MJJ411: Updates in the John Landis Case (PAGE 8)

[LeslieMJHu]

Hello,

I will post my information in this topic approved by MJJCommunity Staff.

Leslie

[LeslieMJHu]

Updates from the last couple of days (source: http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com ) :


Official "Thriller Live" Merchandises
Official "Thriller Live" merchandises has been released recently (January, 2009). You may order them from here:
http://www.flyingmusic.com/Shop

http://www.flyingmusic.com/user_files/Shop/thrillermug.jpg


Michael Jackson Auditorium Still Covered

Unfortunately the letters on the "Michael Jackson Auditorium" in the King of Pop's former elementary school are still covered.

Recent video (November 4th, 2008):
http://se.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.channel&ChannelID=3117052

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3019/2925348094_0b619593a4_b.jpg


Michael Jackson Owned Properties

I have made a research on Michael Jackson's known properties. Below you may see an overview:

Jackson Family home in Gary (Recent picture above)
According to the official papers the property's current total value is over $19.000 and owned by the Jackson Heirs Trust (Katherine and Joseph Jackson). Some sources says that Jackson bought the property back in early 2003. There are no liens or unpaid taxes on the property.

Jackson Family home in Encino
The Jackson Family compound is worth around $3 million. According to the official papers, the home is owned by Jackson himself. There are no unpaid taxes on the property, but a $4 million mortage lien.

Katherine Jackson's home in Las Vegas
The property's title once bought by Michael to Katherine has been moved to the "Land Title of Nevada Inc." back in 2003 in Katherine and Joseph Jackson's bankruptcy case. According to several sources, Katherine still has the rights to stay in the home. There are no liens or unpaid taxes on the property.

Neverland Valley Ranch
Jackson did not visit the famous ranch since his 2005 acquittal. The farm is owned by a joint venture between Jackson and Colony Capital (Sycamore Valley Ranch Company LLC) since late 2008. There are no unpaid taxes on the property, but a $24.5 million mortage lien.

Los Angeles property
Jackson reportedly owns a Century City hideout, but no further information is known about this property.

Rented mansions
According to the media reports, Jackson recently rents two mansions, one in Las Vegas and the other in Beverly Hills.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SV5X_P6hO3I/AAAAAAAAAGI/0qBIdb-ubyw/s200/Gary.JPG

[elusive moonwalker]

u had me worried there for a min lol is the home in gary only worth 19K? it can cost that for a conservatory here lol and re neverland i thought docs were filed saying there was no more debt on the ranch. after all the ppl that mj owed the money to now co own the place ie bought out the debt and then some. they cant owe money to themselves

[Ali G]

Thanks for that info!!

Any castles laying about???

[BillieJeanBoy]

??? IM so confussed! Why is Michael Jackson Covered up???

[8701girl]

what u mean by "covered up"? billie jean boy

[qbee]

??? IM so confussed! Why is Michael Jackson Covered up???

The school covered up Michaels name after the accusations
during his trial because of pressure from some of the parents
and they never uncovered it after his acquittal :(


This was the elementary school MJ attended as a child
and they dedicated and named the auditorium after him in
the 80's - Here is the video of the ceremony
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[TSCM]

The spokesperson for that school district said at the time that they would only leave it covered up "for the time being" until the case was over and MJ was exonerated. There is still a plaque in the school that has Michael's name and dedication, but that's it.

[mjjmsc]

the mortage on Neverland doesn't exists any more-that's why he sold the property!
and Michael has a house in Las Vegas and one in California,somewhere in the north:-)
thanks for the info:-D

[8701girl]

cool has quite a few houses ...lovely :)

[#1MJstan]

Thanks for the info, well that's great Michael doesn't have any unpaid taxes and things on any of these properties. I didn't know Mr. & Mrs. Jackson filed for bankruptcy, I guess you learn something new everyday.

[LeslieMJHu]

Does anyone have the official documents saying that the Neverland mortage lien has been fully paid to Colony Capital?

Thanks.

[#1MJstan]

Wouldn't the Santa Barbara courthouse website have that info..??

[elusive moonwalker]

there were documents either mentioned or posted at the time that showed the debt was paid off. they are certain docs that get filed saying the property is clear of debt.so would only be filed for that reason only. if colony has bought a % of the ranch then isnt it kinda obvious that the debt has been paid.

and fans in the L.A area should be doing something about that school. put some pressure on them to unblock the sign.

[Raylo]

Thanks for the news:)

I hate that his name is still covered!

[iboz75]

We should petition that they should uncover the sign because he was aquitted. You can't dedicated something to a person, and then take it back. That's not right.:(

[ForeverBeInPeaceMichael]

i agree.

its unfair. :heart:Michael is innocent, they MUST approve it.

[MsSnoop]

[quote=LeslieMJHu;1742549]Updates from the last couple of days (source: http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com ) :


Michael Jackson Owned Properties

I have made a research on Michael Jackson's known properties. Below you may see an overview:


Katherine Jackson's home in Las Vegas
The property's title once bought by Michael to Katherine has been moved to the "Land Title of Nevada Inc." back in 2003 in Katherine and Joseph Jackson's bankruptcy case. According to several sources, Katherine still has the rights to stay in the home. There are no liens or unpaid taxes on the property.


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I read this and was confused - Katherine doesn't live in a home bought by Michael. She currently lives in a house bought by Janet and has since 2002.

The house they lived in during the 90's (bought by Michael) was lost as part of an issue with the Korean government.

The Korean gov't issue - caused the bankruptcy.

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I'm trying to verify that the LV rental is still a rental - I saw a yahoo real estate listing that says the house is for sale as of 12/17/08 - but can't confirm that within the realtor.com website.

[Michaelismagic]

thanx for the info you gathered and posted here
very interesting to me I didnt know some of them

[Bee]

They need to remove that cover of his name. The man is innocent. I mean, these people are disgusting.

