Michael Jackson’s brothers and sisters are planning rehearsals to perform at least one of the late King of Pop’s scheduled shows, according to U.S. reports.
Sisters Janet and LaToya are looking to join the remaining Jackson 5 brothers to perform a tribute on July 13, the day Jacko would have played his first comeback show at London’s O2 arena.
“If all goes well, the Jacksons are looking to fill at least five of the 50 gigs their superstar brother was scheduled to perform on his sold-out comeback series,” a report said.
A family member told the paper: “We might do the 13th or a date in August with Jan and Toya.
“It’ll be good and we’ll do it right for Michael.”
The stars, including brothers Tito, Jermaine, Jackie and Marlon, are putting aside their differences and are working on the choreography to back up songs and dance numbers Michael already worked on.
They are even looking at a world tour after playing at the O2, a family source said.
With the first concert date looming and with Jackson’s memorial-service extravaganza on Tuesday, the famous siblings are racing the clock.
“They’re working on keeping the tour going,” said another family source.
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.”
Sources are saying that, after a secret meeting at the Beverly Hills Hotel recently, Michael Jackson made it clear that he will not be performing with Janet and the Jackson 5, even if the organizer will sue him for it. It was earlier reported that Jacko’s manager signed a deal on behalf of the former King of Pop to perform with his family at Cowboy Stadium in Texas in 2010. Part of the deal was to not sign any other concert deal for 18 months but we all know that Jacko signed a deal for his London concerts scheduled to begin in July. Patrick Allocco of AllGood Entertainment recently resubmitted his offer for Jacko to perform. For the one night event, he will get $3 million, Janet $1 million and the brothers $500,000 to split. If Jacko refuses the final offer, AllGood Entertainment will proceed with suing him and his family.
Big Brother’s House is going to be much rowdy and more exciting thanks to the big names who have agreed to enter the Celebrity Big Brother House. First on the list is Michael’s sister La Toya Jackson. However, she is not the only music celebrity in Big Brother’s House this year. The other celebrities are Ben Adams who became popular in the 90s, Mutya Buena of Sugabebe, rapper Coolie who is identified with Gangsta Paradise, music journalist Terry Christian (who is the first Celebrity head of House) and Michelle Heaton formerly of Liberty X. But that’s not all.
Big Brother fans should also watch out for Tina Malone, Lucy Pinder, Tommy Sheridan and Verne Troyer. The task in Big Brother’s House this year will focus on life as a celebrity. True enough, everything in the house has been designed to match the celebrity status of the guests including a winter wonderland outdoor area complete with a heated seating area and a carousel, a giant ashtray-like smoking area and gym equipment. Watch your favorite celebrities show their true colors during the entire 22-day run. That is, if they don’t get evicted.
Jermaine Jackson recently told the Australian Associated Press that the Jackson 5 will be reuniting and that it will be just like old times. He says the brothers, including Michael, are going to go on a world tour next year and that Janet will be their opener. Thus far, Jermaine is the only one talking. None of the other Jacksons are confirming the news. He said “It is just the timing, so what we’ve been doing is working on the music and all the logistics. It is going to be more like a family affair, Janet’s going to open and, of course, the original Jackson 5…Michael, Randy and the whole family. We’re in the studio, we’re planning on being out there next year.”
1, 2, 3, 4, 5…that’s how many Jacksons there were performing back in the 1970s with “I Want You Back” and “Never Can Say Goodbye”. And now brother Jermaine says they’re well on their way to a reunion tour, set to begin sometime in 2008. It is planned to be an all out reunion, including brother Michael who left the group in 1985 to pursue his solo career.
Jermaine was the lead singer before Michael took over and has been instrumental in planning the reunion. He says Michael has been at the meetings and will definately be involved. “He has to be. He is a Jackson.”
According to Jermaine, this isn’t the first time the Jackson 5 have tried to come back together. Plans for an earlier regroup were set aside in 2005 due to Michael’s child abuse case.
Jermaine is hopeful that this tour will bring them closer together and closer to a new album. He says the band is currently in the studio working on a new project.
Personal opinion here – look at Michael as a musician and not as a person when you’re considering their reunion. Taking no sides here, but whether you believe in his guilt or innocence regarding events in his life, you can’t deny that he’s had some amazing musical accomplishments. Give him, and the other 4 Jacksons, some kudos for having the cajones to get back out there!
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