michael jackson's body is being airlifted to the l.a. county coroner's office -- where an autopsy will be performed tomorrow.
john landis calls the man he sued "tragic"
we just got a statement from john landis -- the man who directed michael jackson for the "thriller" and "black and white" videos. it's somewhat harsh -- not surprising, because landis has an active lawsuit against jackson, claiming the singer stiffed him over profits for the broadway musical of "thriller."
landis says, "i was lucky enough to know and work with michael jackson in his prime. michael was an extraordinary talent and a truly great international star. he had a troubled and complicated life and despite his gifts, remains a tragic figure. my wife deborah and i will always have great affection for him."
liz taylor -- 'too devastated' to comment
tmz has just heard from elizabeth taylor's people who tell us:
"dame elizabeth taylor is too devastated by the passing of her dear friend michael jackson to issue a statement at this time."
taylor, who was a close and dear friend to jackson for several years, was the one who dubbed him the "king of pop."
jackson danced and sang last night
we've learned michael jackson showed no unusual signs of distress -- he was rehearsing his upcoming concert at the staples center in l.a. but, we're told, like other nights of rehearsal, jackson was both hours late and lethargic.
we're told rehearsal went late into the evening. jackson was singing and dancing with the backup dancers and the band. someone who was there says jackson was supposed to show at 7 pm but didn't arrive until 10 and he was "listless." but that was normal, according to people at rehearsal.
right now, some of the cast and crew are at staples, packing up their stuff.
corey feldman -- jackson was my 'idol'
corey feldman -- who was friends with michael jackson when he was a child -- just released the following statement on his website.
"unfortunately michael and i had a falling out on septenmber 10th 2001 and that broken friendship had never been repaired. i have stayed close with his family through the years. as a matter of fact my wife and i attended latoyas birthday thrown by janet 3 weeks ago on susie's actual birthday. michael was supposed to be there and we were supposed to try and talk things out. michael didn't show because he was stuck in rehearsals for his upcoming tour.
i am trembling and shaking at the moment and it is very hard to type. i am filled with tremendous sadness and remorse. all i choose to remember from this point is the good times we shared and what an inspiration he was to me and the rest of the world. nobody will ever be able to do what michael jackson has done in this industry, and he was so close to doing it all again. i am truly, and deeply sorry for all of the heartbroken fans and supporters worldwide. i think i am still in shock. so i must end this now.
as far as our concert on saturday at universal goes. i will not cancel this show it is a very positive first step in implementing a better standard for the touring world and music industry. as michael taught me a long time ago......the show must go on. it will be a hard one to get through. but i will brave it and do the only thing i know how to do.........perform."
michael jackson's autopsy expedited
there will be no waiting around -- we're told michael jackson's autopsy will be performed by the l.a. county coroner tomorrow.
people paying homage to wrong star
people are flocking to michael jackson's star on the hollywood walk of fame. problem is ... it's the wrong michael jackson.
the star for michael jackson -- the singer -- is covered up because of the "bruno" premiere. people are mistaking mj's covered star for the star of longtime l.a. radio personality michael jackson.
michael jackson dies -- celebs go to twitter
since news of michael jackson's death today, celebrity friends and fans have released the following reactions on their twitter accounts:
arnold schwarzenegger: we lost a great entertainer and a pop icon. my thoughts and prayers go out to michael jackson's family, friends and fans.
diddy: michael jackson showed me that you can actually see the beat. he made the music come to life!! he made me believe in magic. i will miss him!
samantha ronson: his music is just as relevant now as it was the day they pressed record, i'm sure it will remain so for generations to come.r.i.p.mr jackson.
dane cook: i'm dedicating my show 2night to michael jackson. thriller got me laid. well... at least thats what i told my friends.
heidi montag: the world has suffered a great loss today michael jackson my thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fans god bless.
ice t: rest in peace mike. people can say what they want but you were 100% original. we will always love , miss & remember your greatness.
john mayer: dazed in the studio. a major strand of our cultural dna has left us. rip mj. i think we'll mourn his loss as well as the loss of ourselves as children listening to thriller on the record player.
ashley tisdale: so sad. saying a prayer for michael jackson.
miley cyrus: michael jackson was my inspiration. love and blessings
ludacris: if it were not for micheal jackson i would not be where or who i am today.his music and legacy will live on forever.prayers to the famr.i.p.
mc hammer: i have no words.. i loved michael jackson.. rip..
kelly rowland: michael you left such a legacy on this earth, have touched so many!!! we thank you for such a driving inspiration in music & our lives!! this has got to be one of the saddest days in music history!! michael rest in peace! we miss you!
star jones: death comes to all. but great achievements build a monument." he is and was the greatest entertainer of all times...peace to you brother.
lindsay lohan: no omg ... sending my love and prayers out to michael and his family ... i feel sick..
marlon wayans: my prayers, my love, my heart goes out to michael jackson and the entire jackson family. i pray so hard for them. i'm crushed! please pray.
pete wentz: prayers and thoughts with michael jackson ... i haven't hope in so long that news isn't true.
kim kardashian: wow i am truly in shock that michael jackson has passed away! i love u jackson family, my prayers are with the whole family!
ashton kutcher: rip sending love and light to family and friend but especially his kids.
shanna moakler: the hard thing about getting older is watching all those who inspired you pass, love to the jackson family..
rachelle lefevre: rest in peace farrah fawcett & michael jackson. condolences to their families.
elton john sings for michael jackson
elton john was in the middle of his annual "white tie and tiara ball" when he was rocked by the news of michael jackson's death.
we're told elton is singing right now at the event and he's dedicated his song "don't let the sun go down on me" to michael.
liz hurley, hugh grant, lily allen, and kelly osbourne were at the party -- however several of the guests left once they heard about the news.
this item provided by Oh No They Didn't!
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