[Rasta Pasta]

the mortage on Neverland doesn't exists any more-that's why he sold the property!
and Michael has a house in Las Vegas and one in California,somewhere in the north:-)
thanks for the info:-D

he didn't really "sell" Neverland

[Ali G]

[quote=LeslieMJHu;1742549]Updates from the last couple of days (source: http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com ) :


Michael Jackson Owned Properties

I have made a research on Michael Jackson's known properties. Below you may see an overview:


Katherine Jackson's home in Las Vegas
The property's title once bought by Michael to Katherine has been moved to the "Land Title of Nevada Inc." back in 2003 in Katherine and Joseph Jackson's bankruptcy case. According to several sources, Katherine still has the rights to stay in the home. There are no liens or unpaid taxes on the property.


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I read this and was confused - Katherine doesn't live in a home bought by Michael. She currently lives in a house bought by Janet and has since 2002.

The house they lived in during the 90's (bought by Michael) was lost as part of an issue with the Korean government.

The Korean gov't issue - caused the bankruptcy.

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I'm trying to verify that the LV rental is still a rental - I saw a yahoo real estate listing that says the house is for sale as of 12/17/08 - but can't confirm that within the realtor.com website.

Wow, for some reason I thought Michael's mom lived in the same house he lived in many years ago in Encino. I think it was the family home.

[MsSnoop]

They still have the Encino (Los Angeles) family house - but when Katherine visits Las Vegas, she doesn't stay in a hotel, she stays in a house that Janet bought for her. So yes, you are correct also.

[Muchos]

I'm not sure if this is correct, but I've heard Michael has some property in europe also, around germany, swtizerland or so...

[Hess]

So stupid if they really hasn't uncovered the sign on the auditorium.

[Ali G]

They still have the Encino (Los Angeles) family house - but when Katherine visits Las Vegas, she doesn't stay in a hotel, she stays in a house that Janet bought for her. So yes, you are correct also.


My 'Bad' - didn't realize they were only talking about Las Vegas!! lol

[LeslieMJHu]

Jackson Visits His Longtime Doctor (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/01/jackson-visits-his-longtime-doctor.html)


http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SXE9-Jfg74I/AAAAAAAAAGY/32wc_ddKFhI/s200/officeback.JPG (http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SXE9-Jfg74I/AAAAAAAAAGY/32wc_ddKFhI/s1600-h/officeback.JPG)
Take a closer look at the picture.



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Dr. Klein's office in Beverly Hills, next to the Mickey Fine Pharmacy. The same white painted walls and brown bricks.



It's been rumored that Michael Jackson's recent visits to a Beverly Hills medical center were somehow in connection with his longtime dermatologist.

Now I can confirm that Jackson visited Dr. Klein at least three times in the last 4 months.

On December 19, 2008 Jackson left Dr. Klein's office along with the doctor himself, however they have not been fully pictured together.

On the above taken picture from December 31, 2008 Jackson's car glints a "Mickey Fine Pharmacy" street ad. Mickey Fine Pharmacy can be found next to Dr. Klein's office in Beverly Hills. In the past Jackson was a frequent buyer at Mickey Fine Pharmacy.

[LeslieMJHu]

MsSnoop: you might be right about the Las Vegas home issue.


Does anyone have the actual documents about the Neverland loan paid off?

[mjroxworld]

Don't mean to be a party pooper or anything, but what do the details of Michael's properties have anything to do with us?? They are none of our affairs, so why must you feel you have to snoop? Or his doctor for that matter? We're always talking about respecting Michael's privacy and being mad that the paparazzi and the tabloids, etc. keep bugging him. Well what's worse, a snoop in front of your face, or a snoop behind your back?

Sorry, it just makes me mad. I like keeping up with Michael, also, but his musical and public life are one thing, and his private life and private matters are quite another. I know it's difficult to separate the two when his life is so public, but there's certain things that are just none of our business, you know? I wouldn't want everyone looking up all my real estate details and doctor details. There's a thing called confidentiality, and even if Michael is able to get that kind of agreement from the people he does business with, it ends up NOT being confidential, anyway because of paparazzi and snoopers. How in the world is that being very respectful?

I'm not trying to point fingers or anything. Not trying to be rude. Just stating something that is a huge issue. If we truly respect his privacy then we will just leave certain things ALONE. I'm guilty, myself, I know. But I've been doing some re-examination of how I relate to Michael in respect to his music, his life, and his privacy. I've had to take a step back and really look. There's that whole golden rule thing, you know? It really applies to everyone. Celebrities are NOT exempt from us treating them how we would want to be treated.

There. 'nuff said. If you don't like it, fine, you don't have to. Have a good day.

[DanceofLorelei1994]

His name being covered is sooo awful...stuipd lies shouldn't have an impact on his legacy...so unfair!

[Autumn II]

Don't mean to be a party pooper or anything, but what do the details of Michael's properties have anything to do with us?? They are none of our affairs, so why must you feel you have to snoop? Or his doctor for that matter? We're always talking about respecting Michael's privacy and being mad that the paparazzi and the tabloids, etc. keep bugging him. Well what's worse, a snoop in front of your face, or a snoop behind your back?

Sorry, it just makes me mad. I like keeping up with Michael, also, but his musical and public life are one thing, and his private life and private matters are quite another. I know it's difficult to separate the two when his life is so public, but there's certain things that are just none of our business, you know? I wouldn't want everyone looking up all my real estate details and doctor details. There's a thing called confidentiality, and even if Michael is able to get that kind of agreement from the people he does business with, it ends up NOT being confidential, anyway because of paparazzi and snoopers. How in the world is that being very respectful?

