal-based radio stations have also stopped playing Jackson's music, according to Canadian news outlet CBC. Other stations in Canada are reported to be monitoring the situation.

Michael Jackson songs dropped from radio stations in New Zealand, Canada after controversial film

Michael Jackson's brothers say accusers' film neglects facts

<p>Two days after HBO released the<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495"> trailer of </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495">documentary</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/trailer-of-michael-jacksons-controversial-documentary-leaving-neverland-is-out-198495"> ‘Leaving Neverland’ </a>that is based on the alleged sexual assault of two men, Wade Robson and James Safechuck by Michael Jackson when they were children, the makers have been served with a lawsuit by the late star’s estate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Michael Jackson’s estate has sued HBO for US $100 million over the network’s plan to air the documentary next month. It claims that the film if aired, would breach non-disparagement language in a pact that allowed the channel to show ‘Michael Jackson in Concert in Bucharest: The Dangerous Tour’, in 1992.</p>

<p>According to the report published in The Hollywood Reporter, the lawsuit reads: "HBO promised that 'HBO shall not make any disparaging remarks concerning performer or any of his representatives, agents, or business practices or do any act that may harm or disparage or cause to lower in esteem the reputation or public image of Performer. Other provisions in the agreement require HBO to notify and consult with Jackson and Optimum Productions if it wishes to air additional programming about Jackson.”</p>

<p>The lawsuit opened with: "Michael Jackson is innocent. Period."</p>

<p>The documentary first came to the news when the director of the film, Dan Reed, took the documentary to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leaving-neverland-documentary-on-michael-jacksons-alleged-sexual-abuse-of-two-leave-critics-baffled-193335">Sundance Film festival where it received rave reviews.</a> Many critics were left shocked.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film deals with longtime accusations of sexual abuse raised by Wade Robson, now 36, and James Safechuck, now 40.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The estate had then too<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-family-defends-late-singer-over-sexual-abuse-claims-calls-film-public-lynching-193567"> slammed the film and condemned the director </a>for not speaking with anyone from the late singer’s family before making it. “Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate had said in an earlier statement.</p>

<p>The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, HBO has responded to the lawsuit and said that this will not affect their support of the documentary. The statement read: "Despite the desperate lengths taken to undermine the film, our plans remain unchanged. HBO will move forward with the airing of 'Leaving Neverland', the two-part documentary, on March 3 and 4. This will allow everyone the opportunity to assess the film and the claims in it for themselves.”</p>

<p>‘Leaving Neverland’ is set to air in the format of a two-part documentary, on March 3 and 4, 2019.&nbsp;</p>


Two days after HBO released the trailer of documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that is based on the alleged sexual assault of two men, Wade Robson and James Safechuck by Michael Jackson when they were children, the makers have been served with a lawsuit by the late star’s estate.

Two days after HBO released the trailer of documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ that is based on the alleged sexual assault of two men, Wade Robson and James Safechuck by Michael Jackson when they were children, the makers have been served with a lawsuit by the late star’s estate. Michael Jackson’s estate has sued HBO for US $100 million over the network’s plan to air the documentary next month. It claims that the film if aired, would breach non-disparagement language in a pact that allowed the channel to show ‘Michael Jackson in Concert in Bucharest: The Dangerous Tour’, in 1992. According to the report published in The Hollywood Reporter, the lawsuit reads: "HBO promised that 'HBO shall not make any disparaging remarks concerning performer or any of his representatives, agents, or business practices or do any act that may harm or disparage or cause to lower in esteem the reputation or public image of Performer. Other provisions in the agreement require HBO to notify and consult with Jackson and Optimum Productions if it wishes to air additional programming about Jackson.” The lawsuit opened with: "Michael Jackson is innocent. Period." The documentary first came to the news when the director of the film, Dan Reed, took the documentary to Sundance Film festival where it received rave reviews. Many critics were left shocked. The film deals with longtime accusations of sexual abuse raised by Wade Robson, now 36, and James Safechuck, now 40. The estate had then too slammed the film and condemned the director for not speaking with anyone from the late singer’s family before making it. “Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate had said in an earlier statement. The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.” Meanwhile, HBO has responded to the lawsuit and said that this will not affect their support of the documentary. The statement read: "Despite the desperate lengths taken to undermine the film, our plans remain unchanged. HBO will move forward with the airing of 'Leaving Neverland', the two-part documentary, on March 3 and 4. This will allow everyone the opportunity to assess the film and the claims in it for themselves.” ‘Leaving Neverland’ is set to air in the format of a two-part documentary, on March 3 and 4, 2019.

