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Paris Jackson Has Words For Trolls Talking About Her Dad, Janet Jackson On Working On ‘Scream With Michael in His NYC Apartment,' Who Will Play the Jackson Family in the Biopic? What James Brown’s Daughters Say About Michael Jackson and Much More Michael Jackson News

Paris Jackson Has Words For Trolls Talking About Her Dad, Janet Jackson On Working On ‘Scream With Michael in His NYC Apartment,' Who Will Play the Jackson Family in the Biopic? What James Brown’s Daughters Say About Michael Jackson and Much More Michael Jackson News

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As two of the most influential artists in music history, Michael and Janet Jackson have achieved unparalleled success. Alongside his brothers in The Jackson 5, Michael became famous at a very young age. Meanwhile, Janet broke into the mainstream with her iconic 1986 album “Control.” — Stephanie Holland

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Photo: Kevin Winter, Dimitrios Kambouris, Tim Whitby (Getty Images)

Over the years, we’ve heard all kinds of stories about the long-running rivalry between Prince and Michael Jackson. We’ve actually heard so many crazy tales, it’s hard to distinguish truth from fiction. However, a new memory from will.i.am is so hilarious, we all need to assume it’s true, because it’s so funny. — Stephanie Holland

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Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson.
Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson.
Photo: Lionsgate

With production beginning on “Michael,” the biopic chronicling the life and career of Michael Jackson, we’re getting more casting news about who will portray the legendary singer’s famous family members. — Stephanie Holland

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James Brown, left; Usher, and Michael Jackson.
James Brown, left; Usher, and Michael Jackson.
Photo: Getty Images for TV Guide Channel; Derek White; Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection (Getty Images)

Ahead of A&E’s new docuseries, “James Brown: Say It Loud,” the Godfather of Soul’s daughters are reflecting on their father’s legacy and musical contributions — specifically as it relates to some of today’s musical icons and one of the largest genres. — Shanelle Genai

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Front cover of the ‘USA for Africa We are the World’ record album, the music on which was designed to raise awareness and funds for a worldwide hunger relief program, 1985.
Front cover of the ‘USA for Africa We are the World’ record album, the music on which was designed to raise awareness and funds for a worldwide hunger relief program, 1985.
Image: Blank Archives (Getty Images)

After it’s initial debut at this year’s Sundance Film Festival just last week, “The Greatest Night in Pop,”—the documentary chronicling the making of the hit 1985 song “We Are the World—is now available on Netflix. — Shanelle Genai

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Paris Jackson, left; Her father Michael Jackson.
Paris Jackson, left; Her father Michael Jackson.
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On Tuesday, the late King of Pop Michael Jackson would have turned 65. And on a day that would’ve have been somewhat bittersweet for the family—in particular his children Paris, Prince and Bigi (formerly known as Blanket)—it proved to be more bitter thanks to a handful of fans who decided to harass Paris over how she chose to commemorate the special day. — Shanelle Genai

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Despite Michael Jackson dying more than a decade ago, alleged victims of his sexual abuse are still seeking legal closure. — Noah A. McGee

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Joseph Fiennes, left; Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson.
Joseph Fiennes, left; Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson.
Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images; YouTube/Inside Edition (Getty Images)

Whether you can believe it or not, it’s been six years since Sky Arts’ decided to pull one of the episodes of their Urban Myths series due to the controversial casting of Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson. Now, the actor is speaking out about his regret in taking the role and how the decision was ultimately made for the episode to be pulled. — Shanelle Genai

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Donald Glover. a.k.a. Childish Gambino, left; Drake.
Donald Glover. a.k.a. Childish Gambino, left; Drake.
Photo: Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic; Cole Burston (Getty Images)

For all the discourse it inspired, it’s hard to imagine Donald Glover (a.k.a. Childish Gambino’s) thought-provoking, symbolic imagery-boasting, 2018 hit “This Is America” having a connection to Drake. But in a new interview, the Atlanta creator confirmed that it does—just not in the way you think. — Shanelle Genai

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Chris Brown performs at Staples Center on October 11, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
Chris Brown performs at Staples Center on October 11, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
Photo: Rich Fury (Getty Images)

In case you aren’t aware, this year marks the 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Thriller album. In commemoration of that, the production company behind the 2022 American Music Awards tapped Chris Brown and Ciara to put on a stellar dance performance as a tribute to the musical icon. But as previously reported by The Root, Brown’s set was cancelled just before the ceremony aired for “reasons unknown.” — Shanelle Genai