I'm not trying to point fingers or anything. Not trying to be rude. Just stating something that is a huge issue. If we truly respect his privacy then we will just leave certain things ALONE. I'm guilty, myself, I know. But I've been doing some re-examination of how I relate to Michael in respect to his music, his life, and his privacy. I've had to take a step back and really look. There's that whole golden rule thing, you know? It really applies to everyone. Celebrities are NOT exempt from us treating them how we would want to be treated.

There. 'nuff said. If you don't like it, fine, you don't have to. Have a good day.

And I will also say, this is a moderated board, and so sorry, but you are not the gate-keeper of Michael's world even though your good intentions are noted. I fully understand that you have your ideas and opinions and those are respected, for sure. I would like to ask you to draw the line at telling OTHER people what to do, with all due respect? Others are due their opinions, just as you are.

If you have a problem with anyone else's post, please use the "report post" feature and it will be taken care of. OK?

Vic

[MJJC Moderator]

Then you know what? Those with issues with this thread should SKIP it. This user was asked to post their news bits by the admins. I'm removing the gripes and if you all have a problem with it contact an admin.

[MJJC Moderator]

If you have any reason to disagree with this thread, click the report post button and the moderators and admin will review it. No need to brow beat your point into the ground. Thanks.

[LeslieMJHu]

Mods: thank you.

[LeslieMJHu]

Updates in the Syl Johnson Case (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/01/updates-in-syl-johnson-case.html)

Michael Jackson and some other defendants has a new attorney in the case, since the old one left his former company, Jenner & Block LLP.

A status hearing / telephone conference held on 12/30/08 before the Honorable Marvin E. Aspen Judge.

If the parties can not agree on a settlement, the parties are to file with the Court a joint detailed discovery plan, with a courtesy copy to Chambers.

Next hearing: 2/17/09

[LeslieMJHu]

New 2SeasRecords Website and Project?

Did anyone notice that the 2SeasRecords.com website has been updated recently saying that something is coming soon?

[8701girl]

Which case is this?

[Momma Shannon]

2Seas - hmm, that's interesting.

[TSCM]

Which case is this?
It's in relation to "Blood on the Dance Floor" which allegedly samples one of his tracks without permission--although the only version of this track which appears to sample his work at all is the Refugee Camp Mix (produced by Wyclef Jean and Pras Michel) yet they weren't even named as defendants nor was this specific remix mentioned...he filed this suit against a bunch of other artists including Tupac Shakur (estate of) for a variety of songs that he claims use his sample without permission or compensation. It only took him an entire decade after the remix was released to file such a suit :unsure:.

More details (and the complaint itself) at: http://mjjr.net/comment-n133.html

....

Re: 2Seas, their Web site changed within 1-2 weeks after the lawsuit was settled. I don't care what happens with it, all I hope is that as part of the confidential settlement Michael didn't agree to be any part of that non-existent company at any point in the future. When news first broke that he was going to record the Katrina single on that label (soon after the trial) the site underwent a similar "coming soon" transition from its original state. Then it promoted the single and "company" with a flashy animation, and then when things fell apart it all went away and remained as such for a couple years. Now it looks like they'll be bringing it back in one form or another.

[troubleman84]

@2Seas, WTF? :lol:

[Dr.Feelgood]

His name is still covered up? There is no justice.

[elusive moonwalker]

well ppl should do something aobut it theres enough fans in the L.A area. if ppl were intrested enough. obviously not

[Dr.Feelgood]

Obviously. There must be a homepage of that auditorium. I'll definitely protest. Together we could make a difference

[mjfan4ever2009]

It only took him an entire decade after the remix was released to file such a suit :unsure:

I noticed that too right when this lawsuit first came out over a year ago. It makes me suspicious and generally mad that people wait years to complain about stuff like this. It gives off a very bad whiff that something's fishy (to me). Seriously, I wouldn't wait for 10 years to drag somebody into court if I felt I had been ripped off. I would have been all up in that mix from the start trying to get my due. Was this guy just sitting back all that time? Alot of these songs he's griping about have been out for years. And they've been everywhere. To me, something isn't right about this case.

[eternitys_child]

I noticed that too right when this lawsuit first came out over a year ago. It makes me suspicious and generally mad that people wait years to complain about stuff like this. It gives off a very bad whiff that something's fishy (to me). Seriously, I wouldn't wait for 10 years to drag somebody into court if I felt I had been ripped off. I would have been all up in that mix from the start trying to get my due. Was this guy just sitting back all that time? Alot of these songs he's griping about have been out for years. And they've been everywhere. To me, something isn't right about this case.

Well it looks to me like he has good legal representation and they are doing a complete cleanup, starting with the critical things (suits against him) and then working their way down the list. You can't eat an elephant in one sitting.

[ForeverBeInPeaceMichael]

oh thanks for the info :)

[TSCM]

Obviously. There must be a homepage of that auditorium. I'll definitely protest. Together we could make a difference

The school has a Web site, but their contact form does not work and has not forever. I've tried to contact them about this some time back, but I feel that they'd listen more carefully if the person (or group of people) contacting them are actually from the area and not from distant states. The cover was never meant to be permanent, at least two high up people from the district said as much when they so quickly covered it up in November 2003.

Stephanie Brady (District Spokeswoman) said that they would cover it "for the time being" until the case was over, while implying that it would be removed if he was exonerated. Celia Ripke (Principal) echoed similar remarks, and that she felt Michael was innocent until proven guilty.

LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Gardner Street Elementary School
7450 HAWTHRON AVENUE
LOS ANGELES,CA 90046
PHONE: 322.876.4710
FAX 322.878.0954

Edit: Here's the actual message I attempted to send awhile back...