Michael Jackson estate sues HBO for $100 million over sexual abuse documentary 'Leaving Neverland'

<p>A new trailer of Michael Jackson’s documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ is out. HBO and Channel 4 will air the documentary next month even after Jackson’s estate threatened the makers and asked for it to not air as it is an "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame.</p>

<p>The film details on the testimonies of two men James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film first came into public view at the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leaving-neverland-documentary-on-michael-jacksons-alleged-sexual-abuse-of-two-leave-critics-baffled-193335">Sundance Film Festival where critics and audiences were shaken</a> and called it “devastating”. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Defending the film, director Dan Reed told Variety: “This is not a movie about Michael Jackson” and added, “This is not a movie about Michael Jackson abusing little boys. It’s a movie about two families and how two families came to terms with what their sons revealed to them many years after Jackson died.”</p>

<p>According to the director, the film ‘Leaving Neverland’ reportedly goes into graphic and disturbing details accusing the singer of sexually abusing the two inside the bedroom. As per reports, Robson and Safechuck share their story through research and evidence that make it bring forward their compelling points.</p>

<p>Watch the trailer:</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R_Ze8LjzV7Q" width="620"></iframe></p>

<p>Meanwhile, the estate wrote a long letter to the HBO <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-family-defends-late-singer-over-sexual-abuse-claims-calls-film-public-lynching-193567">denying all allegations </a>and condemning the director for not speaking with anyone from the late singer’s family before making it.&nbsp;“Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate said in a statement.</p>

<p>The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.”</p>


A new trailer of Michael Jackson’s documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ is out. HBO and Channel 4 will air the documentary next month even after Jackson’s estate threatened the makers and asked for it to not air as it is an "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame.

A new trailer of Michael Jackson’s documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ is out. HBO and Channel 4 will air the documentary next month even after Jackson’s estate threatened the makers and asked for it to not air as it is an "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame. The film details on the testimonies of two men James Safechuck and Wade Robson who allege that the late pop singer abused them as children. The film first came into public view at the Sundance Film Festival where critics and audiences were shaken and called it “devastating”. Defending the film, director Dan Reed told Variety: “This is not a movie about Michael Jackson” and added, “This is not a movie about Michael Jackson abusing little boys. It’s a movie about two families and how two families came to terms with what their sons revealed to them many years after Jackson died.” According to the director, the film ‘Leaving Neverland’ reportedly goes into graphic and disturbing details accusing the singer of sexually abusing the two inside the bedroom. As per reports, Robson and Safechuck share their story through research and evidence that make it bring forward their compelling points. Watch the trailer: Meanwhile, the estate wrote a long letter to the HBO denying all allegations and condemning the director for not speaking with anyone from the late singer’s family before making it. “Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate said in a statement. The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.”

Trailer of controversial Michael Jackson documentary 'Leaving Neverland' is out!

<p>As HBO announced the premiere date for the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leaving-neverland-documentary-on-michael-jacksons-alleged-sexual-abuse-of-two-leave-critics-baffled-193335">controversial documentary on Michael Jackson</a>, ‘Leaving Neverland’, the late singer’s estate has sent a letter to UK’s Channel 4 reportedly, warning them that the docu-film violates the network’s programming guidelines.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a report published in the Associated Press, a letter written by Jackson’s estate attorney Howard Weitzman states that ‘Leaving Neverland,’ set to air in early March, makes no attempt at getting a response to the accusers from Jackson's estate, family, friends or others who have defended his reputation as required by the channel's standards for factual programming and basic journalistic ethics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It cites that the show before being made public must allow "those concerned be given an appropriate and timely opportunity to respond” as it makes “significant allegations”. It states: "I think we can all agree that the false allegations being made in your 'documentary' are 'significant allegations,"' and adds, "it is hard to imagine more significant accusations that can possibly be made against anyone."</p>

<p>"This includes persons mentioned by name in your 'documentary' as having 'replaced' Robson and Safechuck as Jackson's supposed victims of abuse. Those named persons eloquently and publicly deny ever being abused," the letter states.</p>

<p>HBO announced that the documentary will premiere in two parts on March 3 and March 4. It was first showcased at the Sundance Film Festival this year where it caught the attention of Hollywood biggies and critics. The estate had then too, called it <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jackson-estate-slams-as-pathetic-abuse-claims-in-new-documentary-189510">“public lynching”</a> and that it didn’t have “a shred of proof or single piece of physical evidence.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the uninitiated, the docu-film on late iconic singer Michael Jackson delves into the claims of two men sexually abused as kids by the singer in their growing up years. It is a four-hour long piece that was showcased at the festival. Made by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, it is about their story as they were allegedly abused by the pop star.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the film’s director Dan Reed addressed the criticism from the estate previously, saying in a statement that he intentionally focused on just Robson and Safechuck. He said, "Anyone who sees the film will know it is solely about hearing the stories of two specific individuals and their families in their own words, and that is a focus we are very proud of.”</p>


As HBO announced the premiere date for the controversial documentary on Michael Jackson, ‘Leaving Neverland’, the late singer’s estate has sent a letter to UK’s Channel 4 reportedly, warning them that the docu-film violates the network’s programming guidelines.

