This article is a bit harsh, but more accurate than not. I've been following MJ my whole life being that I grew up with him in the Jackson 5, and I remember when he used to be a really gorgeous guy who created highly talented music and dance. I loved him and his music. Then he became a "zombie" looking human, which IMHO reflects how his inner soul feels about his being. The past 2 decades have found him in near non-stop suffering. Will he ever find peace?

As someone born in 1986, i say: who cares, really? let the zombie perform. He needs the money.

For me Michael J. have to now and feel that he is a human ,and he need to feel that we love him and we can do all he need, not directliy like a good but like someowne we can see.

I was a parent at the time MJ was at the height of his career. No matter what the personal problems in this man's life his music will always be enjoyed. When I feel tired and down, I just play his music and it lifts my spirits. Gob Bless you MJ.

I am a great fan of Michael Jackson and cried on knowing that he was on his death-bed. We are all humans and bound to commit mistakes depending on the circumstances prevailing at that moment. We should forgive people who had problems all their lives. I only hope Micky revert back to Christianity by the Mercy of Lord Jesus Christ. People worst than Michael Jackson have become Saints. I hope and pray fervently that Michael may come back into the fold. In doing so he will get completely cured and have peace of mind. What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but suffers the loss of his soul!!!!!!!!Viva la Michael Jackson. Spread the message of Christ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well its a good move for him, but i think its coming a little late. His body might fail him in the course of his performance. I'm a fan though.

I feel as if i am dreaming, seeing MJ looking like a zombie & i asked myself is dis man a human? yes! He his. but somtimes people make mistakes in dare lives by sining againest GOD. i pray MJ will give his life to christ & his sins will be 4given. To MJ i want u to repent b4 going to the performance

I was happy that, he has the courage of performing though, he may be sick but, we should pray 4 him & he needs people love, care, affection etc. MJ hv touch people's live through his music especially, one of is best album "We Are The Word". The music touched a lot of heart & it shows that he cares, love & he understand people that are suffering in this world. Am also one of his fans & we should come together as one 2 help Micheal Jackson right now before it's too late, we shouldn't critize him because we're not perfect, we are abbrivelent.

I agree with wat pat said,we all are human and bound 2 make mistakes,lets not hate him becos he did.MJ is a real legend,his music inspires me alot,i have been a real fan of his.Am glad to read about his come back to show biz, i no he can stil do it though he is not 2 strong now. I cant wait 2 see him on stage.

I saw Michael Jackson perform at Mile High Stadium right after he perfected his "moon walk." He definitely was the "King of Pop," and his music still inspires. His Superbowl XXVII performance is legendary, the best ever!

Leaving Michael Jackson's personal problems aside, it's always sad to see old performers doing their old routines. Still, though, I wish him the best!!

I agreed to the fact that he's old and his body might fail him. His attempt to do the usual spinning and body side moves after the ' this is it speech ' was'nt the same.... as the goood old Waco .

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I love michael jackson since my childhood.He me's alot to me because i believe after our Jesus christ.he is the most popular person that ever come to earth.God will bless him in Jesus name

I love michael jackson since my childhood.He me's alot to me because i believe after our Jesus christ.he is the most popular person that ever come to earth.

Too harsh of a write-up. It appears as if writer has some sort of personal issue with the singer.

Hi, I'm 22 years old and i adore Michael Jackson since i'm 15, he's just a genious, about the age fact, lets just say this: he has PRIVILEGED GENETICS, that's the key, he is the most electrical dancer in the world, his speed at dancing is something abnormal, most dancers cant dance when they are 40, not MJ case (note 30th anniversary concert), its like he is not human, I absolutely dont see him as an old man at all, he danced all of his life, he was BORN FOR IT, so, no, he will do just FINE. Just remember what i said, he is not the average 50 year old man. He is Michael Jackson one of the (if not the most) most wonderful entertainer of all time.

No matter wot i luv Micheal.he's greate @ wot he does.he luvs n cares 4 others,including those suffering in Africa.b strong MJ,do it rite,kip affecting ur generation positively.ur name n songs live on.B close 2 GOD brother,He luvs u.

M.J is the only non-gospel artist i will spend a dime to go see, anytime, anyday. Even in his state, he has been able to help and donate to charities the world over more than any artist, dead or alive. What makes the world a better place? When you care about the life of those whom circumstances have predefined their state. He may be 100years old, I will still pay to watch him, because He is and still remain M.J. He carries the message of Love and Hope, which we need in this particular time in the world history. Where hope have been deferred, Love and care has ceased, because there is great recession. I Love You Michael and will always do. Truly you are the King of Pop.

