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Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson


Background information
Birth name Michael Joseph Jackson
Born August 29, 1958
Born place Gary, Indiana, U.S.
Died June 25, 2009
Death place Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genre(s) New Jack Swing
Soul
R&B
Rock
Pop
Years active 1964—2009
Label(s) Epic Records
Legacy Recordings
Motown Records
Associated acts The Jackson 5
Website Website



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Michael Jackson Sued By Thriller Actress

May 6, 2009
Michael Jackson Sued By Thriller ActressMichael Jackson's smash hit Thriller is coming back to haunt him - his video girlfriend is suing the King of Pop over unpaid royalties.

Actress Ola Ray, a former Playboy Playmate, has filed suit against Jackson and his production company alleging breach of contract.

According to TMZ, Ray's attorney claims she was promised a cut of the 1983 promo's revenue but has yet to receive a penny.

The epic 14-minute video, which was directed by John Landis, was the most expensive promo of its time, at a cost of $500,000.

Landis also filed suit against Jackson in January, claiming he's owed royalties for his work on the iconic promo and related spin-offs.

In his suit, the director alleged he had a deal in place with the superstar, which entitled him to 50 per cent of the net profits from the video and related material.

(by Daniel Melia)



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