By Andrea Dresdale & Deena Zaru Despite rumors that MTV would change the name of its prestigious Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, or not present it this year, the trophy -- with that name -- will go to Missy Elliott. Elliott will receive the honor at the 2019 MTV VMAs, which will air live Aug. 26 from Newark, New Jersey at 8 p.m. ET/PT. She'll celebrate by … [Read more...] about Missy Elliott to receive MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
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Michael Jackson Album 2019 Sales, Streams, Up Significantly Despite Documentary “Scandal” and Calls for Bans on His Music
Remember when the documentary “Leaving Neverland” looked like it was going to hurt Michael Jackson’s legacy? Remember all the calls for banning Jackson’s music from radio, from the culture? Well, it didn’t work out that way. According to numbers from BuzzAngle, Michael’s music has soared in 2019. Read the full story here. … [Read more...] about Michael Jackson Album 2019 Sales, Streams, Up Significantly Despite Documentary “Scandal” and Calls for Bans on His Music
In France, Michael Jackson fans sue over HBO documentary
Orléans (France) (AFP) - Michael Jackson fan clubs are set to sue two alleged child abuse victims of Michael Jackson in a French court this week over their claims in the recent HBO documentary "Leaving Neverland". Thursday's hearing will take place at a court in the northern city of Orleans where the Michael Jackson Community, the MJ Street and On The Line groups will … [Read more...] about In France, Michael Jackson fans sue over HBO documentary
Tributes to Michael Jackson flow on 10th death anniversary
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jackson’s estate paid tribute to his artistry and charity Tuesday as fans make final preparations for gatherings to celebrate his memory on the 10th anniversary of the King of Pop’s death. “Ten years ago today, the world lost a gifted artist and extraordinary humanitarian,” the Jackson estate said in a statement to The Associated Press. “A … [Read more...] about Tributes to Michael Jackson flow on 10th death anniversary
Michael Jackson’s popularity endures, even after new scandal
By Jonathan Landrum Jr., AP Entertainment Writer The documentary "Leaving Neverland" presented a disturbing depiction of Michael Jackson as a child molester, but the initial wave of negative publicity hasn't greatly diminished the King of Pop's image or the enduring popularity of his music. Many believe Jackson's musical legacy is still going strong as Tuesday's … [Read more...] about Michael Jackson’s popularity endures, even after new scandal