Geez!!! leave Mike alone.. A wise old man once told me.. "Don't look down on anyone unless you are willing to pick them up". Mike was a talent, always will be a talent, he's made mistakes which i'm sure we all have. So lets give him a run.

There is no gainsaying that Michael Jackson had impacted his generation and the world at large with his talent, and because no single human being is infallible, I think we should pray for him more, love him some more, accommodate him some more and show compassion on him so he doesn't do something stupid! I believe he should accept Christ into his life unconditionally, he will find the elusive peace, love, joy and contentment he endlessly seeks after!

I AM A FAN of Michael Jackson and quite frankly people need to keep their negative comments to themselves; people may hate and say harsh things about him...it doesn't matter, he will always be the great King Of Pop! If the man believes he can perform and deliver a great performance- then let it be! Bring it on MJ! He has a mssive fan base in the UK and the 10 dates will all be sell-outs seeing that he aint performing around the world BUT London! I've waited years to see him and finally, he is coming to my home town!! Guess patience pays and good things come to those who wait i.e. moi! Spread love, peace and happiness people!

Come on, give the guy a break! Michael Jackson is definitely a legend, and has gone through some very tough times in his life. Why can't the stupid ignorant media just back off and let him be?

MICHAEL JACKSON is and will always be The King of Pop, The Greatest of ALL TIME, he will rock!!! i think he will want to make more concerts, cause he loves to perform, and he didnt do it cause he's been doing it since he was FIVE YEARS OLD!!!!(quite great and sad at the same time), he needed a break, but i really think he will do more than ten concerts, i hope!

I love you,michael.Let no bozo push around.

Its just a thriller....Thriller at night.Wow! Can you feel it.

Really? Kim? Really, is that the best catch heading that you could come up with... well i guess if you want to try for a negative spin thats a bit of a streach. More than a bit of a streach.

He sucks.

MJ is good on what he knows best, but with his age he is expected to move closer to his Creator. I pray for God's guidance on him

I admire him still......Go Micheal!

King of poop.

Miichiee..., u rock man and will alwayz!

u truly and truly r the King of Pop. and there is no one like u.

and media sucks and truly sucks when they torment rocks stars like u.

Driven from hiding by debt, it's so pathetic. But we should enjoy this hopefully final glimpse of Michael. Dig out the blink-blink and practice your moon walk!

I have been a fan of michael since i was a kid in the late 70s and early 80s. i think he is the best ever to have graced the music stage. To me he is Elvis, the Beatles and Bob Marley combined. I am working on attending one of these concert dates. I think he will ever be a hit with me, fellow fans, critics, haters and the press even on his deathbed.

Poor guy Jackson hes a damn monster even pop is dead so better man try some hip hop but you white now so can be ard to roll back your skin... lol........

I saw Britney too i think both needs your money country to keep on top

Hello, Please his name is Micheel Mohammed Jackson. He has officially converted to Islam and lives in Dubai and has build his own Mosque near his house. This shows how he changed from the American greed to being a honest Muslim. Thank You, and please dont listen to media because they want to hurt him more than ever.
I will be the first one to go to the concert, and seems the auther of the article has a personal vendetta against him.

Whichever way you see it, Micheal Jackson is the biggest star the world has seen in music.

If you bring his dead body to the stage, a lot of people would pay any much to get a glimpse.

It feels so good to hear he's trying to come back. I love him.

That... WAS NOT Michael Jackson. Whats the matter with people?

I think the time CNN spent on MJ yesterday is disgraceful. The Darfur story got about 90 sec. What is this saying about CNN ? We don't care about MJ, so what, he is maybe making a comeback??? The nation and the world are in trouble, we do need stories to give us a lift, but not this garbage.

I've tried to like Tony, I can't watch CNN in the am when he is on. He is reading from a script, obvious because he smiles during tragic stories and during upbet stories he is grim. He is trying way too hard to make it look natural.

The law is to protect the good and punish the bad people. Some of us believed that he is guilty but the law said he is innocent. He is weird to some of us but we don't have to pay to watch him. For those who want still admire him, leave God out of it. Only him can help and present himself. If he still can do what he loves, why are we complainting?

