Michael's actual funeral will take place at Los Angeles' Forest Lawn Mortuary Tuesday morning. Following the service, a memorial will be held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles at 10 am PT, reps for the Jackson family announced. 11,000 tickets will be distributed to the public free of charge.
Oh, and by the way, Michael will be buried in a $25,000, 14-karat gold-plated casket.
The mother of Michael Jackson's two eldest kids, Prince, 12, and Paris, 11, "is going to be pursuing custody of the children," her attorney, Iris Finsilver said. "Frankly, she won't have to fight for them," the lawyer told People.com. "She is the children's biological mother. She loves her children."
The kids, including Michael's youngest son, Blanket (who's biological mother is not known), are temporarily in the care of the pop star's mother, Katherine Jackson, who was named as guardian in Michael's will. But Debbie says she's willing to take custody of Blanket, as well, to keep the siblings together.
It looks like she will have a battle on her hands, though, as the Jackson family says they intend to seek permanent custody. "They will fight," says an insider.
In an interview with a Los Angeles television station today, Debbie said, "I want my children. I am stepping up. I have to."
There's not going to be much peace for Michael Jackson or his family anytime soon.
According to TMZ.com, Michael's body was filled with injection marks at the time of his death. It is speculated that the singer may have had an injection of the drug Propofol, a powerful anesthesia. The dangerous medication was found in MJ's house after his death, and various medical experts have said there is absolutely no medical justification for Michael to have had this drug in his home. It is used to put people under before surgery and is administered through an IV.
It seems Michael wanted to use the drug to cure his insomnia -- and that he had been a bit of an anesthesia junkie. Sources say the LAPD has asked the DEAto assist them in its investigation into multiple doctors who may have treated Michael and prescribed Propofol.
And, if it is found that a shot of the drug is what caused Michael to go into cardiac arrest and die, serious criminal charges could be filed against the doctor who gave it to him.
Uh-oh. Can you imagine needing anesthesia to sleep?
Sometimes don't you just want Jennifer Aniston to get one-up on Angelina Jolie?
Well, it's not going to be this time.
According to Forbes, Angelina tops the list of actresses earning the most cash by making $27 million last year. Coming in second, of course, is Jen, who almost caught Angie with $25 mil.
On a much-less interesting note, Meryl Streep came in third with $24 million, followed by Sarah Jessica Parker with $23 million and Cameron Diaz earning $20 mil.
The Jacksons, who had hoped to have Michael's funeral at his beloved home, were not able to obtain a residential exemption required for a burial on private property. And there will be no viewing there this Friday, as planned.
"Contrary to previous news reports, the Jackson family is officially stating that there will be no public or private viewing at Neverland," the family said in a statement. "Plans are underway regarding a public memorial for Michael Jackson, and we will announce those plans shortly."
Sources say that this public funeral will most likely take place at on Tuesday, July 7, at Los Angeles' Staples Center.
Insiders say there will also be giant screens outside the facilities for those who won't be able to make it inside.
Do you think Michael should be buried at Neverland? It was his happy place.
Kevin Jonas is off the market, ladies, as the JoBro has proposed to his girlfriend, Danielle Deleasa.
"She said yes, yes, yes like 500 times super fast in a row," the eldest Jonas told People.com.
Ever the romantic, Kevin surprised his girlfriend of two years by showing up on her doorstep in New Jersey and getting down on one knee. He had just flown on an overnight flight from Vancouver to pop the big question.
"It was tough performing last night, knowing that I was going to ask the biggest question in my life to the most amazing girl in the world," Kev said.
As for the rest of the Jonas family, they are just as thrilled.
"Our hearts are filled with joy today and we are happy to share with you that our son Kevin has asked Danielle for her hand in marriage," parents Denise and Kevin Jonas Sr. said in a statement. "Her answer was yes, and it is such a blessing that she will be joining our family. Kevin and Danielle have not yet set a date. Family is very dear to us, and we hope we have raised Kevin to be a wonderful man and husband. Please join us in our family's celebration and in congratulating Kevin and Danielle. Thank you for all of your support."
Brothers Nick and Joe were also so psyched about the nups that they Twittered, "Congrats big brother.....Dani welcome to the family, we can't wait to have you join us on the road!"
So, does this mean the purity ring is about to come off?
After having an intimate dinner date with Jennifer Aniston a few weeks ago, Brad stepped out with Renee Zellweger Tuesday night.
The cuties dined at NYC's Antonucci, where they acted very much like they were into each other.
"She didn't really eat much, but he ate," a witness told People.com. "They were very flirty. Either he's being very gentlemanly, 'cause that's the way he is, or they're dating. He paid. He pulled out her chair, that kind of stuff."
But, just like Jen's peeps, a source close to Renee says she and Bradley are just pals.
So, what's the deal? Bradley is sexy and charming and single -- where is the love?
The Billboard chart's top 9 out of 10 spots are currently being held by Michael, according to Nielsen SoundScan, which tracked sales through Sunday.
At No.1 (coincidentally) stands Michael's Number Ones greatest hits package, followed by The Essential Michael Jackson and Thriller.Off the Wall album came in at No. 4, while The Jackson 5's Ultimate Collection took fifth, with Bad, Dangerous and HIStory -- Volume 1, and his 2004 box set, The Ultimate Collection, rounding out the top 9.
Whether you liked Michael as person, or agreed with how he lived he lived his life, there is no arguing that he was one talented dude.
Yesterday reports began to swirl that Michael Jackson's will had surfaced, and that the pop star had intentionally left nothing of his fortune to his dad, Joe Jackson.
Now that the will, which was dated July 7, 2002, has been filed, here's what we've learned:
- Michael left all of his assets to the Michael Jackson Family Trust
- He named his mother Katherine as guardian of his children - Prince, 12, Paris, 11, and Blanket, 7 - and as the beneficiary of the trust.
- Diana Ross is named as the successor trustee to Katherine, if necessary.
- Attorney John Branca and music executive John McClain are named as executors of the will
- No charities are named as beneficiaries
- Joe Jackson was not specifically left out of the will
"There are no numbers in the will," says a source said. "The assets are going into the family trust."
Michael's death has sparked so many rumors and crazy stories -- we'll do our best to keep you up to date on what's fact and what's fiction.
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