Prince, Paris and Blanket Memorialize Michael Jackson in Handprint Ceremony
His memory and indelible mark on music and pop culture will last forever and now Michael Jackson's children have cemented his legacy ... in the literal sense.
With a hand and footprint ceremony, Prince, 14, Paris, 13, and Blanket Jackson, 9, left their mark - and Michael's - outside Hollywood's Grauman's Chinese Theater.
Here's a photo of the kids paying tribute to their late father Thursday, at the event held in conjunction with the Cirque de Soleil MJ-themed Immortal show:
"This, right here, is his lifetime achievement award," said Prince Michael Jackson, 14. "This is what he strived to get, and this is what we are giving him now."
The Jackson kids made an imprint in the cement using Michael's famous sequin glove and a pair of his dancing shoes, and each added their own print as well.
Also there to celebrate the King of Pop's memory: mother, Katherine, brothers Tito and Jackie, Smokey Robinson, Quincy Jones and Justin Bieber, who said:
"He meant so much to me. More than entertainer; he was an inspiration."
We doubt he's alone in that sentiment.
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Prince Michael Jackson Meets With Prosecutors, May Be Rebuttal Witness Against Conrad Murray
Deputy D.A. David Walgren met with Michael Jackson's son Prince to discuss the possibility of the King of Pop's eldest child testifying against Dr. Conrad Murray.
The meeting was held at Katherine Jackson's gated Calabasas, Calif., residence. Katherine, Michael's mother, wants to ensure Prince's protection in all of this.
"Even though she is steadfastly against Prince testifying, she recognizes this is something he feels he must do if asked," says a source close to the family.
Prince Michael with sister Paris Jackson in Wales October 8.
"Prince has information that's clearly relevant to the proceedings. Make no mistake, Prince would have been called as a witness already if he was an adult."
The D.A. is about to rest without having called Prince Michael Jackson, but the option is on the table to call him as a rebuttal witness after Murray's defense.
That decision will be made by the D.A. after hearing the defense case.
"Prince does have information that would be helpful for the jury to hear. However, it's a double-edged sword of putting a child on the stand," says the insider.
Michael Jackson's Kids Honor Dad in Wales
Christina Aguilera rocked the house and Jennifer Hudson no-showed, but the big story of the Michael Forever tribute concert was the appearance by his kids.
Michael Jackson's children Prince, 14, Paris, 13 and Blanket, 9, took the stage briefly in Cardiff, Wales, to introduce a live satellite performance by Beyonce.
"We're very happy to be here on this special night to honour our father," said Paris, dressed in an exact replica of the jacket MJ wore in his "Thriller" video.
Prince's outfit conjures up images of "Bad," while young Blanket went for one of his dad's more recent looks, with the long hair and the signature armband:
The legendary singer, perhaps the single most successful artist in modern music, died in 2009 aged 50 while rehearsing for a series of comeback concerts.
The Michael Forever tribute concert coincides with the involuntary manslaughter trial of the singer's doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray, currently underway in L.A.
Prince, Paris and Blanket have agreed to boycott coverage of the trial, though Prince has also said he will testify if called by the prosecution in the case.
Michael's brothers Jermaine and Randy boycotted the tribute show, calling it ''ill-timed'' and 'inappropriate'' given the criminal proceedings taking place.
Janet Jackson was less opposed to the show, but declined to perform because it would be "too painful". In any case, here's a video of Michael Jackson's kids ...
Prince, Paris and Blanket Jackson Boycotting Conrad Murray Trial
Prince, Paris, and Blanket Jackson, the children of the late Michael Jackson, have decided to instill a self-imposed boycott of Dr. Conrad Murray's trial.
The physician, accused of involuntary manslaughter, faces a long prison term if convicted. The trial, which began last week, is expected to last weeks.
Sources say that for the kids, especially Prince and Paris, rehashing the details of how Michael died is just too hard, and they're trying to tune it out.
Katherine Jackson, Michael's mother and the kids' guardian, is said to be relieved that kids aren't more curious and desperate to pay close attention.
After prosecutor David Walgren displayed the body of Michael Jackson in the opening statement of the Dr. Conrad Murray trial, the stakes were high.
Katherine was unhappy and disturbed the shocking pic was displayed, and the 911 call placed after MJ was found unresponsive was also unnerving.
At this point it's unlikely that the kids will be called as witnesses against Murray, as the prosecution feels it has plenty of others to prove its case.
The children certainly do not wish to be involved whatsoever. However, if asked to take the stand, Prince Michael will testify without complaint.
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Prince Michael Jackson to Testify in Dr. Conrad Murray Trial if Asked
Michael Jackson's eldest son Prince will very likely be asked to testify at the involuntary manslaughter trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, which begins today in L.A.
An eyewitness to the horrific scene in the bedroom where his father lost his life in 2009, the 14-year-old does not want to testify, but will do what he must.
According to a TMZ report, Prince is telling family that if he's called to the stand, he'll do what needs to be done in the name of justice for his late father.
