Michael Jackson dies at age 50 from cardiac arrest

[Trixie]

Originally Posted by aabbcc

He had serious self-image issues. I don't think he would want to chance the kids looking like him. But that's just a guess, obviously.

That's what I always figured. He tried so hard to obliterate the looks he was born with..what if he had a kid who looked just like the "old" Michael?

Plus, the way he dyed the oldest boy's hair blond when he was little, makes me think he wanted him to look as white as possible.

[powerorchid]

Here he is as a kid, is that his natural hair? I think it would be pretty unlikely to have 3 kids with straight hair from this gene pool. But then, I don't know a lot about hair genetics.

[Moongirl]

Originally Posted by buttmunch

Interesting about Sharpton. I'm trying to find that because if it's true he's an even bigger dickhead than I originally thought.

VIDEO: Rev. Sharpton Laughed About Jackson During 2008 Race Discussion
Thursday July 9, 2009

Since Michael Jackson's untimely death June 25, Rev. Al Sharpton has stepped up to honor the singer, standing alongside Joe Jackson at a recent family press conference and playing an instrumental role in the late singer's BET Awards tribute and July 6 memorial, where he praised the King of Pop for having "eradicated barriers."

But last fall, Sharpton seemed to be distancing himself from the singer.

On Sept. 26, 2008, Sharpton took part in a discussion on race on the GO Fish Radio Network.

Sharpton said the African American community "cannot excuse some of our own misdeeds and behaviors on racism. It must be a balance between the society's responsibility and personal responsibility."

The host then said there is too much finger pointing when it comes to who's to blame for racism. He then quoted Jackson, saying that more people need to "take a look at the 'Man in the Mirror.'"

Sharpton then replied, "Well, just remember: You quoted Michael. I didn't."

Then they all laughed.

News - VIDEO: Rev. Sharpton Laughed About Jackson During 2008 Race Discussion | Usmagazine.com

[celeb_2006]

Originally Posted by Moongirl

VIDEO: Rev. Sharpton Laughed About Jackson During 2008 Race Discussion
Thursday July 9, 2009

Since Michael Jackson's untimely death June 25, Rev. Al Sharpton has stepped up to honor the singer, standing alongside Joe Jackson at a recent family press conference and playing an instrumental role in the late singer's BET Awards tribute and July 6 memorial, where he praised the King of Pop for having "eradicated barriers."

But last fall, Sharpton seemed to be distancing himself from the singer.

On Sept. 26, 2008, Sharpton took part in a discussion on race on the GO Fish Radio Network.

Sharpton said the African American community "cannot excuse some of our own misdeeds and behaviors on racism. It must be a balance between the society's responsibility and personal responsibility."

The host then said there is too much finger pointing when it comes to who's to blame for racism. He then quoted Jackson, saying that more people need to "take a look at the 'Man in the Mirror.'"

Sharpton then replied, "Well, just remember: You quoted Michael. I didn't."

Then they all laughed.

News - VIDEO: Rev. Sharpton Laughed About Jackson During 2008 Race Discussion | Usmagazine.com

I'm sure, as Geraldo talked about, that most of the phony celebs in attendance didn't give two shytes about MJ, especially during his trials. Now all of a sudden he's dead and those vultures come circling.

Like the comedian Eddie Griffin, I laughed when I saw his ass going to the memorial.

[olivia]

Originally Posted by powerorchid

you have to wonder what went through his head when he looked at his face in the mirror.

Go read the lyrics to Man in the Mirror with MJ's mangled face in mind. Oh creepy.

[chavah81]

Testing 1, 2, 3.. Just checking to see how far this thread goes lol!!

[olivia]

Originally Posted by Hazeleyed_Honey

C

"The poster claimed that child porn was found."

Have you seen the book called "The Boy" which MJ had in his possession (along with many others of the same ilk?) I have. It's naked boys, fully naked in water (usually), diving, bending over, wrestling, full frontal, all naked. There is no sex in it but the theme of boys buttocks is very clear - often with the boy looking over his shoulder with a "come hither" insolent stare.

I have seen it. No sex, so it cannot technically be called porn but the intent of the book is abundantly clear.

[Just a note - I used to have contacts with rare book sellers. One bought up the whole book estate of a deceased writer and found a mess of erotic books in there. He showed them to me in a kind of despair over whether to sell them and possibly be indicted for trafficking in kiddie porn. Lots of creepy stuff involving children, mostly boys.]

"He would know sleazy parents are more apt to even take allegations (if they are true) to gain money"

Bingo!! Exactly!! How many expensive gifts did MJ give to the parents of these boys? Mountains of gifts! Expensive watches, cars, nice rental apartments, clothes, furniture...MJ was buying those kids from the parents. Sleazy parents do that kind of thing - and if questioned in court, they can be called extortionists. MJ wasn't stupid.

Decent innocent parents call the cops rather than accept money. Nice innocent parents don't whore their kids for a long trip to Europe. Nice innocent parents protect their kids from predators so they can all stay innocent.