I also grew up with Michael and his Jackson Five. Have alwyas liked his music, that is, while he was "black". When he started becoming white-like, to me he really started losing his distinct mojo, then he practically became a zombie-like freak thing where upon watching him it was dificult to really see the Michael I knew. I hope he does well, pays his debts, grows up, and finds peace.

I wish him all the best on his final performance plan and pray that God will see him through. And for the critics, you ought to show some love since we are all human and subject to wrongdoing.
All the best MJ

hi am just 16 i am an american basing in nigeria, what i wanted to say is no matter what,m.j is steel the king of pop and no one else.i stated watching mik.j music when i was 7 and i have been enjoing m.j for iand i continue for the rest of my life.and the advise i wanna give m.j is.
pls m.j submit your self to god,who creat man from a sencitive bonds of blood.or m.j he,s the only god,illah,who will help you of your conditions. good lock thank you

The guy is a creepy washup (Mr. Plastic Face) hoping to earn some money to get through life. If people are dumb enough to pay to see him good for him. As far as a comeback, well that's a bit scary if it happens.

Guys it's simple. This man is the King of Pop, the God of modern music, and he is performing for the last time probably in Europe. Do you understand the gravity of this?

He is certainly fit enough for 10 shows, if they are properly spaced out. I'm sure they will be the shows of the decade and hope to see the magic for myself as I plan to wake up extra early on Friday to buy tickets.

God bless The King of POP.

So, the 2 poses in the photo are "similar" because of...? They are just standing up, raising a hand. Every one does that every single day.

Micheal needs to swallow his unnecessary pride and come out of self pit. It is those in the pit that require self pity. I think it's high time he turned to God in order to occupy his rightful place in the tablets of men's hearts. Thanks.

I love Michael Jackson he IS a GOD

Mike Jackson needs to be loved by someone. He needs the money! And needs the attention! I would go to see him if I was given free tix's. He has brought iit upon himself his public opinion.

Michael Jackson is probably the best performer of our time.

Who among us is perfect? How many could stand up to the immense pressure and scrutiny. His every public appearance becomes a public debate. Can’t we just let the man live and make a living and provide for his family? It seems nowadays if you don’t have something cruel to say you just don’t get heard. The media just don’t get it. The world loves Michael Jackson, his colleagues in the music industry love Michael Jackson. You only have to turn on the music video channels and see for yourself, they are all imitating his signature moves. As we say in Jamaica, Michael ”do your thing”.

Of course that is not Michael Jackson. Is one of his helpers.

Wacko Jacko u stil rock man no one wil tac wats urs man u are multi talented nthng can stop the moonwalk u the boss

i'm a big fan a big fan, and i beleive michael is always STRONG and will always be, so all he needs is encouragement. I know if can't let me down. Nigeria

I find it amazing that CNN allows blogging of such mindless articles, but the stuff that really matter ... social issues, politics, economy ... very little or no blogging is allowed ...

SAD, VERY SAD! Shame on you CNN!

Simon Hopper, dont you think comparing Michael Jackson to Kim Jong (an evil dictator who starves his own people) a little excessive? So are you going to compare all famous poeple who are reclusive to Kim Jong?

Maybe someone should campare you to Hitler. You and Hitler both like to start stupid propaganda. CNN needs to send you to reeducation camp.

MJ really need to come back to his roots (music). The music industry has not has not been the same since MJ left. I was a teenager of the 80's, when music ment something and MJ sat the world on fire. Today's music does not come close to the King of Pop (MJ). I will pay money to go see him in concert, needless to say, I will take my teen-age daughter as well to show her the difference between todays music and (MJ), a man before his time....

I love micheal. His music lights up my day. He has been through some rough times but that doesn't change anything. To me, he will always be the King of pop. We love you micheal and we pray that you overcome all your problems. Let the media rot in hell

This is it !!!
This is it !!!

I substitute the last sentence with, The media should be moderate in their comments about our dear Micheal.

Micheal J. is good at what he does best MUSIC AND DANCING. please, lets give him a chance. His problems and tribulations are caused by much expectations from us. We forgot that he is human and needs love and care.
MJ, we wait for your treat as i know it will be another standard they all will find hard to meet up. God Bless You.

Live is for the living. If he can still kick the stalls, let him out to run. The Stones do it with the blues and R&B, their roots. Let's just wait and see if Michael still has his chops. I'd bet a dollar to a dime he still does.

I feel great that MJ is coming back to the stage. This is definate going to introduction to a new era in 'iconic music'. No matter what people think, say or do, MJ remains a legendry icon!

