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David Gest donates rare Michael Jackson memorabilia for charity auction

Sam — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:05:52 +0000

David Gest has donated some of his rare Michael Jackson memorabilia to raise money for charity.

The reality star has given up the items, which he collected during his years of friendship with the King of Pop, for an online auction.

The items include a rare signed photo of Michael wearing a veil as well as a signed Thriller record.

David said: “I am delighted to donate this rare Michael Jackson memorabilia from my personal collection to two very worthwhile charities, Liverpool Unites and the Variety Club children’s charity, which I strongly support.

“Liverpool has become a second home to me and my affinity for the people of this illustrious city has only grown stronger during the last three years when I left I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here.”

SOURCE: Splash News

Michael Jackson tops Amazon album chart just hours after his death

Sam — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:54:17 +0000

Michael Jackson’s albums have soared to the top of Amazon’s best-selling list just hours after his death.

Online retailer Amazon.com has revealed that their No.1 best-selling album was the 25th anniversary reissue of his Thriller album.

Three other versions of Thriller came in at 12, 13, and 14. Jackson’s 2001 alum Invincible, his last studio album, came in at 10 and other albums in the list were compilations of his hits and his tracks with the Jackson 5.

In a statement Sony Corp Chairman, CEO and President Sir Howard Stringer said: “His artistry and magnetism changed the music landscape forever. We have been profoundly affected by his originality, creativity and amazing body of work.”

It is thought that Jackson, 50, died of a heart attack but the cause of death has not been confirmed.

Source: Splash News

Michael Jackson – Thriller – Video

Sam — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 05:28:46 +0000

Michael Jackson – Thriller – Video

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