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Michael Jackson dies at 50; AEG Live says it's well insured


Pop legend dead at 50; millions mourn

 

Michael Jackson, the greatest pop legend of our time, passed away today at the age of 50.

AEG Live, which is owned by Denver businessman, Phil Anschutz (who also owns Examiner.com), was sponsoring Jackson's 50 scheduled concerts planned for London's O2 Arena from July 2009 through August 2010.

It is unknown whether the 1 million tickets sold (each ticket sold for about $115 each) will be refunded or not.

In a Reuters article reprinted online on the Montreal Gazette, a spokesperson for AEG Live says that the company was well insured because Jackson passed a physical "with flying colors."

The article goes on to say, "Michael's in incredible physical shape, he's got tremendous stamina, he's been working out aerobically preparing for this, and he is totally engaged," Phillips says. "He sounds like Michael Jackson. He is laser-focused on making this the greatest entertainment event that fans have ever seen."

The concert was being dubbed Jackson's "comeback tour" and tickets were reselling for thousands of dollars, demonstrating the king of pop never lost his popular appeal despite being under many personal attacks for strange behavior and financial woes. It was being reported that the 50 concerts alone would have netted Jackson an unconfirmed $50 million, wiping out part of the pop star's debt.

It is a sad day for the world as we mourn the pop legend.  It is the day that music died.

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Jenny Finke is a Denver native with a nose for local celebrity news and an obsession with covering all things John Elway. As a long-time...

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  • abby 2 years ago
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    i loved him... i am so sad he passed away. may people are. and he wil always be loved

  • Angus Shmatemire 2 years ago
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    A great singer and perhaps one of the greatest performers/entertainers to ever grace the stage, but

    "It is the day that music died."

    ???

    Really?

  • Jim 2 years ago
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    Prhaps the ill-fated superstar will find peace and solace in death....he certainly was plagued with notoriety and bad publicity most of his illustrious career

  • lidia taveras 2 years ago
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    i remember dancing the song beat it at junior high school when i was young. despite of his lifestyle, mental or personal life he had...once he has in the stage everything was perfect, it was impossible to take your eyes of him. i believe he completed his destiny he left his footprints in this world for those to follow. his dancing in heaven!!!

  • Jake 2 years ago
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    When ever someone asked who my fav singer is, Michael Jackson would ALWAYS be the answer, even when it wasn't popular to say so. The dance will never be over... long live the Dance

  • malathy jambukasan 2 years ago
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    im very sad he is died....
    i really loved all his songs & him too...
    may the god bless him in peace....

  • Farhan Khan 2 years ago
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    OMG! Dat shocks me. I cant still believe my eyes. Just suspirin n thinkin yeah everyboby has 2 leave dis world at de end n dis is de lesson dat u should learn. I LOVE HIM> May GOD give him PEASE THERE>

  • asli 2 years ago
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    I'm very very sad,rest in peace Michael Jackson...

  • tasi 2 years ago
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    my husband was the BIGGEST FAN Micheal Jackson had. He was an amazing artist and he accomplished things in the industry that NO artist today could even try to do. This is crazy!!!! He will truly be missed in this household that is for sure and his music will continue to beat from our audio system as intended. RIP MICHEAL JACKSON!!!!!!

  • Dolores 2 years ago
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    I am extremely devastated!!!.....I have been Michael Jackson's fan from day one....Michael and I even share(d) the same birthday...I'm one year older than Michael.

    Please pray that he will rest in peace. And, please continue to pray for his children, family and the people who truly loved him.

    The King of Pop will be deeply missed....But, never forgotten.

    Continued blessings!

  • etos 5 months ago
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    baik

  • Michael 2 years ago
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    Well this press release is bullshit, because he sold 1 million tickets and had 50 scheduled shows! get your facts right...and dont use the death of Michael to earn yoursefl money!
    michael@michaelcharalambous.com if you have a problem!

    I love you michael jackson!

  • marie valdes 2 years ago
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    I feel for the family today because I understand there feelings losing a brother and because I lost my brother five years ago. but I will chant nam myo renge kyo for Michael Jackson and I' born same year

  • KC 2 years ago
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    Condolences to his family.

    He was 'in good shape' yet died of a heart attack at 50. When it is someone's time to die, there is no stopping it. Be ready everyone, don't leave eternity to chance.

  • Joe, Cathy, Jay, Josh, Paris & Lee Lee 2 years ago
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    Unbelievable, same as with Bernie Mac. Michael Jackson will always be love, respect and admired by all who truly and unconditionally loved him. I pray that he finally has total within his spirit! He will continue to live in all of those individuals who never wavered in their love and their faith in Michael's love for humanity!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    It Is Done........

  • Santhira 2 years ago
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    i started listening to english song only after listening to his "Beat It" song for the first time...then when i watched the video of song...i dont know what to say....extraordinary dancing....no one could ever replace him...and i learn one thing dont take seriously life ... no one will be here forever

  • Maizeline 2 years ago
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    We are very sadden by this unfortunate news here in Antigua and Barbuda we encourage the family to stay strong.

  • A FAN 2 years ago
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    MY CONDOLENCES AND LOVE GO TO THE ENTIRE JACKSON FAMILY GOD BLESS YOU ALL

  • lafonda djaney jackson jr the third 2 years ago
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    he was a great dancer may god be with him in heaven . he was definately my idol i guess im never gonna be able to actually visit himm. im sorry to his familly and i hope his kids bring the pop in themselffs

  • jennight 2 years ago
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    no lo puedo creer ... para mi el hiba a vivir para siempre .. de todas formas el se inmortalizo vivira en la memoria de todos para siempre

  • Lulz 2 years ago
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    I heard they found him in the children's ward having a stroke

  • Hosti 2 years ago
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    They believe Micheal Jackson's death was due to heredity issues.

    The doctors say the cause may have been his Billy gene.

  • lochness 2 years ago
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    despite of all the trials that came into michael's life, he is leaving a very good footprints in this world that cannot be forgotten by many of us. his music remains in our heart, it 'heal's the world'.REST IN PEACE MICHAEL, MAY THE GOOD LORD BLESS YOUR SOUL.

  • tom 2 years ago
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    MICHAEL'S STILL ALIVE YOU IDIOTS!

    HE'S IN A COMA!

    www.THYRIUM.com

  • Now his kids can live 2 years ago
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    People keep saying pray for his kids. Man, I was praying for them while he was alive. Maybe now his kids will have some peace.

  • liz 2 years ago
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    why.....??
    they haunted you while you were alive, please let him have peace wherever he is now.
    I loved who you were and what you stood for Michael.xxx

  • Alex 2 years ago
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    R.I.P
    Michael was the greatest. Loved by many. Extremely talented.

    God..those haters and their unintelligent remarks...are you trying to be funny?? *rolls eyes*. Example:

    'People keep saying pray for his kids. Man, I was praying for them while he was alive. Maybe now his kids will have some peace.' << How respectful of you. Maybe if we get rid of brainless fools like you we can actually have peace. I cant believe we have people like this in the world.

    We love you Michael!

  • shalimar 2 years ago
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    michael jakson is the greates pop king ever born after elvis

  • We Must See Sr 2 years ago
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    Was this Tour properly insured? WHo is the agent that wrote this one? .... RIP MJ

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