As HBO announced the premiere date for the controversial documentary on Michael Jackson, ‘Leaving Neverland’, the late singer’s estate has sent a letter to UK’s Channel 4 reportedly, warning them that the docu-film violates the network’s programming guidelines. As per a report published in the Associated Press, a letter written by Jackson’s estate attorney Howard Weitzman states that ‘Leaving Neverland,’ set to air in early March, makes no attempt at getting a response to the accusers from Jackson's estate, family, friends or others who have defended his reputation as required by the channel's standards for factual programming and basic journalistic ethics. It cites that the show before being made public must allow "those concerned be given an appropriate and timely opportunity to respond” as it makes “significant allegations”. It states: "I think we can all agree that the false allegations being made in your 'documentary' are 'significant allegations,"' and adds, "it is hard to imagine more significant accusations that can possibly be made against anyone." "This includes persons mentioned by name in your 'documentary' as having 'replaced' Robson and Safechuck as Jackson's supposed victims of abuse. Those named persons eloquently and publicly deny ever being abused," the letter states. HBO announced that the documentary will premiere in two parts on March 3 and March 4. It was first showcased at the Sundance Film Festival this year where it caught the attention of Hollywood biggies and critics. The estate had then too, called it “public lynching” and that it didn’t have “a shred of proof or single piece of physical evidence.” For the uninitiated, the docu-film on late iconic singer Michael Jackson delves into the claims of two men sexually abused as kids by the singer in their growing up years. It is a four-hour long piece that was showcased at the festival. Made by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, it is about their story as they were allegedly abused by the pop star. Meanwhile, the film’s director Dan Reed addressed the criticism from the estate previously, saying in a statement that he intentionally focused on just Robson and Safechuck. He said, "Anyone who sees the film will know it is solely about hearing the stories of two specific individuals and their families in their own words, and that is a focus we are very proud of.”

Makers to release Michael Jackson film on March 3, late singer's estate complains of telecast violation

<p>As a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leaving-neverland-documentary-on-michael-jacksons-alleged-sexual-abuse-of-two-leave-critics-baffled-193335">new documentary </a>on Michael Jackson titled ‘Leaving Neverland’ becomes the talk of the town, the family of the late iconic singer on January 28 described people’s reaction to it as “public lynching” and said he was "100 per cent innocent" of sexual abuse accusations as claimed by the film.</p>

<p>The documentary featured in Sundance Film Festival where it caught the fancy of critics who gave it a standing ovation and were apparently left teary-eyed. It explores claims of two children (now grown men) who allege of being sexually abused by the late singer in his bedroom. They were apparently wooed by the ‘Thriller’ singer and sexually abused when they were 7 and 10 years old.</p>

<p>In response to this, the statement from Michael Jackson’s estate referring to the singer as "our brother and son” read: "furious that the media, who without a shred of proof or single piece of physical evidence, chose to believe the word of two admitted liars over the word of hundreds of families and friends around the world who spent time with Michael, many at Neverland, and experienced his legendary kindness and global generosity."</p>

<p>"We can't just stand by while this public lynching goes on," the statement added.</p>

<p>Director Dan Reed of the film stood by its content and said, "If there's anything we've learned during this time in our history, it's that sexual abuse is complicated, and survivors' voices need to be listened to.”</p>

<p>The documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ has Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who describe their relationships with Jackson in graphic detail and said that as young boys they loved the singer. Meanwhile, both had filed lawsuits against the Jackson estate alleging sexual misconduct after the singer's death and both cases were dismissed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In another news, Jackson was acquitted at a 2005 criminal trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old boy, at his Neverland ranch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jackson&nbsp;died at 50 of an overdose of an anaesthetic he used as a sleep aid triggered a surge in record sales.</p>


As a new documentary on Michael Jackson titled ‘Leaving Neverland’ becomes the talk of the town, the family of the late iconic singer on January 28 described people’s reaction to it as “public lynching” and said he was "100 per cent innocent" of sexual abuse accusations as claimed by the film.

