TMZ, the site that broke news of Michael Jackson’s death, is claiming that sources say the LAPD is already treating Michael Jackson’s death as a homicide, and they are focusing on Dr Conrad Murray and the anesthesia drug Propofol.
Michael Jackson
Washed up with the Jackson detritus
In the blinding wake of Michael Jackson’s death I collected a couple of odd, polar-opposite items — his relationship to Miles Davis … and Curly.
After Michael Jackson Part 3: The tease of a new studio album
Popular culture commentator Ross Stapleton examines the life (and after-life) of Michael Jackson in a five-part series. Today, the third instalment .
After Michael Jackson Part 2: Beatles become Jackson’s security blanket
Popular culture commentator Ross Stapleton examines life after Michael Jackson in a five-part series. Today, the second instalment.
After Michael Jackson Part 1: where there’s a will…
Even by Elvis Presley standards, Jackson’s dying has provided one sensation after another. Ross Stapleton has written a five-part examination of life after Michael Jackson. Today, the first instalment.
LA begs for alms to pay for Michael Jackson memorial
Los Angeles faces its greatest financial crisis in 75 years, with an estimated budget deficit of $530 million. So how to pay for the Michael Jackson memorial? asks Binoy Kampmark.
Media ignores Jackson’s dark side
What truly floored me in the past week or so has been the complete sidelining by the entire media of Jackson’s later life, says John Niven. You know, the bit where he was a paedophile.
Michael Jackson coverage that won’t make you feel grubby
Because people are interested in Michael Jackson’s memorial — and so are we — but we want to remain above it.
The strange business of being MJ
How does such a notoriously dysfunctional American idol receive the kind of adulatory send-off even a Pope might envy? wonders Ross Stapleton.
Jackson memorial: in death, a clean slate
At his memorial, which the media couldn’t bring itself to ignore, Michael Jackson’s better self was “sprinkled over the stage like fairy dust from Neverland”, writes Robert Lloyd.
The meaning of Michael’s pets
Just how bizarre a pet was Bubbles, really? Jackson was not the first person to use his extensive means to acquire odd animals. Far from it, says Jesse Smith.
My role in Jeff Goldblum’s death
My initial thoughts were to play on the idea of the trifecta of celebrity deaths, Farrah Fawcett having died the day before. The reason for choosing Jeff Goldblum? I don’t know really, he seems like the kind of actor someone would have a strong emotional response to.
Reporting Michael Jackson? It’s a war zone out there
What would happen if we compared the coverage of the death and funeral of Michael Jackson with the reportage of the situation in Afghanistan by Australian TV networks …. Andrew Dodd found out.
Understanding Michael Jackson: it’s what he didn’t say
Ultimately, Jackson’s non-verbal vocalisations express his identity far more successfully than his lyrics and video clips, writes Mel Campbell.
Madoff and Michael: the media circus is in town
The double feature of Michael Jackson’s death and Bernie Madoff’s imprisonment may have had us riveted, but the coverage went well beyond the parameters of acceptable journalism, argues Jon Friedman.
Tippi Hedren telepathically informs Jackson’s pet tigers of his death
Those worried about just who would break the news of Michael Jackson’s death to his pet tigers can rest easy: 79-year-old actress Tippi Hedren has let them know. Via telepathy.
Coverage of Jackson’s death “excessive”
New Pew research has found 64% of the US public found the media coverage of Michael Jackson’s death to be excessive, and a quarter believe the press focused too much on the scandals and personal problems in his life.
Michael Jackson’s Estate: saved by the Beatles
It was the best business deal he ever did — Michael Jackson’s 50% stake in Sony/ATV, which comes with about 250 Beatles songs, should save his estate from bankruptcy.
OK! mag pays $500k for Jackson death pic
OK! magazine is said to have paid US$500k for exclusive magazine rights to a photo of Michael Jackson being taken to hospital just before he died.
Michael Jackson: so many bad jokes
Maybe we can finally look forward to a future without Michael Jackson jokes … humour will be the winner, writes Ben Pobje.
Insider tells: Jackson was trying to sabotage concerts
“Like a child who doesn’t want to go to school, Michael thought he could get away from his obligations if he had a ‘note from the doctor.’” A close “confidante” to Jackson speaks with The Daily Beast.
The thorny challenge of Michael Jackson’s estate
A 2002 version of Michael Jackson’s will has been claimed as the latest. But unwinding Mr Jackson’s estate is likely to be a thorny challenge, given the size and complexity of both the assets and the debts involved.
Your Say: Daily Mail readers' feedback: Wayne Swan, Malcolm Turnbull and the Utegate fall out
Wayne Swan, Malcolm Turnbull, Utegate, Michael Jackson, Iraq, FIFA, social media and the ABC — with added climate change cage match.
Death becomes Michael Jackson?
When Elvis died there was no etiquette for handling the death of a rock superstar, says David Hepworth. Thirty years later, it’s a different story.
Video of the Day: Moonwalked — a YouTube tribute
Ever since he first walked on the moon in 1983, Michael Jackson’s signature dance move has been imitated but never beaten. Here, Slate V compiles a very YouTube tribute.