That said, he's not exactly looking forward to it. Prince is "nervous" and worried that if he's called to the stand, he might get flustered and "mess up."
If Prince, who is on the prosecution's witness list, is called by prosecutors, his grandma and guardian, Katherine, will ask her lawyers to protect him.
Not to bar him from testifying, but to request that the entire courtroom be cleared during his testimony. That wouldn't be unprecedented for minors.
Judge Michael Pastor will likely prohibit the media from putting Prince on camera and traumatizing him further, but may not clear the court altogether.
Prince is on the witness list because Dr. Murray summoned Prince Michael Jackson to MJ's bedroom for help during the fateful morning in June 2009.
Opening statements in Murray's trial begin today.
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Prince Michael Jackson Makes Like Dad
Donning a black suit, red shirt and red armband and conjuring up images of a certain music King, Prince Michael Jackson made quite an appearance Friday.
At the Tribute to Bambi charity event in Berlin, Michael's eldest child presented three manuscripts for some of his dad's biggest hits to be auctioned off.
For a good cause, the original lyrics and music to "Bad," "Billie Jean," and "Smooth Criminal" are now up for sale. Here's Prince Michael at the event:
Prince Michael poses with German actress Miriam Pielhau.
"With everything I do, I try to build on what my father did. I also try to help and change things - just like he did," the 14-year-old told the audience.
Bidding goes until November 10 at United Charity. Four hours after the auction opened, the manuscript for Michael's "Bad" was already at $20,400.
Proceeds will go to charities benefiting disadvantaged children.
Prince Michael Jackson is "an incredibly polite, well-raised young man," an attendee of the event said. "I think we can expect to hear more from him."
Just not right away. He's got normal teenage things to do. "I wish I could stay longer to see the sights," he said. "But I have to get back for school."
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Prince Michael Jackson: Coming Into His Own
Michael Jackson's eldest son, Prince Michael, is stepping into the spotlight.
The 14-year-old will be in Berlin, sans relatives, for a November 10 auction in support of a cause dear to his late father's heart: helping disadvantaged kids.
His dad's handwritten composition of "Bad" will be sold to the highest bidder, with ALL proceeds from the auction going to the Tribute to Bambi foundation.
The group supports organizations in Germany that aid needy children.
"Prince Michael Jackson will walk the red carpet and present the manuscript on stage surrounded by children," a spokesperson for the event says.
"He won't be traveling alone," says a source close to the event, noting he will have an encourage, "but no family members will be with him."
In 2002, when he was just five, Prince Michael visited Berlin with his father, sister Paris and then-baby brother Blanket for the same event.
Prince Michael, Paris and Blanket to Attend MJ Tribute Concert
Michael Jackson's kids are planning on attending the upcoming MJ Tribute Concert in person. This in spite of objections from two of their uncles.
Prince, Paris and Blanket have all decided that they want to fly to Wales for the event, regardless of what Jermaine and Randy Jackson think.
An Jackson family rep tells TMZ: "Paris, Blanket and Prince have been asked to attend the MJ Tribute in Wales and they have decided to go."
The rep adds that the kids are "extremely excited and they're hoping they will have the opportunity to contribute in some way by making a speech."
"Nothing has been set in stone, but they really hope they can."
Jermaine and Randy are fighting their attendance, as well as the concert itself, which they consider "inappropriate," given that the event is due to take place in October during the involuntary manslaughter trial of Dr. Conrad Murray.
We can see that side of it, but at the same time, Michael's kids - who are said to be so happy these days - should be allowed to honor his memory.
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Children of Michael Jackson: Happy!
Michael Jackson must be smiling from above.
Two years after his death, his once-veiled children Prince, 14, Paris, 13, and Blanket, 9, are facing the world and adjusting to their new life with flying colors.
"They are really happy kids now," a source says.
Paris, Blanket, Prince and some other person we don't know.
Monday, they made a public appearance with their grandmother, Katherine Jackson, and aunt, Latoya Jackson, at a ceremony to donate some of MJ's artwork.
They were also spotted at Six Flags Magic Mountain last week with their cousins, Jermajesty and Jaafar, plus Prince Michael Jackson's girlfriend Niki (sp?).
As summer winds down, the Jacksons - like any kids - will focus on school.
"Prince and Paris are going back to [private school] this year. They love the social aspect of it," says the source of the long home-schooled kids.
Blanket, on the other hand, will stay home to receive his education, at least for now: "He's still very, very shy. He's still home-schooled."
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Does Prince Michael Jackson Have a Girlfriend?
Kids. They grow up so fast.
Michael Jackson's eldest son, Prince Michael, spent the afternoon at Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif., yesterday, along with his siblings Blanket (pictured) and Paris, plus Jermaine Jackson's kids ... and a special young lady?
Could this be a new girlfriend for Prince Michael Jackson?
Prince Michael Jackson, 14, with his mystery maybe-girlfriend and brother Blanket, 9. The kids seemed to be having a blast during their Magic Mountain excursion.
Sightings of Michael Jackson's kids have been more common in the two years since their dad passed away. They always look like they're handling things well.
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