[chavah81]

Originally Posted by powerorchid

Here he is as a kid, is that his natural hair? I think it would be pretty unlikely to have 3 kids with straight hair from this gene pool. But then, I don't know a lot about hair genetics.

Looking at pics of Michael back then really make me want to cry. How sad he became what he was through the years

[AliceInWonderland]

omg ONTD members are so dumb and lame.

[*DIVA!]

Originally Posted by powerorchid

Here he is as a kid, is that his natural hair? I think it would be pretty unlikely to have 3 kids with straight hair from this gene pool. But then, I don't know a lot about hair genetics.

Yes, that's his natural hair. However, I don't know how many biracial kids you've seen..but they usually have curly or straight hair. So, it's not unlikely...

[NicoleWasHere]

Congresswoman pushes ahead on Michael Jackson resolution

Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee won't beat it. Not when it comes to honoring the late Michael Jackson.

The Texas Democrat issued a statement early this morning saying she will offer House Resolution 600 -- which honors Jackson for his humanitarian service -- despite her speaker's wishes that she drop it.

As we reported here, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on Thursday that such a resolution would be divisive and counterproductive. Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., has said he would fight to block the resolution because of the eccentric singer's lifestyle.
In her statement this morning, Jackson Lee said she talked to the King of Pop's family and she will give them time to mourn and then push for the resolution.

"This resolution is based on fact," the emailed statement read. "Speaker Pelosi is my dear friend and she recognizes the great artist that Michael was. I appreciate her concern that we handle the resolution with the right timing. I do not view her words as disallowing the legislative process to work its will. We will work with this legislation as long as necessary. We welcome positive growing attention to this measure from many of my fellow colleagues."
Jackson Lee spoke at the King of Pop's memorial service on Tuesday and hoisted a framed copy of the legislation to the applause of those at the Staples Center. The congresswoman also said in her statement that she was pleased that the family accepted "this introduction of the resolution with such joy."

Of course, this wouldn't be the first time that MJ was honored by the Washington political establishment. He was once honored by none other than the Great Communicator, Ronald Reagan.

Jackson received the Presidential Public Safety Communication Award from President Reagan 25 years ago in surprise ceremony at the White House. Jackson's hit single Beat It was used in a TV and radio campaign against drunk driving, and Reagan thanked him for it. That same year, the president also sent Jackson a sympathy letter after the singer was burned while shooting a Pepsi commercial. In the letter, Reagan says: "You've gained quite a number of fans along the road since I Want You Back and Nancy and I are among them."

Congresswoman pushes ahead on Michael Jackson resolution - On Politics - USATODAY.com

[Laxmobster]

Well good to know our taxes are hard at work...I mean shit it's not like there's a war going on or Korea is about to bomb us with nukes or anything like that...

Originally Posted by olivia

"The poster claimed that child porn was found."

Have you seen the book called "The Boy" which MJ had in his possession (along with many others of the same ilk?) I have. It's naked boys, fully naked in water (usually), diving, bending over, wrestling, full frontal, all naked. There is no sex in it but the theme of boys buttocks is very clear - often with the boy looking over his shoulder with a "come hither" insolent stare.

Decent innocent parents call the cops rather than accept money. Nice innocent parents don't whore their kids for a long trip to Europe. Nice innocent parents protect their kids from predators so they can all stay innocent.

Well didn't Grimm point out how Michael explained it as ART...So apparently that justifies having these "books" aka kiddie porn! And I completely agree with your last statement!

God remember all those weird little boy statues they found in his house like last year or whenever they did the raid? Yeah that's totally normal...

[sluce]

Didn't Quincy Jones say that he thought it was weird that Michael had paintings of young boys all throughout his house too?

[angelais]

Slight change of subject but this is from radaronline.com

The mystery is over.

The body of Michael Jackson rests in Motown Records’ founder Berry Gordy’s Crypt at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hollywood Hills, CA, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Sources tell us it’s a temporary resting place while the Jackson family find a permanent resting place.
There was much confusion as to where Jackson’s body was taken, if anywhere, following the massive public memorial held at theStaples Center on Tuesday.

The Gordy crypt, which is described as a sparse, empty mausoleum highlighted by a G monogram and located on the same property as the graves for such Hollywood legends Bette Davis, Gene Autry, comic Freddie Prinze and flamboyant Liberace.

[*DIVA!]

Originally Posted by angelais

Slight change of subject but this is from radaronline.com

The mystery is over.

The body of Michael Jackson rests in Motown Records’ founder Berry Gordy’s Crypt at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hollywood Hills, CA, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Sources tell us it’s a temporary resting place while the Jackson family find a permanent resting place.
There was much confusion as to where Jackson’s body was taken, if anywhere, following the massive public memorial held at theStaples Center on Tuesday.

The Gordy crypt, which is described as a sparse, empty mausoleum highlighted by a G monogram and located on the same property as the graves for such Hollywood legends Bette Davis, Gene Autry, comic Freddie Prinze and flamboyant Liberace.

He was buried Monday night in a private ceremony..