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Jackson to finally be put to rest
Nine weeks after his death, Jackson’s body will be buried at sunset alongside other stars including Walt Disney and Clark Gable. Five miles from Hollywood, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale,...
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Michael Jackson's kids to receive $33 million each in inheritance
With the anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death approaching, it seems as if the inheritance that his three children will receive has been revealed. According to News Of The World, Prince, 13, Paris,...
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The Jackson 5 set to launch, brand new fashion line
From Black Voices: These days, creating a clothing line is as easy as “ABC, 123,” especially if you’re a member of the Jackson family. Following in the footsteps of celebrities like Diddy and Beyonce,...
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'Let's Go Crazy'! 'Purple Rain' makes Hall of Fame
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Purple Rain” and “I’ll Be There” are among the latest batch of songs headed for immortality. The Recording Academy has put the songs by Prince and the Jackson 5 into the 2011 Grammy...
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Say it ain't so! Tito Jackson is finally going solo
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tito Jackson is going solo. The 57-year-old musician and original member of the Jackson 5 says he will unveil some of his new material during a New Year’s Eve performance in Atlanta....
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The 25 greatest Motown songs of all time
Tonight, the Obamas will be paying tribute to the iconic music of Motown at a special Black History Month event at the White House. Besides being some of the most celebrated pop music of all time,...
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Slideshow: Breaking down the best father-daughter dance ever
There’s a video that is circulating the web, where a bride is having the traditional dance with her father. What makes this particular video amazing of the medley of dance moves that soon follows. We...
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Brett Ratner in talks for new Eddie Murphy project
From The Wrap: Brett Ratner told TheWrap Sunday that he’s in talks with comedian Eddie Murphy for yet another new project, despite the tepid opening of their caper movie this weekend. “I’d make...
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Apollo Theater anniversary: Celebrating 78 years of classic performances...
Monday marks the 78th anniversary of the opening of the famed Apollo Theater in Harlem. The Apollo is a national landmark and still stands in New York City as a symbol of black music and culture. Its...
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Jackson brothers to perform Michael’s hits on ‘Unity’ tour: Is it a tribute...
Would you to pay to see a Jackson who isn’t Michael perform all of Michael’s hits? The Jackson brothers hope you will. They’re going on tour this summer and they’re taking their superstar brother’s...
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Randy Jackson’s emotional visit to MJ’s grave
TMZ reports that Randy Jackson had a very emotional visit to his brothers tomb during the 3-year-anniversary. The King of Pop’s younger brother took photos with fans, including Michael Jackson...
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Spike Lee works on Michael Jackson documentary on ‘Bad’ album
NEW YORK (AP) — Spike Lee worked with Michael Jackson and considered him a friend, but the director says even he learned a lot combing through footage of the icon for a planned documentary about the...
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Jackson 5 cartoon series on DVD/blu ray for 1st time ever
Fans of the Jackson 5 are in for a special treat. The Saturday morning cartoon inspired by the beloved black boy band is finally coming to DVD and blu ray. The Jackson 5ive was produced by Rankin/Bass...
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theGrio’s favorite R&B male ballads
Valentine ’s Day is a time to reflect on the ones closest to your heart. Whether it be your mother, sister, girlfriend or wife, this is a time to appreciate those who make you smile. TheGrio chose some...
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Deke Richards, Motown songwriter-producer, dies
BELLINGHAM, Washington (AP) — Motown songwriter-producer Deke Richards has died at a hospice at age 68. Richards, whose real name was Dennis Lussier, died Sunday at the Whatcom Hospice House, Peace...
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Dante de Blasio brings back the ‘fro: theGrio’s favorite afros of all time
Dante de Blasio, the teenage son of likely Democratic New York City mayoral nominee Bill de Blasio, became a major figure in the city’s election cycle after appearing in an anti-stop-and-frisk campaign...
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‘Michael Jackson, Inc’ celebrates the King of Pop’s business savvy
Michael Jackson is by far one of the most iconic entertainers of our time, an icon who created a signature sound that will never be duplicated . After his death in 2009 at the age of 50, his musical...
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Members of extended Jackson family in reality show
BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) — Members of Michael Jackson’s extended family are stepping out of what they call “the Jackson bubble” for a reality show. The six-episode show, debuting Nov. 18 on...
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