[rustyme]

I have made my views on MJ quite clear, and see no need to reiterate them.  However, I think it is more than disgusting, although inevitable, the way the money shite hawks are diving in for their slice of the money, that's to be made out of the death of a human being, and in some cases a close family member. I know he led an extremely pathetic , facade of life ! but why do they have to continue the insanity ?  Sadly the fans are as much to blame , they should just walk away and have their memories of happier days , not  those of a sad, pathetic, even mentally deranged , faded star !! 

cheers

Russ

[lovespigs]

Some of you good people are forgetting 2 very important words


NOT GUILTY

[rustyme]

I can't speak for anybody else , but I haven't forgotten anything !!! not even the $20 million, out of court settlement paid to the 11 years olds family (not quite the same as not guilty !!!) , nor the other millions $, out of court settlements to other kids or the millions paid to ex-workers for their silence over "inappropriate touching of young boys by MJ" . Nor do I forget the words that MJ spoke himself , that he had young boys over to stay on  a regular basis , who slept in HIS bed while he slept in the same room !!!! Is that the action of a normal 45 year old ?  But this is MY view , MY conclusions , not anybody else's . However that aside , I did say that there was no need for me to reiterate my view ,  the man is dead now !!! He can't argue the point out , so to be fair , I will shut up about what he may? or may not? have done .  The people running the debacle since his death have forgotten one word, DIGNITY , strange ?,  since they have certainly remembered another one , MONEY !!!!

cheers

Russ

[dixie]

No he definately wasn't 'normal'! to sleep with young boys at the age of 45! but then he was 'different' and childlike himself, no excuse as far as I'm concerned. BUT we will never know if he ever did or didn't abuse anyone. my guess is that there'll be a few more out of the woodwork claiming abuse in the hope of getting money!!

[sellickbhoy]

Now that he is dead, i expect several "biographies" of "me and Michael" to come out fomr people who had their silence bought

can't slander a dead man, and they kept their mouths shut while he was alive, so they've kept their end of the sordid deals they struck.

time to cash in again -it's the american way you know!

[sheila]

 I think it's time this subject was layed to rest now (no pun intended) There will be lots more as the funeral takes place and the revelations start.

[rustyme]

thats a bit like walking into a pub and telling everyone to stop talking, because you don't like what they are talking about . If you don't like what they are talking about , don't listen to the conversation , or leave the pub . In this case, if you don't want to read about MJ, don't read a thread all about him  !!!!  If anybody wants to have an argument, then yes that should be done by PM or email, direct person to person . I do understand what you mean though , every tv channel is MJ this or MJ that , and the same with the papers . On this medium (computer forums etc) it tends to be the case nowdays, that if you have a strong opinion on a subject, and voice it , then you are ranting !!! when all you are doing is stating what you believe to be true , your perception of the subject . Unlike conversation face to face though , you lay out those perceptions in one go , it therefore seems that you are having a go or a dig or whatever you want to call it . This post is case in point really. I am not in the least put out by your comment , nor am I having, said dig , go or whatever, just stating that we should feel free to have our say, and not be ruled by the crazy  politically correct  world that has taken over our lives and our conversations.  As yet I haven't read any comment about MJ, that hasn't been on the tv, or in the papers, at some time over the last ten years or so . Let people speak their mind , you don't have to agree with what they say , but they should be free to say it.  (as long as they agree with MEEEE !!!!) 

cheers

Russ

[jameslindsay]

You know something just is not right. Have a look at this video - shot 36 hours before his death. 36 hours later he is apparantly dead and we have all read the appauling description of the frail body etc. I smell shite!!!!

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8131776.stm

[sheila]

 wow! I loved the video. thanks.

[sandy]

The funny thing is, I am not a fan but I am ALWAYS, transfixed by his performances, the last one no exception although I remember a while ago people close to him said he was very frail, however, he was a great showman and who ever posted "what influence has he had on music?" should think again, a lot of Black artists in particular have been inspired by his sucess and breakthrough into mainstream music.

[jameslindsay]

Having seen clips of yesterdays service I do think the man had an awful life. I will say though that seeing his 3 children unveiled for the first time - he had 3 beautiful children. I hope he finds peace now.

[CarraghsBorderCollies]

michael's daughter paris looks to be a lovely girl,
she was very brave during the service,
my heart went out to her!
i would adopt her myself if i could!

[Tullywood Farm]

Hi Gem

Totally agree with you with every thing that you have said about Michael PEOPLE should remember that as far as I am aware you are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY and as far as I am aware Michael was NEVER found guilty of anything Sorry for shouting but I really liked Michael and I am getting totally P**sed at people leaving or saying negative things about him and not thinking about His poor children or any of the people that liked him and I am possitive there are MILLIONS of them.
Kindest regards
Joe

[Fluffywelshsheep]

That okay Gem and Joe,
 These forums just show the diversity of people and their believes

Linz

[sheila]

at micheals funeral service there were many people of different races and religions who obviously loved him so he couldn't have been all bad. Perhaps we should take less notice of the rubbish the tabloids print and remember the pleasure he gave to millions.