To whom it may concern; I am writing to inquire about the "Michael Jackson Auditorium" at your school, which was dedicated in October 1989. In November 2003, the school covered Michael Jackson's name on the building due to the then pending allegations against him. Stephanie Brady (the district spokesperson) was quoted at the time as saying that his name would be covered up "for the time being" until the case was concluded. It was suggested by both Ms. Brady and Principle Celia Ripke that they believed in "innocent until proven guilty" and if Michael Jackson were acquitted, as he ultimately was, the title would be restored. Years have gone by and still the auditorium is covered up. I am writing to ask what the status of this issue is, and if there are any considerations to remove the cover over his name or why it is still covered? The family that accused Michael Jackson in 2003 admitted to having lied under oath in the past for financial gain, the mother was subsequently convicted of multiple counts of welfare fraud and perjury, and Michael Jackson was acquitted on all charges. Thank you for your time.

[Michaelismagic]

Welldone tscm!!

[LeslieMJHu]

Another Sign? (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/01/another-sign.html)

AEG Live just signed the ultimate Michal Jackson tribute band "Who'a Bad".

The company announced today that they will organise an event for the band at the Blue Bird Theater (owned by AEG) on March 20, 2009.

As well did you notice that AEG Live is a sponsor of this years' MusiCares event along with Jackson?

Another sign of the Jackson & AEG deal?

[elusive moonwalker]

and fan who posts on the french boards mentioned AEG as the ppl to look for when/if a tour is annouced aswell. but i dont think the above really says anything one way or the other. its hardly some solid evidence.i guess we are desperate so grap at anything

[arXter]

Live Nation's where it's all at today, they've gained a lot of ground. their only big disadvantage is The O2.

[Soso Deaf]

they won't uncover it. plain and simple but u guys can try to petition all u want. it's up to the parents and even if these crop of parents allow it, someone will come in and spoil it in a yr or so. it's pointless IMO

[LeslieMJHu]

New pictures from "The Collection of the King of Pop" boxed set:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNna95YuI/AAAAAAAAAHE/PXGC8HpqZuc/s1600/5.JPG

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNkZpx2sI/AAAAAAAAAG8/b3l3gUqPhUg/s1600-h/4.JPG

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNhee00DI/AAAAAAAAAG0/M-FDtWACuV8/s1600-h/3.JPG

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNdxstCLI/AAAAAAAAAGs/r9R7POt8tHs/s1600-h/2.JPG

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNakpt45I/AAAAAAAAAGk/aq_FOEpJdRk/s1600-h/1.JPG
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNna95YuI/AAAAAAAAAHE/PXGC8HpqZuc/s1600-h/5.JPG

[Eterna.]

Ehm i dont get it, whats with this boxset? does it has cds or other stuff? can we buy it ?

[arXter]

no, these are pictures from MJ's auction at Julien's, which have been there for some time. this isn't a "box set" per se, but a 5-book catalogue of what's being auctioned off with pictures.

http://www.juliensauctions.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=57

http://www.juliensauctions.com/auctions/2009/michael-jackson/index.html

http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/showthread.php?t=58113

[Dutchie]

Ehm i dont get it, whats with this boxset? does it has cds or other stuff? can we buy it ?

It's items that Michael was selling off in the Auction.

[Glanni]

when i see those pictures, tears running down my eyes.... its so sad what happend to never neverland.... i cant believe what one single person called DS could have done to michael.... its sad... really sad... but i absolutely understand Michael`s decision... but it HURTS! :-(

[Screamin]

thanks for the updates again, i really want that chair

[michaelsson]

thanks for the updates again, i really want that chair

lmmfao! me2!!

[vstreet]

Sad to actually see this auction.

The end of an era. I always wished Mike would have let Neverland remain and open it to the fans. Elvis' fans have Graceland. We have an auction!

Mike without Neverland is like Walt without Disney.

[MichaelsNeverlandPrincess]

Yes it is a shame that his name has been covered up seeing as he used to go to the school himself.
It true what he said about children growing up and changing mankind becuase Michael himself grow up and did just that.

That video was amazing and if there is anymore it would be great too see.

As far as his propertey goes,that is Michael's personal buisness,nothing to do with us so therefore we should in know way be discussing it.
Its Private and personal.

[virginia_woolf]

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq297/MusicAndMe_photos/2.jpg

looks like it is the same chair :D I have too much time in my hands :doh:
http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq297/MusicAndMe_photos/sg168.jpg

[elusive moonwalker]

whos gonna want to buy that tat lol.

[mjdatabank]

Fans should go for a petition asking the cancelation of that auction.
That would be quite helpful, don't you think ?

[ForeverBeInPeaceMichael]

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cant see these 2

:huh:

[FinalEyes]

I think it's disgraceful that people are still making money off of that auction. I wouldn't buy that book if you paid me.

[FinalEyes]

sorry, double post

[damien shields]

misleading thread title

[Muchos]

Fans should go for a petition asking the cancelation of that auction.
That would be quite helpful, don't you think ?

Why?? Michael want's to sell his stuff, he arranged the auction, the money will go into his pocket, and a portion of it will go to charity. Chill out, if the man want's to sell his stuff,let him. I know it's sad and all but the fact is that Neverland is over and Michael clearly wan'ts to move on.


I think it's disgraceful that people are still making money off of that auction. I wouldn't buy that book if you paid me.

Again why? I don't understand, this auction is obviously up upon request from Michael.
I'm sure he gets percentages from the cataloge.

[djbaby]

Why?? Michael want's to sell his stuff, he arranged the auction, the money will go into his pocket, and a portion of it will go to charity. Chill out, if the man want's to sell his stuff,let him. I know it's sad and all but the fact is that Neverland is over and Michael clearly wan'ts to move on.



Again why? I don't understand, this auction is obviously up upon request from Michael.
I'm sure he gets percentages from the cataloge.

Umm, I think some ppl might be confusing the Julien's auction (which is being controlled and supported my MJ) with the auction from a few years back from that painful guy (who's name I can't remember) but he basically got hold of alot of the Jackson's stuff that had been in storage and decided to auction it - against the wishes of the Jackson's.