As a new documentary on Michael Jackson titled ‘Leaving Neverland’ becomes the talk of the town, the family of the late iconic singer on January 28 described people’s reaction to it as “public lynching” and said he was "100 per cent innocent" of sexual abuse accusations as claimed by the film. The documentary featured in Sundance Film Festival where it caught the fancy of critics who gave it a standing ovation and were apparently left teary-eyed. It explores claims of two children (now grown men) who allege of being sexually abused by the late singer in his bedroom. They were apparently wooed by the ‘Thriller’ singer and sexually abused when they were 7 and 10 years old. In response to this, the statement from Michael Jackson’s estate referring to the singer as "our brother and son” read: "furious that the media, who without a shred of proof or single piece of physical evidence, chose to believe the word of two admitted liars over the word of hundreds of families and friends around the world who spent time with Michael, many at Neverland, and experienced his legendary kindness and global generosity." "We can't just stand by while this public lynching goes on," the statement added. Director Dan Reed of the film stood by its content and said, "If there's anything we've learned during this time in our history, it's that sexual abuse is complicated, and survivors' voices need to be listened to.” The documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ has Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who describe their relationships with Jackson in graphic detail and said that as young boys they loved the singer. Meanwhile, both had filed lawsuits against the Jackson estate alleging sexual misconduct after the singer's death and both cases were dismissed. In another news, Jackson was acquitted at a 2005 criminal trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old boy, at his Neverland ranch. Jackson died at 50 of an overdose of an anaesthetic he used as a sleep aid triggered a surge in record sales.

Michael Jackson's family defends late singer over sexual abuse claims, says new film is 'public lynching'

<p>A dark documentary on late iconic singer Michael Jackson is currently in news for its content as it delves into the claims of two men sexually abused as kids by the singer in their growing up years. The docu-feature is a four-hour long piece that was showcased at the Sundance Film Festival where it caught the attention of Hollywood biggies and critics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Made by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, it is about their story as they were allegedly abused by the pop star. It’s called the ‘Leaving Neverland’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>‘Leaving Neverland’ reportedly goes into graphic and disturbing details accusing the singer of sexually abusing the two inside the bedroom. As per reports, Robson and Safechuck share their story through research and evidence that make it bring forward their compelling points.</p>

<p>The documentary got a&nbsp;standing ovation by the critics at the Sundance Film Festival.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Jackson estate has issued a statement slamming the movie. “Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate said in a statement.</p>

<p>The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.”</p>

<p>They claim that the motive behind participating in a documentary “has always been about money – millions of dollars – dating back to 2013 when both Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who share the same law firm, launched their unsuccessful claims against Michael’s Estate.”</p>

<p>“We are extremely sympathetic to any legitimate victim of child abuse. This film, however, does those victims a disservice. Now that Michael is no longer here to defend himself, Robson, Safechuck and their lawyers continue their efforts to achieve notoriety and a payday by smearing him with the same allegations a jury found him innocent of when he was alive,” the statement read<br />
&nbsp;</p>


A dark documentary on late iconic singer Michael Jackson is currently in news for its content as it delves into the claims of two men sexually abused as kids by the singer in their growing up years.

A dark documentary on late iconic singer Michael Jackson is currently in news for its content as it delves into the claims of two men sexually abused as kids by the singer in their growing up years. The docu-feature is a four-hour long piece that was showcased at the Sundance Film Festival where it caught the attention of Hollywood biggies and critics. Made by Wade Robson and James Safechuck, it is about their story as they were allegedly abused by the pop star. It’s called the ‘Leaving Neverland’. ‘Leaving Neverland’ reportedly goes into graphic and disturbing details accusing the singer of sexually abusing the two inside the bedroom. As per reports, Robson and Safechuck share their story through research and evidence that make it bring forward their compelling points. The documentary got a standing ovation by the critics at the Sundance Film Festival. Meanwhile, the Jackson estate has issued a statement slamming the movie. “Leaving Neverland isn’t a documentary, it is the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death. The film takes uncorroborated allegations that supposedly happened 20 years ago and treats them as fact,” the estate said in a statement. The estate also called Robson and Safechuck “admitted liars” who “provided no independent evidence and absolutely no proof in support of their accusations, which means the entire film hinges solely on the word of two perjurers.” They claim that the motive behind participating in a documentary “has always been about money – millions of dollars – dating back to 2013 when both Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who share the same law firm, launched their unsuccessful claims against Michael’s Estate.” “We are extremely sympathetic to any legitimate victim of child abuse. This film, however, does those victims a disservice. Now that Michael is no longer here to defend himself, Robson, Safechuck and their lawyers continue their efforts to achieve notoriety and a payday by smearing him with the same allegations a jury found him innocent of when he was alive,” the statement read

