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In our continuing effort to bring you the multitude of Michael Jackson stories unfolding on the Internet - while still covering the rest of the entertainment world - we have another roundup of the new stories we didn't hit here at PopEater.
Mariah Carey to Perform at Memorial: The LA Times reports that Mariah Carey, Usher, Stevie Wonder and more are scheduled to perform at Jackson's memorial celebration on Tuesday.
Al Sharpton Pushes For MJ Stamp: Jackson's concert promoter told E! says that the Reverend Al Sharpton wants a stamp commemorating the career of Michael Jackson. He told the press, "I'm here because of the disgraceful and the despicable way [the media] is trying to destroy the legacy [of Jackson]."
Second Jackson Will Invalid: Though a second will made out by Jackson has surfaced, TMZ has learned that the 1997 document was declared null and void when the 2002 will was signed.
Jackson's Concert Promoter Is "Fine": MTV reports that AEG CEO Randy Phillips told a press conference: "For the record, this great company I work for is not bankrupt. They're not going out of business and they're certainly not in trouble. I'm heartbroken, but the company is fine."
Jackson Fan Collapses: TMZ reports that a 13-year old fan of the singer fainted while waiting in a crowd gathered outside the Jackson home, and LAPD called for the ambulance.
Jackson's Ghost Haunting Neverland?: Some have asked if the King of Pop is roaming the halls of Neverland in the afterlife. EW explores a shadow seen walking across a room during Larry King's interview with Jermaine Jackson.
Coffin Will NOT Be in Attendance at Memorial: The NY Daily News says that Jackson will be buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park hours before public farewell in Los Angeles.
Bidding War for Jackson Memorial Tickets: TMZ showed tickets going for a jaw-dropping amount on Internet marketplace eBay.
MJ MD Not Licensed to Prescribe: FOXNews claims that Dr. Conrad Murray is not licensed to administer certain levels of controlled medications in CA.
Parking: The Real Problem: As TMZ points out - if tickets to Jackson's memorial service are hard to come by, it's nothing compared to the parking madness that Los Angeles anticipates on Tuesday.
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A Michael Jackson Retrospective

    Michael Jackson was rushed to the hospital suffering from cardiac arrest. According to reports, he has died at the age of 50. A Retrospective of His Life

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    Known as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson began his life as a child sensation who blossomed into one of the greatest pop stars of all time.

    Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images

    He was the lead singer for the very popular Jackson 5 that included the his brothers -- Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon. He then morphed into a highly successful recording artist, making his first solo album in 1972.

    Ron Galella, WireImage

    Jackson appears in the 1982 music video for 'Thriller,' one of the best-selling albums of all time with at least 27 million copies sold worldwide.

    Everett Collection

    Over the course of his storied career, Jackson won 13 Grammy awards -- eight of them for 'Thriller' alone.

    Liason

    His stage presence captured the hearts of millions -- including his signature "moonwalk" dance which he unveiled in 1983 while performing 'Billie Jean.' At 50 years old, he was attempting to make a comeback with several dates scheduled in London.

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    Jackson's successes were also marred by personal strife and controversy. In later years, the singer was twice accused of molesting children. In the first, he settled out of court with the accuser, and in the second he was found not guilty.

    Roslan Rahman, AFP / Getty Images

    Jackson is seen being escorted into court in January of 2004 -- the second time he was charged with child molestation. The first, in 1993, resulted in a settlement reported to be worth about $23 million.

    Hector Mata, AFP / Getty Images

    Jackson is shown here in his 2003 mug shot where he was booked on child molestation charges. The singer was later acquitted.

    Robyn Beck. AFP / Getty Images

    The 'Dangerous' star caused a stir when he held his youngest child, Prince Michael II, over the balcony of his Berlin hotel in 2002. His son was later dubbed 'Blanket' due to this incident.

    Olaf Selchow, Getty Images

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