[SuperMJFan]

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_x4sdTZ0JDcQ/SYDNna95YuI/AAAAAAAAAHE/PXGC8HpqZuc/s1600/5.JPG)
cant see these 2

:huh:


one of the pics is the neverland's door.I can't open the other one

[LeslieMJHu]

http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg)
http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg)
Hot Toys announced on Wednesday, that all the planned Michael Jackson figures has been pushed back to April.

In other releated news, Canyon Crest will release a new Jackson figure from the Bad era.

[Muchos]

thanx for the news. doll doesen't look like him at all.

[chocomarker]

NEW BAD FIGURES

the thread title is misleading...

i came here in anticipation of new bad sales figures... not as in "figures" (literally)...

well silly me, while the page was loading i was even wondering why sony would let especially BAD being recertified/recounted, whatever...

but hey, cute figures...

[Marni]

Cute figure. Thanks for the news Leslie :)

[mj2]

NEW BAD FIGURES

the thread title is misleading...

i came here in anticipation of new bad sales figures... not as in "figures" (literally)...

well silly me, while the page was loading i was even wondering why sony would let especially BAD being recertified/recounted, whatever...

but hey, cute figures...

Same here! Ended up being very disappointed!

[michaelsson]

it doesnt say sales figures so how is it misleading? u just thought wrong lol

and that figurine is horrible, it needs 2be re-worked cuz it looks nothing like michael lol

[bobmoo79]

I think it's a good charicature of Mike from the BAD video, and I don't think there is much more they could do to make it more lifelike.

I wonder why Hot Toys keep pushing their release date back. It would make sense if they released the figures around the time of the new album for mac sale, but I can't see that happening any time soon.

[bubbles]

it doesn't look like mike it's a little bite disappointed

[mj_brainiac]

I wonder what Canyon Crest's figure will look like

[144,000]

i should figured this wasn't sales figures. lol. nobody knows anyway, lol. and i don't believe those people who sue him. they're not good enough to write what he writes.

[mariemarie]

i should figured this wasn't sales figures. lol. nobody knows anyway, lol

lmao!!

[wendy2004]

http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg)
http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg)
Hot Toys announced on Wednesday, that all the planned Michael Jackson figures has been pushed back to April.

In other releated news, Canyon Crest will release a new Jackson figure from the Bad era.

From the bridge of the nose and up, I see MJ. From the tip of the nose, down, I don't know who that is. :worried: *tilts head to the right* Looks like Jay Leno. :boohoo:

So far the Thriller figures have been the better of the 3, IMO. Those models and poses were more spot-on. Something screwy seems to be wrong or mismatched with the Billie Jean one and this one, at least to my eyes. Maybe they should have gone with another pose...maybe the one they used on the cover of Number Ones. This one isn't very recognizable...to my eyes, of course. Others may see differently. :fear:

Thanks for posting.

[144,000]

From the bridge of the nose and up, I see MJ. From the tip of the nose, down, I don't know who that is. :worried: *tilts head to the right* Looks like Jay Leno. :boohoo:

So far the Thriller figures have been the better of the 3, IMO. Those models and poses were more spot-on. Something screwy seems to be wrong or mismatched with the Billie Jean one and this one, at least to my eyes. Maybe they should have gone with another pose...maybe the one they used on the cover of Number Ones. This one isn't very recognizable...to my eyes, of course. Others may see differently. :fear:

Thanks for posting.

no. you are right. jay leno...eeeeeeeeee

[Ashtanga]

http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image05.jpg)
http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg (http://www.canyon-crest.co.jp/images/michael_image06.jpg)
Hot Toys announced on Wednesday, that all the planned Michael Jackson figures has been pushed back to April.

In other releated news, Canyon Crest will release a new Jackson figure from the Bad era.

These dolls are beautiful. Sure I will buy! :)

[djbaby]

this figurine does not look like michael at all. it needs a major re-working

[Bl00dyphynix]

:lol: Jay Leno. that made me giggle. Agreed these are...pretty Bad.

[*Navi*]

I dont like the Bad figures!
Jay Leno is a very good point of view*lol*

[mistermaxxx]

thanks for the info peace

[iamthriller82]

NEW BAD FIGURES

the thread title is misleading...

i came here in anticipation of new bad sales figures... not as in "figures" (literally)...

.

yeah me to

[Dr.Feelgood]

The school has a Web site, but their contact form does not work and has not forever. I've tried to contact them about this some time back, but I feel that they'd listen more carefully if the person (or group of people) contacting them are actually from the area and not from distant states. The cover was never meant to be permanent, at least two high up people from the district said as much when they so quickly covered it up in November 2003.

Stephanie Brady (District Spokeswoman) said that they would cover it "for the time being" until the case was over, while implying that it would be removed if he was exonerated. Celia Ripke (Principal) echoed similar remarks, and that she felt Michael was innocent until proven guilty.

LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Gardner Street Elementary School
7450 HAWTHRON AVENUE
LOS ANGELES,CA 90046
PHONE: 322.876.4710
FAX 322.878.0954



I just finished my letter. Since they have no e-mail adress I will send them a protest letter.
Surely it would have a bigger impact if the protest would come from the USA but I'd say every voice counts and if there is no protest, as long nobody seems to bother they won't unveil it.
Of course they told the story that it would not be permanent to calm people down, to hold things in check. They hoped people would forget about it and it seems as if their strategy has worked.

[8701girl]

They actually remind me of those cartoon characters from moonwalker! :lol:

[Hess]

I like them dolls!

[Raiden]

These figures look nothing like Michael;) well, except the clothes;) The should have tried harder making these..

