Michael Jackson Memorial Plans Announced
JUL 2, 2009 AT 02:26 PM
CNN.com is reporting that a Michael Jackson's memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday morning at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, according to a person who was reportedly briefed by a family representative. The Staples Center seats 20,000 people.
Contrary to earlier reports, there will be no public viewing at the Neverland Ranch.
Also, the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) has joined the investigation into Michael's death. TMZ reports that Michael allegedly used aliases to obtain prescription drugs.
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32045 points
I heard there were porta-potties delievered to Neverland Ranch. Why would they do that if it wasn't there? This was just on the radio this morning, so I don't know anything. Just weird.
I also read that there will be a 25$ cover charge to attend...
56292 points
I was watching the Today Show and Matt Lauer gave us a tour of the house. The parting shot was the entire street leading up to the ranch, lined with news vans. Even though the rumors of the viewing there turned out to be false, I guess they're holding out. Maybe the Porta-Potties are for them? Supposedly he might be laid to rest there, so maybe that's why??
30730 points
We'll know when it happens. It will be ridiculous if they charge unless it covers the cost of renting the facility or the money goes stright into a trust for the kids. I hate to see anyone else making a decent chunk of money off of his death. The best part of all of this is he is finally at peace. ~ Liz ~
23715 points
It makes me sick to think that anyone would try and profit off his funeral services. Please let the man rest in peace! ---em's
Well I for one don't think they should charge the fans to pay their last respects to Michael. I'm sure this is Joe Jackson's idea if it's true, anything to make a buck Joe.
291835 points
Yep, I was going to say the same thing. If they are really charging money, it would be Joe Jackson. That guy's a jerk.
1070 points
This reminds me of when Elvis died (I was 6 and remember it as if it were yesterday) and how manic people acted. This will definitely be a *new* version of the chaos that is to come!
29835 points
"no public viewing at the Neverland Ranch. " is there going to be one somewhere else ?
2710 points
I doubt it.
2880 points
i#m so tired of hearing about MJ all the time. he was a sick pedophile who committed suicide. seriously, what about farrah?
5709835 points
can't beleive they'll be charging at funeral service
its all very sad!.. $25 charge is not on though. :S
I think it is okay if they charge for Michael’s funeral as long as it is worth it. If there will be big starts who would be there, then I think that would be fine, but it should not be overpriced. Maybe a donation would do.
2710 points
It's actually free.
Muy interesante... el siempre vivira con su musica.
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