We all knew it would happen. All sorts of MJ merchandise have been sold, are being sold, and will be sold. This time, a luxury publishing company is releasing a photo album that was actually compiled months before Michael Jackson died. Dubbed “The Official Michael Jackson Opus,” it will be ready for delivery by Christmas.
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MJ Film Approved By Judge
Later this year, Michael Jackson fans will be treated to seeing him on the big screen yet again. A judge ruled on Monday that the movie deal can push through. Columbia Pictures paid $60m for it.
Merchandise Deal for MJ’s Stuff Delayed
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff has crushed the hopes of MJ’s fans wishing to get their hands on merchandise from the King of Pop. This is only temporary, we hope, as the judge says he will decide on the issue in week or so. In the meantime, save up some more money as this merchandise will not come cheap!
Korean Newspapers Sues Jackson Estate
In what is probably the beginning of a LOT of suits against the late Michael Jackson’s estate, a South Korean newspaper is seeking about $7.9 million. It says that there has been an unpaid judgment against his brother and parents. I can’t foretell the future but in this case, I can pretty much see a lot of these suits surfacing.
Joe Jackson To Stay Out Of Grandchildren’s Lives
In a filed statement, Joe Jackson declared that he will not take an active role in raising the children of Michael Jackson. He lives in Vegas and only occasionally visits the family home, which is in San Fernando Valley near Los Angeles. Maybe it’s best?