[CherubimII]

I love your signature picture, MJJ411. :cheers:
Where was Michael Michael Jackson, when this picture was taken?
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/image.php?u=69&type=sigpic&dateline=1234095027

[moonwalker83]

Now that's what I call a 'bad' figurine. Alas, they don't quite look like Michael from Bad.
Could have been worked out better. The Thriller figurines were great, got them both, but these ones aren't perfect. The face is indeed more like Jay Leno's...

Edit: I guess I'm gonna wait for some more pictures from different angles. Maybe I'll get the one with the pointing finger after all. If they could just slim his cheeks and chin a bit...

[elusive moonwalker]

I love your signature picture, MJJ411. :cheers:
Where was Michael Michael Jackson, when this picture was taken?
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/image.php?u=69&type=sigpic&dateline=1234095027

looks like the whitehouse when he got that award from the pres and nancy

[Hess]

I love your signature picture, MJJ411. :cheers:
Where was Michael Michael Jackson, when this picture was taken?
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/image.php?u=69&type=sigpic&dateline=1234095027


Could be taken from the White House! But not sure.
A very nice picture BTW!

[Ágnes]

yeah it is in the White House:

(1st floor East Room)
http://www.whitehousemuseum.org/floor1/east-room-piano-clinton.jpg

http://www.whitehousemuseum.org/floor1/east-room.htm

[Roxanne]

i prefer the thriller ones

[Hess]

yeah it is in the White House:

(1st floor East Room)
http://www.whitehousemuseum.org/floor1/east-room-piano-clinton.jpg

http://www.whitehousemuseum.org/floor1/east-room.htm


Wow, thanks very much for the link.

They've got pictures (hand-painted) from 1850 of this room. Wow - MJ suits fine into that room, very historical!

[CherubimII]

Thanks for the responses. Yes it does appear he is in the White House. :yes:

http://www.whitehousemuseum.org/floor1/east-room-piano-clinton.jpg
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/image.php?u=69&type=sigpic&dateline=1234095027

[Silouette]

From the bridge of the nose and up, I see MJ. From the tip of the nose, down, I don't know who that is. :worried: *tilts head to the right* Looks like Jay Leno. :boohoo:

Lol! Thats the same thing I thought!

[wendy2004]

no. you are right. jay leno...eeeeeeeeee


:lol: Jay Leno. that made me giggle. Agreed these are...pretty Bad.


I dont like the Bad figures!
Jay Leno is a very good point of view*lol*

:lol: Oh no. It's Jay Leno in the Bad outfit. *shivers* lol

Maybe taking off just a smidge of the chin (and giving the dimple a little more prominance)and bringing in the jawbones just a tad might fix the prob. And the mouth is either too large or the top teeth too short. Tip of the those could be a teeny bit less rounded. I know, tis pathetic to have someone's face down to a science. I worry for myself often. :nerd::ermm:

On the plus side, the outfit and body looks awesome!

[Hess]

I think the figure is OK.

It sure could have been made to look more like the real MJ during the BAD era, but it's ok.

I would like to have one!

[LeslieMJHu]

Michael Jackson Sued by the Saudi Prince? (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/01/michael-jackson-sued-by-saudi-prince.html)

According to chambersstudent.co.uk:

"Oh, and Michael Jackson, who has instructed Dewey & LeBoeuf (http://www.lawyers.com/New-York/New-York/Dewey-and-LeBoeuf-LLP-481912-f.html?) to defend a claim made by a member of the Saudi royal family concerning a recording and entertainment contract."

[moonstreet]

arnt you just a bit behind, Im sure thats the lawsuit that was settled in November in London between Michael and the Sheik of Behrain about the 2Seas mess!

[arXter]

we're stretching it a bit now...

and it's a Bahraini prince, that site is mistaken.

[elusive moonwalker]

i guess its something new if its not just someone mistaking the bahrain case. the law firm are based in the USA. its the one londell works for if i remember right.so nothing to do with uk bahrain suit. the info has been on leslies site for a while.lets hope its just someone getting things mixed up

[Michaelismagic]

^^ but i guess it's the bahrainian case popinh up again.cuz Michael hasnt been in Suadi lately or I dont remember anything about him being there or working with them lately

[elusive moonwalker]

hopefully yeah. as u say the only saudi thing i remember was with the whole kingdom entertainment stuff in 96

[TSCM]

It's a mistake, they are referring to the Bahrain case. David Waldron (part of the London-based Dewey & LeBoeuf division, not New York) was on Michael's legal team for the Bahrain case. It's old and done with.

http://www.legal500.com/firms/50581/offices/9074

Dewey & LeBoeuf’s team includes Alastair Crawford, who joined Dewey Ballantine pre-merger from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP; post-merger he combines with a series of prominent partners including David Waldron, Damian Cleary and Deborah Ruff. Waldron was recently instructed to defend Michael Jackson in a significant case brought by a member of the Bahrain royal family.

[elusive moonwalker]

thanks tscm. so david waldron works for the london branch of Dewey & LeBoeuf? thats why he repped mj in the bahrain case

[virginia_woolf]

It's a mistake, they are referring to the Bahrain case. David Waldron (part of the London-based Dewey & LeBoeuf division, not New York) was on Michael's legal team for the Bahrain case. It's old and done with.

It's good to know. Thank you.


Leslie wrote on her blog that Peter Lopez doesen't work for Michael anymore. I wonder if it's true.

Peter Lopez Is Out? (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/02/peter-lopez-is-out.html)


According to some sources, Peter M. Lopez is no longer Michael Jackson's music producer.

The information has not been confirmed yet.

[athina_livadi]

Old news....

[wendy2004]

It's good to know. Thank you.


Leslie wrote on her blog that Peter Lopez doesen't work for Michael anymore. I wonder if it's true.

Peter Lopez Is Out? (http://lesliemjhu.blogspot.com/2009/02/peter-lopez-is-out.html)


According to some sources, Peter M. Lopez is no longer Michael Jackson's music producer.

