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Jackson's will answers questions, raises more
LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) - The will and the wake.
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Amid the frenzy of confusing and conflicting information that has followed the death of Michael Jackson, Wednesday began with clarity on two fronts. The day ended, however, with more questions than answers.
A federal law enforcement official said Wednesday night that the Drug Enforcement Administration had joined Jackson's death investigation, once again fanning speculation that drugs may have been involved in the pop icon's passing.
Earlier in the day, the Jackson family said they would not hold a public or private viewing of his body at Neverland Ranch, as had been reported. They didn't indicate where else or when such a ceremony would be held.
And though Jackson's will, made public Wednesday, placed his entire estate in a family trust, the document that described the trust was not filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
"He was such an enigma in life, why would we expect him to be anything different in death?" said Antoni Devon, a Jackson fan who huddled with other music lovers at a makeshift memorial for the singer outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
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I have always enjoyed and been amazed with Michael jackson's entertainment. Yes, he was excellent, But he is not worth the amount of time that the news agencies (especially CNN) have been spending on the coverage. The political demons of the world love it (especially the US) when the Eyes Of The World are turned elsewhere.
The world is in economic and political turmoil. CNN and other news agencies have the resources to shine the "light on the cockroaches" who are benifiting from the worlds difficult moments. (the cockroaches always have and they always will)
I know that pop coverage increases advertizing revenues. Can CNN limit coverage to only 20% of their air time?
Also, i am sure Farah Faucett's family must be very happy that they are not getting the heavy media coverage and that they are able to have a more private mourning time.
I don't think I have ever seen a celebrity with so many friends. Every body is now Michael's friend, yet not one of you so call friends could help him when his life began to spiral out of control. This is a perfect example of blind leading blind. I know Michael must be turning in his grave and since he does not have a voice to speak right now, i will speak for him. "just leave him the heavens alone!" he has done us all proud as Americans, which is more than I can say for any of you.
Rest in peace Michael. We love you.
Michael Jackson's death is indeed a major lost to the entertainment industry and world at large.
However, I believe the media has crossed the line and has actually become intrusive. Michael Jackson's private life is that, 'private." What is the media going to accomplish by invading his and his families privacy? Sell more advertising? Increase their TV ratings?
Let's respect his privacy and not make Mr. Jackson's death a circus adding to the pain his family, friends and fans are undergoing. Must we dissect to the smallest neutron an individual's reputation and legacy?
Let Michael Jackson rest in peace and afford his family the right of mourning is lost with dignity.