'Leaving Neverland': Documentary about Michael Jackson's alleged sexual abuse of 2 children catches critics' attention

<p>Paris Jackson, the only daughter of late singer Michael Jackson, on Wednesday, played down reports that she is undergoing treatment, saying she is "happy, healthy, and better than ever."</p>

<p>Jackson, 20, said in an Instagram post that she had taken a break from work and social media. But she said, "The media is exaggerating" when it reported earlier this week that she had checked herself into a treatment facility for her "emotional and physical health."</p>

<p>"Yes I’ve taken a break from work and social media and my phone because it can be too much sometimes, and everyone deserves a break, but I am happy and healthy and feeling better than ever!" she wrote.</p>

<p>Jackson, who was just 11 years old when her father died suddenly in 2009, has spoken in the past of struggles with depression. In a 2017 interview, she said she slashed her wrists in a 2013 suicide attempt.</p>

<p>In the past two years, Jackson has forged a modelling career and made her feature film acting debut in the dark comedy "Gringo." Last year she formed a band called The Soundflowers. Her mother is Debbie Rowe, who was married to Michael Jackson for about three years.</p>


Paris Jackson, the only daughter of late singer Michael Jackson, on Wednesday, played down reports that she is undergoing treatment, saying she is "happy, healthy, and better than ever.

Paris Jackson, the only daughter of late singer Michael Jackson, on Wednesday, played down reports that she is undergoing treatment, saying she is "happy, healthy, and better than ever." Jackson, 20, said in an Instagram post that she had taken a break from work and social media. But she said, "The media is exaggerating" when it reported earlier this week that she had checked herself into a treatment facility for her "emotional and physical health." "Yes I’ve taken a break from work and social media and my phone because it can be too much sometimes, and everyone deserves a break, but I am happy and healthy and feeling better than ever!" she wrote. Jackson, who was just 11 years old when her father died suddenly in 2009, has spoken in the past of struggles with depression. In a 2017 interview, she said she slashed her wrists in a 2013 suicide attempt. In the past two years, Jackson has forged a modelling career and made her feature film acting debut in the dark comedy "Gringo." Last year she formed a band called The Soundflowers. Her mother is Debbie Rowe, who was married to Michael Jackson for about three years.

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris rubbishes reports of undergoing treatment, says 'I am happy and healthy'

<p>Michael Jackson's estate on Thursday condemned on Thursday an upcoming documentary about alleged child sexual abuse by the late singer as another "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame.</p>

<p>The documentary 'Leaving Neverland' will be screened at the Sundance independent film festival later this month and will be shown on cable channel HBO and Britain's Channel 4 television network this spring, festival organizers and HBO said.</p>

<p>It features interviews with two men, now in their 30s, who say they were befriended by the singer and sexually abused by him when they were young boys, according to the filmmakers.</p>

<p>The 'Thriller' singer, who died in 2009, was acquitted at a 2005 criminal trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old boy, at his Neverland ranch.</p>

<p>The documentary focuses on the experiences of Wade Robson and James Safechuck. Both men filed lawsuits against the Jackson estate alleging sexual misconduct after the singer's death and both cases were dismissed. Robson had testified at Jackson's 2005 trial in the singer's defence.</p>

<p>"This so called ‘documentary’ is just another rehash of dated and discredited allegations," Jackson's estate said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is yet another lurid production in an outrageous and pathetic attempt to exploit and cash in on Michael Jackson."</p>

<p>Director Dan Reed said he had no question about the validity of the stories of the two men.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If there’s anything we’ve learned during this time in our history, it’s that sexual abuse is complicated, and survivors’ voices need to be listened to," he said in a statement.</p>

<p>Jackson's sudden death at age 50 of an overdose of the anesthetic that he was using as a sleep aid triggered worldwide grief and a surge in record sales.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to an annual Forbes survey, Jackson has been the top-earning dead celebrity for the past six years. In 2018, Forbes estimated he earned $400 million, thanks to the sale of his stake in EMI Music Publishing and other ventures including a television special and the Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil show 'One.'</p>


Michael Jackson's estate on Thursday condemned on Thursday an upcoming documentary about alleged child sexual abuse by the late singer as another "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame.