The information has not been confirmed yet.

Oy! Wait a minute? Was he ever a music producer of some kind? I thought he was an attorney/manager type person.


Old news....

Thank God! I was about to wonder if there was a game of musical chairs by these Princes to sue MJ.

[AllForMJ]

Oy! Wait a minute? Was he ever a music producer of some kind? I thought he was an attorney/manager type person.



Thank God! I was about to wonder if there was a game of musical chairs by these Princes to sue MJ.
You're right, wendy2004. Peter Lopez was never Michael's music producer. The following is from Michael's "Thriller 25" CD cover...

Legal: L. Londell McMillan, Dewey and LeBoeuf LLP and Peter Lopez, Kleinberg Lopez Lange Cuddy Edel and Klein LLP.

See, if MJ doesn't have a lot of legal issues to deal with anymore, there's no need to have a lot of attorneys around.

Things are now quiet in Michael Jackson Land. Quiet is good. :yes:

[LeslieMJHu]

[quote=wendy2004;1797804]Oy! Wait a minute? Was he ever a music producer of some kind? I thought he was an attorney/manager type person.

You are right, that was my mistake. You would call him a manager or entertainment attorney.

[LeslieMJHu]

Updates in the John Landis Case

According to my information there are two different cases launched by John Landis.

Landis sued Michael Jackson first through his production company on January 21, 2009. This case has been well publicised by the media around the time.

However Landis filed another case as an individual on January 28, 2009. In this second case Landis sued the Nederland Organization as well, saying that the company has no rights to licence the Thriller video for the Broadway.

Jackson's official spokesperson, Tohme R. Tohme and Jackson's new business partner, James L. Nederlander has been deposed in the case already.

Next hearings:
03/02/2009 - Non-Appearance (Case Review)
05/18/2009 - Initial Status Conference
05/11/2009 - Initial Status Conference

Court documents for the second case: http://reporter.blogs.com/files/thriller.pdf

[Hess]

^^^^

Thanks for that info.

[Marni]

Thanks for the info Leslie. :)

[Dangerous Incorporated]

I hope this lawsuit doesnt put a damper on the new project that MJ and Landis were/are working on.

[dreamy]

I guess that confirms there is actually a person named TOHME TOHME. eheheheh wow.

[8701girl]

I hope this lawsuit doesnt put a damper on the new project that MJ and Landis were/are working on.


I hope that too

[144,000]

Don't mean to be a party pooper or anything, but what do the details of Michael's properties have anything to do with us?? They are none of our affairs, so why must you feel you have to snoop? Or his doctor for that matter? We're always talking about respecting Michael's privacy and being mad that the paparazzi and the tabloids, etc. keep bugging him. Well what's worse, a snoop in front of your face, or a snoop behind your back?

Sorry, it just makes me mad. I like keeping up with Michael, also, but his musical and public life are one thing, and his private life and private matters are quite another. I know it's difficult to separate the two when his life is so public, but there's certain things that are just none of our business, you know? I wouldn't want everyone looking up all my real estate details and doctor details. There's a thing called confidentiality, and even if Michael is able to get that kind of agreement from the people he does business with, it ends up NOT being confidential, anyway because of paparazzi and snoopers. How in the world is that being very respectful?

I'm not trying to point fingers or anything. Not trying to be rude. Just stating something that is a huge issue. If we truly respect his privacy then we will just leave certain things ALONE. I'm guilty, myself, I know. But I've been doing some re-examination of how I relate to Michael in respect to his music, his life, and his privacy. I've had to take a step back and really look. There's that whole golden rule thing, you know? It really applies to everyone. Celebrities are NOT exempt from us treating them how we would want to be treated.

There. 'nuff said. If you don't like it, fine, you don't have to. Have a good day.


i do have to agree, cus everybody complains about rappers talkin bout their bling all the time. now MJ chooses to keep quiet about all that, and suddenly, lol..everybody wants to know his personal business..lol..kinna ironic isn't it? lol

[MJJChichi]

prying eyes, just for the sake of prying and chosing to be informed on the facts are a bit different.

[144,000]

it just seems people end up coming in here and barnstorming and fighting over what are facts with it, tho..everytime someone mentions it all..lol..such a drain of energy..

[Ali G]

You're right, wendy2004. Peter Lopez was never Michael's music producer. The following is from Michael's "Thriller 25" CD cover...

Legal: L. Londell McMillan, Dewey and LeBoeuf LLP and Peter Lopez, Kleinberg Lopez Lange Cuddy Edel and Klein LLP.

See, if MJ doesn't have a lot of legal issues to deal with anymore, there's no need to have a lot of attorneys around.

Things are now quiet in Michael Jackson Land. Quiet is good. :yes:

Quiet is indeed good from a lawsuit point of view, but Peter Lopez (I think) is an entertainment attorney and that is the type of lawyer MJ needs to finalize contracts for a record label or a tour. Probably something a doctor or a spokesperson cannot do as well, IMHO.

[AllForMJ]

Quiet is indeed good from a lawsuit point of view, but Peter Lopez (I think) is an entertainment attorney and that is the type of lawyer MJ needs to finalize contracts for a record label or a tour. Probably something a doctor or a spokesperson cannot do as well, IMHO.
True, but there's no reason to worry. Things are A-OK.

Example: When Mesereau moved on many fans panicked then. But his moving on wasn't because he was deserting MJ. He moved on merely because MJ was okay and his type of services were no longer needed. Mesereau was a defense attorney and once he was done helping MJ to defend himself, there was no longer a reason to have a defense attorney near by. Mesereau wrapped up and moved on.

Now, let's look at Peter Lopez' timing before worrying about anything...

Notice that Peter was onboard during the time that MJ was dealing with this matter involving the Prince and things were moving at high speed. We are now hearing that he is no longer there, but notice that we are hearing about it during a time that things have settled down. Peter, like Mesereau, stayed until everything was okay.

