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Jacko Readies a Comeback

Dirty Dancing choreographer leads show

By Ambreen Ali,  Newser User

Posted May 12, 2009 2:33 PM CDT

(Newser) – As the King of Pop readies his first concert run in more than a decade, so, too the requisite secrecy, swirling rumors, and lawsuits begin to get in shape. Michael Jackson may be developing moves to rival the moonwalk, he's definitely rehearsing six hours daily with 10 dancers and a top choreographer near the Burbank airport, and he's facing at least two lawsuits. The Los Angeles Times looks in on the circus surrounding the return of a legend.

While doubts swirl about Jackson's physical and mental ability to carry out the massive $20 million, 50-concert tour—appropriately called "This Is It"—insiders say the 50-year-old is girding for a comeback, readying dance routines, and polishing fan favorites. "It's going to be the biggest, most technologically advanced arena show—and the most expensive—ever mounted," the concert promoter says.

Jackson is seen in March, announcing his plans to appear at the London O2 Arena.
Jackson is seen in March, announcing his plans to appear at the London O2 Arena.   (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, file)
Jackson fans call out his name as they wait outside his hotel in central London in March.
Jackson fans call out his name as they wait outside his hotel in central London in March.   (AP Photo/Sang Tan)
Jackson announces that he is set to play live concerts at the London O2 Arena in July.
Jackson announces that he is set to play live concerts at the London O2 Arena in July.   (AP Photo/Joel Ryan)
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COMMENTS
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Robert_Dada
May 13, 2009 2:49 AM CDT
He was crap long before the pedophile allegations and physical changes. Homogenized pop crap targeted for the lowest common denominator market.
Timinator2K
May 12, 2009 8:03 AM CDT
QUICK, HIDE YOUR CHILDREN!
inky
May 12, 2009 7:47 AM CDT
They must've found a way to stick his nose back on.

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