Michael Jackson's estate on Thursday condemned on Thursday an upcoming documentary about alleged child sexual abuse by the late singer as another "outrageous and pathetic attempt" to cash in on his fame. The documentary 'Leaving Neverland' will be screened at the Sundance independent film festival later this month and will be shown on cable channel HBO and Britain's Channel 4 television network this spring, festival organizers and HBO said. It features interviews with two men, now in their 30s, who say they were befriended by the singer and sexually abused by him when they were young boys, according to the filmmakers. The 'Thriller' singer, who died in 2009, was acquitted at a 2005 criminal trial in California on charges of molesting a different, 13-year-old boy, at his Neverland ranch. The documentary focuses on the experiences of Wade Robson and James Safechuck. Both men filed lawsuits against the Jackson estate alleging sexual misconduct after the singer's death and both cases were dismissed. Robson had testified at Jackson's 2005 trial in the singer's defence. "This so called ‘documentary’ is just another rehash of dated and discredited allegations," Jackson's estate said in a statement. "This is yet another lurid production in an outrageous and pathetic attempt to exploit and cash in on Michael Jackson." Director Dan Reed said he had no question about the validity of the stories of the two men. "If there’s anything we’ve learned during this time in our history, it’s that sexual abuse is complicated, and survivors’ voices need to be listened to," he said in a statement. Jackson's sudden death at age 50 of an overdose of the anesthetic that he was using as a sleep aid triggered worldwide grief and a surge in record sales. According to an annual Forbes survey, Jackson has been the top-earning dead celebrity for the past six years. In 2018, Forbes estimated he earned $400 million, thanks to the sale of his stake in EMI Music Publishing and other ventures including a television special and the Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil show 'One.'

Michael Jackson's estate slams as 'pathetic' abuse claims in new documentary

<p>Sundance Film Festival has added the world premiere of the documentary 'Leaving Neverland' to its lineup.</p>

<p>The documentary focuses on sexual abuse allegations against the late pop legend Michael Jackson, Variety reported.</p>

<p>Produced and directed by Dan Reed, the film describes how Jackson allegedly began relationships with two boys, aged 7 and 10. The two, now in their 30s, claim they were sexually abused by Jackson and reveal how they have come to terms with it years later.</p>

<p>In response to the announcement, representatives for the Jackson estate issues a statement, "This is yet another lurid production in an outrageous and pathetic attempt to exploit and cash in on Michael Jackson."</p>

<p>The 'Neverland' in the film refers to the Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara County Calif., where the pop legend lived between 1988 and 2003 and was raided by law enforcement officers in 2003 in connection with molestation accusations against Jackson by a 13-year-old boy.</p>

<p>Jackson was acquitted by jurors of all 14 criminal counts against him in state court in 2005.</p>

<p>'Leaving Neverland' will screen in the special event category at the festival in two parts, totalling nearly four hours, followed by a Q&amp;A with the filmmakers.&nbsp;<br />
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Sundance Film Festival has added the world premiere of the documentary 'Leaving Neverland' to its lineup. The documentary focuses on sexual abuse allegations against the late pop legend Michael Jackson, Variety reported.

Sundance Film Festival has added the world premiere of the documentary 'Leaving Neverland' to its lineup. The documentary focuses on sexual abuse allegations against the late pop legend Michael Jackson, Variety reported. Produced and directed by Dan Reed, the film describes how Jackson allegedly began relationships with two boys, aged 7 and 10. The two, now in their 30s, claim they were sexually abused by Jackson and reveal how they have come to terms with it years later. In response to the announcement, representatives for the Jackson estate issues a statement, "This is yet another lurid production in an outrageous and pathetic attempt to exploit and cash in on Michael Jackson." The 'Neverland' in the film refers to the Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara County Calif., where the pop legend lived between 1988 and 2003 and was raided by law enforcement officers in 2003 in connection with molestation accusations against Jackson by a 13-year-old boy. Jackson was acquitted by jurors of all 14 criminal counts against him in state court in 2005. 'Leaving Neverland' will screen in the special event category at the festival in two parts, totalling nearly four hours, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

'Leaving Neverland': Sexual abuse documentary on Michael Jackson to premiere in Sundance Film Festival

<p>Janet Jackson finally won her place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday when the pop singer was named as one of seven music acts to be getting a place in music history.</p>

<p>Jackson, 52, the younger sister of the late Michael Jackson, will join Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks and five British bands - Def Leppard, Roxy Music, Radiohead, The Cure and The Zombies - as the latest inductees, the Rock Hall announced.</p>

<p>Billboard magazine said it was the biggest British line-up in the 33-year history of the Cleveland-based Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.</p>

<p>Janet Jackson, a five-time Grammy Award winner, had been nominated twice previously, but never made the cut with the 1,000 artists, historians and members of the music industry who select the inductees.</p>

<p>"We did it u guys. Thank U for all your love and support," Jackson tweeted on Thursday.</p>

