The drama is never-ending!
Pending the October 28th release of This Is It, the Jacksons are furious that the film documenting Michael‘s recent rehearsals for his comeback tour will be used as “propaganda” for promoters AEG to prove that the popstar was healthy enough to perform all 50 scheduled shows.
“Michael told me himself that he agreed to 10 shows. But they went and added all these other shows. I was worried about his health,” revealed Joe Jackson in July.
The promoters may be shady, but AEG is donating a large portion of the film’s profits to the already bloated Jackson Family Trust!
“They believe the movie only includes the best clips of Michael’s final rehearsals. He supposedly looks fit, together and excited,” claims a source. “The family can’t speak out because money will be paid to the trust, but privately, they fear the movie is propaganda to back AEG’s argument that Michael was healthy and wasn’t being exploited.”
In response to accusations, AEG rep Michael Roth states, “This is a matter for Sony, who bought the footage from us.” Yet, the company has previously stated that Michael had no health problems, thus agreeing to extend the number of gigs from 10 to 50.
“While fans want to remember Michael as the King of Pop, the family are still suspicious of AEG and how they handled Michael,” continued the insider. “Of course, this movie will also be a huge moneymaker.”
The Jacksons may never be pleased, but Sony believes that the film is “a beautiful tribute.”
It’s hard see true intentions when everyone is blinded by the might dollar!!