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As the American Music Awards prepare to go live tonight on ABC, viewers will notice the performance lineup has one fewer artist than anticipated. According to The New York Post, the AMAs have made the last minute decision to cancel Chris Brown’s Michael Jackson tribute, and neither Brown nor his most loyal supporters are happy about it. Brown took to Instagram Saturday morning to express his discontent. — Alexandra Jane

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Michael Jackson preforms before an estimated audience of 60,000 in Brunei on July 16, 1996.
Michael Jackson preforms before an estimated audience of 60,000 in Brunei on July 16, 1996.
Photo: FRANCIS Sylvain/AFP (Getty Images)

At least $1 million worth of property that’s related or belonging to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, is now at the center of a new lawsuit. — Shanelle Genai

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In honor of Spooky SZN, and to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Thriller this November, Sony and the MJ Estate have announced a forthcoming untitled documentary set to center around the seminal body of work. — Shanelle Genai

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Image: Barry King / Contributor & Kevin Mazur / Contributor (Getty Images)

Yesterday would have been Michael Jackson’s 64th birthday. Happy birthday genius. Last week, however old-ass Rolling Stone claimed Harry Styles carried the icon’s title of the King of Pop. Harry Styles, we love you, but you’re nowhere close to being the King, not for now. Here’s why — Amira Castilla

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 Michael Jackson (1958 - 2009) stands in a graffiti-filled subway car during the filming of the long-form music video for his song ‘Bad,’ directed by Martin Scorsese, New York, New York, November 1986.
Michael Jackson (1958 - 2009) stands in a graffiti-filled subway car during the filming of the long-form music video for his song ‘Bad,’ directed by Martin Scorsese, New York, New York, November 1986.
Photo: Vinnie Zuffante/Hulton Archive (Getty Images)

If you’re a fan of Michael Jackson’s 2010 eponymous, posthumous album, Michael, then you may notice that a couple of songs are no longer available to stream on Apple Music, Spotify or YouTube Music. — Shanelle Genai

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Michael Jackson’s estate is claiming that the late singer’s property was stolen days after his death in June 2009 by a man who was staying with him in his home in Carolwood, Calif., a new lawsuit claims. — Noah A. McGee

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31 Jan 1993: Singer Michael Jackson performs during halftime at Super Bowl XXVII between the Dallas Cowboys and the Buffalo Bills at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The Cowboys won the game, 52-17. Mandatory Credit: Mike Powell /Allsport
31 Jan 1993: Singer Michael Jackson performs during halftime at Super Bowl XXVII between the Dallas Cowboys and the Buffalo Bills at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The Cowboys won the game, 52-17. Mandatory Credit: Mike Powell /Allsport
Photo: Mike Powell/Allsport (Getty Images)

Once upon a time, the Super Bowl Halftime Show was children’s choirs and circus acts. It was nowhere near the elaborate, sponsored spectacle it is today. Then in 1993, producers offered the spot to the biggest star in the world: Michael Jackson. He said yes, literally stole the show and changed the game forever. — Stephanie Holland

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Michael Jackson re-enters the courtroom after a break during his molestation trial on April 12, 2005; Defense witness Wade Robson, arrives at Michael Jackson’s child molestation trial on May 5, 2005.
Michael Jackson re-enters the courtroom after a break during his molestation trial on April 12, 2005; Defense witness Wade Robson, arrives at Michael Jackson’s child molestation trial on May 5, 2005.
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On Monday, a Los Angeles judge ruled to dismiss a 2013 lawsuit brought against two of Michael Jackson’s entertainment companies by now-38-year-old choreographer Wade Robson, Fox News reports. — Tonja Renée Stidhum

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Pharrell performs during the Astroworld Festival at NRG Stadium on November 9, 2019.
Pharrell performs during the Astroworld Festival at NRG Stadium on November 9, 2019.
Photo: Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images (Getty Images)

Imagine Michael Jackson singing about crying over rivers. — Tonja Renée Stidhum

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Leaving Neverland (2019)
Leaving Neverland (2019)
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It looks like the legal tussle between HBO and Michael Jackson’s estate over the highly controversial documentary Leaving Neverland, which accused Jackson of sexually abusing Wade Robson and James Safechuck when they were young boys, will be heard by an arbitrator. — Tonja Renée Stidhum

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