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<p>Nicks, 70, a two-time Grammy winner known for her haunting vocal style, was inducted into the Hall 20 years ago as a member of the popular 1970s group Fleetwood Mac. She will be inducted this time for her solo career.</p>

<p>All seven acts will be formally inducted at a ceremony in Brooklyn, New York on March 29. Artists must have released their first recording at least 25 years ago to be eligible for induction.</p>

<p>"What a way to wrap up an incredible year," tweeted Glam metal band Def Leppard, which formed in 1977 in northern England and toured North America and the UK in 2018.</p>

<p>The Zombies, formed near London in 1961 and best known for their hit singles 'She`s Not There,' and 'Time of the Season,'&nbsp;were part of the British invasion of pop music that made it big in the United States in the 1960s along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Kinks.</p>

<p>"I know it’s fashionable in some circles to say, `I don`t mind whether I get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame or not,` but that is not how I`ve ever felt," Zombies co-founder Rod Argent posted on the band`s Instagram account.</p>


Janet Jackson finally won her place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday when the pop singer was named as one of seven music acts to be getting a place in music history.

Janet Jackson finally won her place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday when the pop singer was named as one of seven music acts to be getting a place in music history. Jackson, 52, the younger sister of the late Michael Jackson, will join Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks and five British bands - Def Leppard, Roxy Music, Radiohead, The Cure and The Zombies - as the latest inductees, the Rock Hall announced. Billboard magazine said it was the biggest British line-up in the 33-year history of the Cleveland-based Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Janet Jackson, a five-time Grammy Award winner, had been nominated twice previously, but never made the cut with the 1,000 artists, historians and members of the music industry who select the inductees. "We did it u guys. Thank U for all your love and support," Jackson tweeted on Thursday. View this post on Instagram We did it u guys 💜 Thank U for all your love and support. #RockHall2019 A post shared by Janet Jackson (@janetjackson) on Dec 13, 2018 at 5:05am PST × Nicks, 70, a two-time Grammy winner known for her haunting vocal style, was inducted into the Hall 20 years ago as a member of the popular 1970s group Fleetwood Mac. She will be inducted this time for her solo career. All seven acts will be formally inducted at a ceremony in Brooklyn, New York on March 29. Artists must have released their first recording at least 25 years ago to be eligible for induction. "What a way to wrap up an incredible year," tweeted Glam metal band Def Leppard, which formed in 1977 in northern England and toured North America and the UK in 2018. The Zombies, formed near London in 1961 and best known for their hit singles 'She`s Not There,' and 'Time of the Season,' were part of the British invasion of pop music that made it big in the United States in the 1960s along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Kinks. "I know it’s fashionable in some circles to say, `I don`t mind whether I get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame or not,` but that is not how I`ve ever felt," Zombies co-founder Rod Argent posted on the band`s Instagram account.

Janet Jackson gets Rock Hall of Fame place on British-heavy list

<p>Michael Jackson`s estate sued ABC on Wednesday, arguing that a special network aired last week about the pop singer`s final days used his songs and music videos without permission.</p>

<p>The copyright infringement lawsuit, which also names ABC`s corporate parent Walt Disney Co&nbsp;as a defendant, was filed in Los Angeles federal court and took aim at "The Last Days of Michael Jackson," a two-hour show broadcast on May 24.</p>

<p>The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages.</p>

<p>"Like Disney, the lifeblood of the estate`s business is its intellectual property," the complaint said. "Yet for some reason, Disney decided it could just use the estate`s most valuable intellectual property for free."</p>

<p>A spokesperson of the network said the company had not yet reviewed the lawsuit but defended the broadcast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The ABC News documentary explored the life, career, and legacy of Michael Jackson, who remains of great interest to people worldwide, and did not infringe on his estate’s rights," the spokesperson said via e-mail.</p>

<p>Jackson, known as the "King of Pop," died in 2009 from a prescription drug overdose at age 50.</p>

<p>The estate raised objections to the show before it aired last week. According to the lawsuit, a lawyer for Disney told the estate the special`s use of copyrighted music was 'fair use'&nbsp;because of its documentary nature, an argument the estate called 'absurd'.</p>

<p>"If Disney`s position on fair use of the estate`s copyrights were accepted, a network, studio or producer could make a documentary about Walt Disney, and spend most of the documentary`s time using, without Disney`s permission, extensive clips of Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney, and Disney movies," the lawsuit said.</p>

<p>The show employed "at least 30 different copyrighted works," according to the lawsuit, including hit songs like "Billie Jean" and "Thriller" and video footage owned by the estate.</p>

<p>Jackson has led Forbes` list of the highest-earning dead celebrities five years running, with an estimated $75 million last year thanks to a Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas and a new posthumous album, among other sources of revenue.</p>


The network's spokesperson said the company had not yet reviewed the lawsuit but defended the broadcast.

