Question: What do Michael Jackson and Pope John Paul II have in common? Answer: They were the most recent famous public figures whose bodies were chosen for public viewing after their deaths. Before Michael Jackson, another famous figure whose body was public viewing was Pope John Paul II in April 2005.  Droves of Catholics, people of faith, and tourists filled…

TVGuide.com discovered a wonderful video of Dolly Parton giving a heartfelt tribute to her close friend, Michael Jackson, a “true musical genius and fantastic performer and a really sweet, sweet soul.” She also reveals her belief that Michael is rejoicing with the angels, because he always had the heart of one. Watch the video below.…

In the wake (no pun intended) of recent celebrity deaths like Michael, Farrah, Ed, and Billy, there have been a surprising surge in false rumors swirling about other celebrity deaths: Jeff Goldblum, Natalie Portman, Harrison Ford, George Clooney, Rick Astley, and, yes, even Britney Spears. The first rumor, around the time Michael Jackson’s death was…

In typical fashion, this year’s BET Awards were a mishmash of randomness–not enough awards, too many sub-par performances and, even for a night that was to be dedicated to the late great King of Pop, Michael Jackson, it was barely that. There were so many moments I’d love to dig into, but I set aside…

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