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As the entire world mourns the death of Michael Jackson, many are celebrating the King of Pop’s unparalleled musical legacy. Following the news of Jackson’s sudden passing, Jackson songs and albums immediately begin climbing the sales charts at digital music stores. Over on iTunes, the current top five albums, and seven of the Top 10, [...]

The extent of the reaction to Mr. Jackson’s sudden death underscored how far his influence had spread.

Pop giant Michael Jackson, who took to the stage as a child star and went on to set the world dancing to the thumping rhythms of his music for decades, died Thursday, TMZ website reported.

"I don't know how I'm going to do 50 shows. I'm not a big eater - I need to put some weight on," Jackson reportedly said.

Auction of Jackson's Neverland memorabilia cancelled after he filed suit.

Michael Jackson may have vacated his Neverland abode, but ever since announcing his London concert residency, the King of Pop has brought a bit of Peter Pan-style fantasy back to town. For his shows, MJ is purportedly bringing backup -- in the form of snakes, a panther, tropical birds, three monkeys and an elephant.

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Auctioneer says Michael Jackson's reps made threats to stop sale of memorabilia.

Pop star Michael Jackson has sued to stop an auction house from selling millions of dollars of the iconic singer's property.

Michael Jackson is making his first live appearance in years, but will it still be a thriller?

Jackson was photographed outside a health clinic, where his hands and face appeared inflamed and blotchy