The other remaining attorneys are pros too. They can handle things equally as well.

When you don't have a lot of burning issues to deal with all at once, you scale back. Scaling back doesn't always mean things are falling apart. It can also mean things are coming together. If Peter had left right in the middle of the matter involving the Prince then I can understand some feeling a need to panic. But, it doesn't seem like anyone should be panicking when things are nice and quiet.

Mike is okay. The recent photos show he's as cheerful as ever... :yes:

We have to remember, for many years, things were moving at top speed counterclockwise. Before things can start fully moving in the right direction again, there has to be a slow-down period in between. That is where we are now. That's what this quiet period is. Give it a moment. We'll feel things moving again, only this time, it will be going clockwise like it is supposed to. Once the momentum picks up, we'll most likely see many others coming onboard in many different capacities.

[iboz75]

How are we so sure that he's even working on any new projects with John Landis? Wasn't that just a rumor?

[144,000]

True, but there's no reason to worry. Things are A-OK.

Example: When Mesereau moved on many fans panicked then. But his moving on wasn't because he was deserting MJ. He moved on merely because MJ was okay and his type of services were no longer needed. Mesereau was a defense attorney and once he was done helping MJ to defend himself, there was no longer a reason to have a defense attorney near by. Mesereau wrapped up and moved on.

Now, let's look at Peter Lopez' timing before worrying about anything...

Notice that Peter was onboard during the time that MJ was dealing with this matter involving the Prince and things were moving at high speed. We are now hearing that he is no longer there, but notice that we are hearing about it during a time that things have settled down. Peter, like Mesereau, stayed until everything was okay.

The other remaining attorneys are pros too. They can handle things equally as well.

When you don't have a lot of burning issues to deal with all at once, you scale back. Scaling back doesn't always mean things are falling apart. It can also mean things are coming together. If Peter had left right in the middle of the matter involving the Prince then I can understand some feeling a need to panic. But, it doesn't seem like anyone should be panicking when things are nice and quiet.

Mike is okay. The recent photos show he's as cheerful as ever... :yes:

We have to remember, for many years, things were moving at top speed counterclockwise. Before things can start fully moving in the right direction again, there has to be a slow-down period in between. That is where we are now. That's what this quiet period is. Give it a moment. We'll feel things moving again, only this time, it will be going clockwise like it is supposed to. Once the momentum picks up, we'll most likely see many others coming onboard in many different capacities.

even in the middle of something that seems white hot, MJ proved that he was to emerge the victor, when he changed lawyers from Geragos to TMez, in the middle of what some may have viewed as frenzy. :yes: so...no matter what, lol...panicking isn't necessarily on the order. lol:D

you are indeed right about not automatically assuming the worst.

[Dangerous Incorporated]

How are we so sure that he's even working on any new projects with John Landis? Wasn't that just a rumor?


Skylover (MJstreet.net) (http://www.mjstreet.net/) luckily met Landis. He asked him if, despite their financial differences, they are likely to work together agan.

Landis answered that he is currently working with the King of Pop, and that "it is a surprise"...

Stay tuned...

Special Thank You to Skylover



http://www.mjdatabank.com/english_version/news/2008/mjdnews1062.jpg (http://www.mjdatabank.com/english_version/news/2008/mjdnews1062.jpg)


http://www.mjdatabank.com/english_version/news/2008/mjdnews1063.jpg (http://www.mjdatabank.com/english_version/news/2008/mjdnews1063.jpg)


Source: MJ street / MJ data bank

[troubleman84]

^^ Haha... told y'all it's just BUSINESS, ain't nothing personal...

[elusive moonwalker]

i bet they aint now lol or probably never were to begin with. dont need to file a lawsuit if u are in contact with mj himself. most file cause they cant make contact and nothing gets sorted

[virginia_woolf]

Skylover (MJstreet.net) (http://www.mjstreet.net/) luckily met Landis. He asked him if, despite their financial differences, they are likely to work together agan.

Landis answered that he is currently working with the King of Pop, and that "it is a surprise"...

Stay tuned...

Special Thank You to Skylover


Source: MJ street / MJ data bank
It was posted here last year before John Landis failed the lawsuit. I don't believe they are working together now.

[Ali G]

True, but there's no reason to worry. Things are A-OK.

Example: When Mesereau moved on many fans panicked then. But his moving on wasn't because he was deserting MJ. He moved on merely because MJ was okay and his type of services were no longer needed. Mesereau was a defense attorney and once he was done helping MJ to defend himself, there was no longer a reason to have a defense attorney near by. Mesereau wrapped up and moved on.

Now, let's look at Peter Lopez' timing before worrying about anything...

Notice that Peter was onboard during the time that MJ was dealing with this matter involving the Prince and things were moving at high speed. We are now hearing that he is no longer there, but notice that we are hearing about it during a time that things have settled down. Peter, like Mesereau, stayed until everything was okay.

The other remaining attorneys are pros too. They can handle things equally as well.

When you don't have a lot of burning issues to deal with all at once, you scale back. Scaling back doesn't always mean things are falling apart. It can also mean things are coming together. If Peter had left right in the middle of the matter involving the Prince then I can understand some feeling a need to panic. But, it doesn't seem like anyone should be panicking when things are nice and quiet.

Mike is okay. The recent photos show he's as cheerful as ever... :yes:

We have to remember, for many years, things were moving at top speed counterclockwise. Before things can start fully moving in the right direction again, there has to be a slow-down period in between. That is where we are now. That's what this quiet period is. Give it a moment. We'll feel things moving again, only this time, it will be going clockwise like it is supposed to. Once the momentum picks up, we'll most likely see many others coming onboard in many different capacities.


Well thought out!! I love your last paragraph and it makes perfect sense !


:yes: