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LOS ANGELES – Michael Jackson, defined in equal parts as the world's greatest entertainer and perhaps its most enigmatic figure, was about to attempt one of the greatest comebacks of all time. Then his life was cut shockingly — and so far, mysteriously — short.
The 50-year-old musical superstar died Thursday, just as he was preparing for what would be a series of 50 concerts starting July 13 at London's famed 02 arena. Jackson had been spending hours and hours toiling with a team of dancers for a performance he and his fans hoped would restore his tarnished legacy to its proper place in pop.
An autopsy was planned for Friday, though results were not likely to be final until toxicology tests could be completed, a process that could take several days and sometimes weeks. However, if a cause can be determined by the autopsy, they will announce the results, said Los Angeles County Coroner Investigator Jerry McKibben.
Police said they were investigating, standard procedure in high-profile cases.
Jackson died at UCLA Medical Center after being stricken at his rented home in the posh Los Angeles neighborhood of Holmby Hills. Paramedics tried to resuscitate him at his home for nearly three-quarters of an hour, then rushed him to the hospital, where doctors continued to work on him.
"It is believed he suffered cardiac arrest in his home. However, the cause of his death is unknown until results of the autopsy are known," his brother Jermaine said.
Cardiac arrest is an abnormal heart rhythm that stops the heart from pumping blood to the body. It can occur after a heart attack or be caused by other heart problems.
Jackson's death brought a tragic end to a long, bizarre, sometimes farcical decline from his peak in the 1980s, when he was popular music's premier all-around performer, a uniter of black and white music who shattered the race barrier on MTV, dominated the charts and dazzled even more on stage.
His 1982 album "Thriller" — which included the blockbuster hits "Beat It," "Billie Jean" and "Thriller" — is the best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 50 million copies sold worldwide.
Real Talk
In the 1950s, Plaisance had an abundance of tradesmen - carpenters, cabinet makers, gutter smiths, teachers and headmasters. There were a few small cottage industries, three bakeries, three coconut factories producing oil and copra, one factory making mattress from coconut fiber, several shops selling groceries, cake shops and stores which sold cloth and accessories.
Guyana Day Toronto, Canada 2009
New Photo's
Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!
Prince William Street Plaisance
Plaisance Development Committee US Based Answers A Plead
Plaisance Salutes Attorney-at-Law Mr. Devon King
New lawyer says learning the law never ends
Mr. Claude Ince Vice President of the Committee
handing over the committee's monetary contribution to Ms. Leslyn Halley
The year 2009 commenced on a good note for the Plaisance Developmemt Committee USA based.
The committee has, since its commencement, have been giving back to the Plaisance Community which include Sparendaam and Goedverwagting.
They have made significant contributions to the Schools, some Churches, the Community Centre, Dorcas Club, the area with street lights and individuals.
Here in the photograph is Mr. Claude Ince Vice President of the Committee
handing over the committee's monetary contribution to Ms. Leslyn Halley
to assist her in covering her travelling and medical expenses. Ms. Halley is
accopmanying her 14 months old daughter Gabrielle Heywood to India to undergo
an Open Heart Surgery for VSD closure in March 2009
Ms. Halley expresses her sincere gratitude to the Committee and their supports.
Mr. Devon King
DEVON Anthony King, who was admitted to the Bar on Friday by Acting Chief Justice Ian Chang, said that while his formal education has come to a temporary halt he knows that learning the law never end.
“Much hard work lies ahead”, he said, and added “but I am up to the challenge in order to justly serve the court, clients and my country and to develop my career and skill as a legal practitioner.
Petition for admission to the Bar by the 23-year old Attorney-at-Law, was presented by lawyer, Mr. Glenn Hanoman who described Mr. King as a young lawyer with a bright future who would be a great asset and addition to the profession.
The Acting Chief Justice admitted the young lawyer to practice and wished him success at the Bar.
Mr. King is the son of Lindon King and Monica King of 48 Prince William Street, Plaisance, East Coast Demerara.
He attended the Sacred Heart Primary, the St. Stanislaus College, 1996-2003, University of Guyana, 2003-2006, and Hugh Wooding Law School (Trinidad) 2006– 2008.
In his achievements, he was the best graduating student–CXC – 2001 for St. Stanislaus College; Best Cape Unit one student – St. Stanislaus College, 2002; Regional Best Performer CAPE Unit Two–2003; Prime Minister’s Award – for Best National Performer at Cape Unit Two – 2003; Bachelor of Laws – UG – 2006; Listed on the Principals Honors Roll, Hugh Wooding Law School – 2008.
Mr. Hanoman told the Chief Justice that Mr. King who served his internship with the law firm of Hanoman & Associates was very instrumental in the success of many cases conducted by Mr. Hanoman during his In-Service Training in the summer of 2007.
He was very analytical, and able to apply his academics well to deal with the practical part of the profession and solve live issues.
In response, Attorney-at-Law Devon Anthony King, said that it had always been a paramount aspiration of his to practice law in the courts of his homeland. He added, “After years of hard work, sacrifice, prayers, countless examinations, assignments and assessments and endless love and support from my family, relatives and friends, I am indeed honored and overjoyed to be a part of what many, including myself, would call the most noble and honorable of professions.”
May 26th, 2009
I must say Thanks for publishing my plead to save my daughter's life.I am proud to say that the surgery was successful and we are back home now from India.thanks to all who helped and gave prayers.she is doing well.thank you and God Bless you.
Leslyn Halley
EDUCATION: THE DRIVING FORCE FOR THE CHILDREN OF PLAISANCE.
To Those who may not see an Image they have posted kindly re-post it..we had a little system error and we lost some of the photos....Sorry!
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