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Evan Ross, the 22-year old son of diva Diana Ross, celebrated his birthday at Guys and Dolls in Los Angeles last Friday but the party turned into a bit of a tribute to Michael Jackson. The iconic singer’s son decided that he wanted to celebrate the King of Pop’s birthday alongside his own so the entire crowd sang the birthday song to Michael after singing to Evan. Diana then sang a part of her son’s favorite song from Michael’s ‘Off the Wall’. Michael’s mother, Katherine Jackson, reportedly called Diana later on to thank Evan for incorporating Michael in his birthday activities.

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Diana Ross wasn’t able to attend the Michael Jackson public memorial service this past Tuesday but she did release a statement which was read at the Staples Center. The singer’s statement said “I am trying to find closure. I want you to know that even though I am not there at the Staples Center, I am there in my heart. I have decided to pause and be silent. This feels right for me. Michael was a personal love of mine, a treasured part of my world, part of the fabric of my life in a way that I can’t seem to find words to express. Michael wanted me to be there for his children, and I will be there if they ever they need me. I hope, today brings closure for all those who loved him. Thank you Katherine and Joe for sharing your son with the world and with me. I send my love and condolences to the Jackson family.”

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Ticketless fans have been warned to stay away from Michael Jackson’s star-studded memorial service amid fears of riots.

Los Angeles police have urged people not to head to the Staples Center in the city’s downtown area for tomorrow’s event unless they are guaranteed entry.

Authorities fear that up to one million fans will descend on the city.

More than 1.6 million people entered a lottery to get tickets, but only 17,500 were successful.

Some tickets were being offered for sale on eBay for as much as $20,000 today.

British Airways said it had a “huge influx” of reservations over the past few days from British people hoping to make their way to the event – at an arena that can accommodate only 20,000.

Local police have been building barriers around the Staples Center.

Los Angeles Police Department Assistant Chief Jim McDonnell said: “Anybody who does not hold proper credentials, tickets to get in to the event, will not be allowed inside the security zone.”

Among the celebrities expected to pay tribute to the so-called King of Pop at the event include Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Hudson.

Longtime Jacko pal Elizabeth Taylor will reportedly read the eulogy, while other guests may include Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Lionel Richie, Liza Minnelli and Aretha Franklin.

Before the tribute, there will be a private ceremony for family at Forest Lawn cemetery.

Source: Splash News

Category : Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Jennifer Hudson, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Tickets Sale

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More and more details are coming out now that Michael Jackson’s actual will has become public. One very interesting detail is that the late King of Pop did indeed entrust the custody of his three children to his mother Katherine Jackson when he died. However, the will also states that if his mother had died before him or could not serve as the guardian, the next in line for guardianship over the kids was his good friend and fellow singer Diana Ross. I wonder if she knew about that. While it may be an honor to know that someone trusts you that much, I think it would be shocking if you knew nothing about it.

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No one has gone untouched by the passing of the King of Pop Michael Jackson and his fellow legendary comrades and friends are all shocked by the singer’s death. Diana Ross, who was a very big factor in the rise to fame of the Jackson 5, recently released a statement saying “I can’t stop crying, this is too sudden and shocking. I am unable to imagine this. My heart is hurting. I am in prayer for his kids and the family.” Tina Turner also commented on the sudden passing of her peer saying “I am shocked and saddened by Michael’s passing. I, along with his millions of fans, looked forward to seeing him tour one more time. Now, may he rest in peace.”

Category : Diana Ross, Jackson 5, Michael Jackson, Music Legends, Tina Turner

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I doubt Beyonce will still look this good when she goes past her 40s. One of the original divas, Diano Ross, looked ravishing in red at a concert in Las Vegas this past weekend. The singer is already 64 years old but she still looks mighty amazing. People can only wish to look like she does at that age when they’re only 34! I wonder what her secret is to still looking so gorgeous. I bet she can make money off of that. She can have it patented. Diana will be around forever! She may even outlast Cher! Ok, that’s still up for debate.

Category : Diana Ross, Divas

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I’ll bet there isn’t a woman out there who hasn’t, at one point in their lives, sung this song loud and proud. Whether it be in your bath tub, at your ex boyfriend or on a drunken karaoke night with the girls – admit it you’ve all done it.

After 30 years of its release, Gloria Gaynor continues to ride the success of “I Will Survive,” touring the country and the world over and performing her signature song on dozens of TV shows.

A few successful remixes of the song during the 1990s and 2000s along with new versions of the song by Diana Ross, Chantay Savage, rock group Cake and others as well as constant recurrent airplay on nearly all Soft AC and Rhythmic format radio stations have helped to keep the song in the mainstream.

Now in 2008, Gloria celebrates the 30th Anniversary of her Grammy Award winning song. The lyrics of this song are written from the point of view of a woman, recently dumped, telling her former lover that she can cope without him and does not want anything more to do with him. The song has become something of an anthem of female emancipation, and is still a staple of office parties and karaoke nights.

Category : Diana Ross, Gloria Gaynor, Grammy Awards, Greatest Hits, News, Oldies music, lyrics

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The diva has really done it this time! Diana Ross actually pissed off a crowd of 40,000 at the 2008 Air Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival on Saturday where the 63-year old was booed and heckled by Jamaicans in attendance at Montego Bay after organizers told them that “to honor Miss Ross’ wishes, she will not be shown on the monitors”. That piece of news was met with a whole lot of hissing. The audience in the stadium-sized arena was unable to see the diva onstage but she wouldn’t allow to put her performance on the big screen but she would not go on stage if any cameras were present. The booing continued for her whole hour-long set when the crowd beyond the first section couldn’t even see her.

Category : Concert, Diana Ross, Music Festival, Performance, jazz

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It’s a time for mourning for many stars in the past couple of weeks. We first had Jane Seymour lose her mother, Marie Osmond lose her father, Kanye West bury his mother and now, Diana Ross suffers through the loss of her father.

The legendary singer gave one of the most emotional performance of her career on Tuesday night when she revealed to the audience at her show at the Gibson Amphitheater in Los Angeles that her father had passed away earlier that morning. But like a true performer, she decided to go on with the show.

One concertgoer said that “It was very touching. Diana was close to tears throughout the show and at one point brought out her entire family on stage in celebration of her dad.”

Category : Diana Ross, Divas, Live, Los Angeles, Music, Music Artist, Music Legends, Singers

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