Michael Jackson`s estate sued ABC on Wednesday, arguing that a special network aired last week about the pop singer`s final days used his songs and music videos without permission. The copyright infringement lawsuit, which also names ABC`s corporate parent Walt Disney Co as a defendant, was filed in Los Angeles federal court and took aim at "The Last Days of Michael Jackson," a two-hour show broadcast on May 24. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages. "Like Disney, the lifeblood of the estate`s business is its intellectual property," the complaint said. "Yet for some reason, Disney decided it could just use the estate`s most valuable intellectual property for free." A spokesperson of the network said the company had not yet reviewed the lawsuit but defended the broadcast. "The ABC News documentary explored the life, career, and legacy of Michael Jackson, who remains of great interest to people worldwide, and did not infringe on his estate’s rights," the spokesperson said via e-mail. Jackson, known as the "King of Pop," died in 2009 from a prescription drug overdose at age 50. The estate raised objections to the show before it aired last week. According to the lawsuit, a lawyer for Disney told the estate the special`s use of copyrighted music was 'fair use' because of its documentary nature, an argument the estate called 'absurd'. "If Disney`s position on fair use of the estate`s copyrights were accepted, a network, studio or producer could make a documentary about Walt Disney, and spend most of the documentary`s time using, without Disney`s permission, extensive clips of Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney, and Disney movies," the lawsuit said. The show employed "at least 30 different copyrighted works," according to the lawsuit, including hit songs like "Billie Jean" and "Thriller" and video footage owned by the estate. Jackson has led Forbes` list of the highest-earning dead celebrities five years running, with an estimated $75 million last year thanks to a Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas and a new posthumous album, among other sources of revenue.

Michael Jackson's estate sues network for copyright infringement

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ab-de-villiers-retires-from-all-forms-of-cricket-with-immediate-effect-says-i-am-tired-139205">AB de Villiers retires from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, says 'I am tired'</a></p>

<p>South African cricketer AB de Villiers announced retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, on Wednesday.</p>

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<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/hd-kumaraswamy-sworn-in-as-karnataka-cm-amid-opposition-show-of-unity-139226">HD Kumaraswamy sworn in as Karnataka CM amid opposition show of unity</a></p>

<p>After swearing in, Kumaraswamy will have to prove majority on the floor of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on May 25.&nbsp<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/video-in-tns-thootukudi-where-11-died-police-allegedly-used-assault-rifles-to-shoot-at-protesters-139084">Video: In Tamil Nadu's Tuticorin where 11 died, police allegedly used assault rifles to shoot at protesters</a></p>

<p>Thousands of people had hit the streets of Thootukudi (earlier called Tuticorin) Tuesday.</p>

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<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/rohingya-militants-killed-hindu-villagers-in-myanmar-violence-amnesty-international-139009">Rohingya militants killed Hindu villagers in Myanmar: Amnesty International</a></p>

<p>Senior UN&nbspofficials have said the response amounted to ethnic cleansing and that Myanmar's security forces may have committed genocide.</p>

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<p><br />
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/entertainment-heres-how-michael-jackson-managed-to-pull-off-the-famous-anti-gravity-tilt-139181">Here's how Michael Jackson managed to pull off the famous anti-gravity tilt</a></p>

<p>According to scientists, the most accomplished dancers can also achieve a tilt of 25 to 3o degrees. So how did Jackson achieve the unachievable?&nbsp</p>

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Senior UN officials have said the response amounted to ethnic cleansing and that Myanmar's security forces may have committed genocide.

AB de Villiers retires from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, says 'I am tired' South African cricketer AB de Villiers announced retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, on Wednesday. HD Kumaraswamy sworn in as Karnataka CM amid opposition show of unity After swearing in, Kumaraswamy will have to prove majority on the floor of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on May 25. Video: In Tamil Nadu's Tuticorin where 11 died, police allegedly used assault rifles to shoot at protesters Thousands of people had hit the streets of Thootukudi (earlier called Tuticorin) Tuesday. Rohingya militants killed Hindu villagers in Myanmar: Amnesty International Senior UN&nbspofficials have said the response amounted to ethnic cleansing and that Myanmar's security forces may have committed genocide. Here's how Michael Jackson managed to pull off the famous anti-gravity tilt According to scientists, the most accomplished dancers can also achieve a tilt of 25 to 3o degrees. So how did Jackson achieve the unachievable?

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