I love micheal he is a legend and is style will forever be remember.

I feel great that MJ is coming back to the stage. This is definately going to be an introduction to a new era in 'iconic music'. No matter what people think, say or do, MJ remains a legendry icon!

Dennis, i think u should see a doc... What hav u got to offer? Guy u sucks.!.

Think about this...............

Assume that you are attending a lecture .........then..... Should it be more important to you to consider about the personality of the lecturer or the quality of his lecture?

Well, it is good for one to have both... but of course, most of us will agree that the substance is more important than the personality of the lecturer.

so,..................!

He should be in prison....Thats where he belongs..

Show them the way Mike! You are the best and your cmoe back is a come for all of us that adore your artistry..whoever is the doubting Thomases like CNN' Simon Hooper who's questioning reasons for your come back may he swallow the blade....Long Live King of Pop!

I hope jorian are not used michael Jackson to disguise his great leader, kim II. I know there are times for kim III legal inheritance from his father leadership.old Dr Tim are very ill who can not work on double day per week basis for physical job.

it look likes Kim II are look likes michael Jackson.

MJ to seek forgiveness of his father and his creator.He complained of child abuse by his father and changed the figure given to him by God.It is never too late.

How could he perform when he seemed to barely be able to speak at the announcement? Was it me or did he seem to have a hard time. And why did he keep speaking to the announcer – was he confused as to what to do or say?

And why did he say these will be the last concerts ever? He's only 50 years old. He must know his health is in poor condition and his time is limited. I feel sorry for the man, he looks very odd with the bleached skin and facial surgery. I'll be saving my money since I'd rather go see U2 or Depeche Mode (maybe even Britney Spears)!

One thing about Michael is that he has produced songs that became legendary. He inspired musicians worldwide and he deserves respect and praise for that. Without his impact on the world of music, pop music would indeed have been shaped differently. I remember how he even changed videos (thriller). To this day people mimic them and they become quite popular.

I love michael jackson when i was a kid
I had a crush on him
But now 13 i don't have a crush on him but i still luv him

I,m not a fan of MJ's or any other group for the fact. I don't care what his personal problems are or what anyone says he has done or has not done. I don't understand why , having so much going for him, that he continued with medical procedure after medical procedure, but then again, that is really none of my business. What I do care about is how well he performance is and did he provide for me what I expected. The answer is yes he was a fabulous performer and gave the audience what they expected unlike Travis Tritt. I don't see what his personal problems has to do with his performance. Leave him be and let him do what he does best. Perform.

i cannot believe i read this trash. have u nothing better 2 do? does it not suck being a hater?

if u find yourself wondering why your life sucks, refer to this miserable article and the other ways in which u find yourself hating others and think about all the negative energy u are drawing 2 yourself as a result.

u saw the press conference, u saw the faces of those in attendance, u heard the screams. michael jackson is LOVED and there is nothing u can do about it. u must feel really small.

Here's to you Dennis. Havent you hear enough abou the economy, stimulus packages, loss of jobs, and the suffering of millions of people around the world. GET OVER IT. Let something in this world put a smile on people's faces. Dont you think it's about time. so shut up. Mike........ GO KICK SOME BUTT. We all need to enjoy life. Howie, what a name. go find something better to do. I truley think if he play in the USA, the success would be over whelming. I would be there. GO OUT IN A BALL OF FIRE. YOU MADE MUSIC, WHAT IT IS TODAY. MY THANKS.

Well, this is one of the things that help CNN to stay in business...

Are you serious? What kind of journalist compares a pop singer to a terrorist??????!!!!

Look, I don't agree with all he does with his life and he may look weird to all...but who are we to judge him, I'll let God do that. Other than his strange looks...he is still a musical wonder. People who are saying he is old and can't perform the way he use too forget that someone like Madonna, who is 50 and still going strong, in great shape and has a great tour going on now....lets not forget the Stones, Eagles, The Who...Sting, Bruce Springsteen, etc....many stars from the 8o's are still out there making there fans happy and making money...so why not MJ....if you don't like him or the way he is...then don't go to see his show..I think he will surprise everyone who pays to see him...an MJ fan from the 80's and 90's... Good luck to you Michael!!!

He is very weird. Messed up his face and skin. He can dance and sing though.

M.J is a break dancing ace but doing that at 50,is he on crack? Well scandals is whats keeping him in the news.I dont understand why he prefers the 'zombie' face?