Michael Jackson on Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson on Michael Jackson
He’s probably one of the most reclusive celebrities, but Michael Jackson is giving the public a glimpse into his tumultuous life. The December issue of Ebony magazine will feature Jacko’s first cover story in over a decade.
His music has taken a backseat to the drama of his personal life, and Jackson hopes to put an end to that. Anymore, he says, he’s “just about wanting to do wonderful music. I’m writing a lot of stuff right now. I’m in the studio, like, every day.”
And at almost fifty years old (he turns the big 5-0 next year), the “Beat It” singer says he’s proud of all that he’s accomplished so far.
“I’m very proud that we opened doors, that it helped tear down a lot. Going around the world, doing tours, in stadiums, you see the influence of the music. When you just look out over the stage, as far as the naked eye could see, you see people. And it’s a wonderful feeling, but it came with a lot of pain, a lot of pain.”
And the “Thriller” singer says that the rumor mill that has so aptly churned out falsehoods regarding his personal life is nothing more than “crazy people.”
“I don’t pay attention to that. In my opinion, it’s ignorance. It’s usually not based on fact. It’s based on, you know, myth. The guy who you don’t get to see. Every neighborhood has the guy who you don’t see, so you gossip about him. You see those stories about him, there’s the myth that he did this or he did that. People are crazy!”
DKNY Draws Ali Larter, Rashida Jones
DKNY Draws Ali Larter, Rashida Jones
Wednesday night, Donna Karan New York hosted a Midtown Manhattan bash to celebrate the release of their new fragrance “DKNY Delicious Night.” And Ali Larter and Rashida Jones were among the Hollywood A-listers glamming it up.
With a glass of champagne in hand, the Heroes hottie gushed about her love of the Big Apple. “I’m so excited to be here in the city. I’m here with my girlfriends, and we’re going to have an amazing night. We’re going to have a great dinner at the Waverly (Inn) and drink champagne until dawn.”
When asked about her ideal NYC adventure, she replied, “The exact one I’m describing. That’s what we do. It’s not about dancing in nightclubs. It’s about having a great bottle of wine and great conversation. It’s a sexy city, and I’m excited to be here.”
Of her favorite activity in which to partake, Rashida Jones (currently working on both the Office and Unhitched) said, “Just walk around and make decisions as I’m walking of what to do. You can’t do that in L.A. People stare at you like you’re crazy. People don’t really walk. You sit on your (bottom) in the car all day long. It’s insane.”
Both Larter and Jones may be sitting on their collective bottom for awhile, along with the rest of those affected by the writer’s strike in the entertainment industry.
Ali told press, “It’s a very precarious time in Los Angeles. We can only shoot for a couple more days. It’s affected everyone, from our writers to our production assistants to craft service. You have to stand up for what you believe in, but the repercussions are — it’s just a difficult time for everyone.”
And Jones, whose new show doesn’t start filming until 2008, said that it’s tragic, even though it hasn’t put her out yet. “It’s affected so many of my friends. It’s only a couple of days in, and it’s a bummer. These people work so hard, and they’re the glue of the industry. They’re the reason the industry ticks, and to not give them the modicum of respect they deserve — it bums me out. I hope everyone comes to their senses.”
Amy Winehouse and Her Crazy Faces
Amy Winehouse and Her Crazy Faces
When most people go out, they usually return home around 1:00 or 2:00 in the morning. But for Amy Winehouse, that’s when she’s just getting started.
Last night the “Rehab” singer was spotted leaving her new home just before 2am on her way to the London hot spot Bungalow 8. And with the crowd of paparazzi surrounding her, she had plenty of company.
After she’d had her fill of night life, Amy began her trip back home, and on the way she stopped at a late-night sweet shop to stock up on a few goodies.
During the course of her ride home, Winehouse started acting strange, making weird faces and shouting at the shutterbugs, as well as spectators.
Upon her arrival back at her pad, Amy fumbled with her keys and ended up dropping them on the ground. And when she bent down to pick them up, everyone noticed that it was a full moon night.