Diana Ross -- 'My Heart is Hurting'

Diana Ross, the woman instrumental in launching the Jackson 5 into superstardom, has just released a statement about Michael Jackson's passing.

Diana Ross and Michael Jackson

"I can't stop crying, this is too sudden and shocking. I am unable to imagine this. My heart is hurting. I am in prayer for his kids and the family."

The Jackson 5's first album was titled "Diana Ross Presents the Jackson 5."

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1. RIP MJ. Dont worry about the haters. All these haters are heartless lil turds. You will be haunted. Respect the dead.

Posted at 12:58PM on Jun 26th 2009 by projectpro

2. RESPECT!!!

R.I.P. Mike!

Posted at 1:00PM on Jun 26th 2009 by Jill

3. I'm happy he's finally getting the recognition again for his talent and all he contributed to the music industry. I'm surprised there hasn't been a public statement from Elizabeth Taylor...she's always been a loyal, public admirer of Michael. Peace be with you Michael.

Posted at 1:10PM on Jun 26th 2009 by Deb

4. Dianna Ross....She may have discovered the Jackson 5...but....that woman is another train wreck... she gives nothing back to her fans....The Jacksons should have taught her some manners.....my mother was terminally ill and we were at her concert and she would not give my Mom an autograph. All she did was bring the guys up on stage from the audience to drool over her. My Mom passed 2 weeks later. Thats okay Ross has spiraled out of control since that Warwick RI Concert in 98! No longer a fan...the $200 I spent for the concert probably went to her recovery!

Posted at 1:32PM on Jun 26th 2009 by someone in RI

5. I am so very thankful that Miss Ross has come forward and made a public statement. My prayers are with the Jackson Family and with Diana too. I was critical earlier that she had not come forward, but I suppose none of us can imagine her level of grief. RIP Michael and long live Diana Ross

Posted at 2:22PM on Jun 26th 2009 by david31570

6. Old Diane is a mean woman. She kilt Florence Ballard ya know.

Posted at 1:57PM on Jun 26th 2009 by Lorleen

7. WHEN ONE IS SUCCESFULL AND YOURE ON TOP EVERY ONE WANTS TO BRING YOU DOWN, MICHAEL JACKSON TO ME WAS THE GREATEST ENTERTAINER OF ALL TIME. HE WAS A GIANT. i TRULY BELIEVE THAT HE ACTUALLY LOST TOUCH WITH REALITY BUT THE NEGATIVITY ABOUT HIM WILL BE OVERSHOWED BY THE GREAT THINGS HE DID AS A HUMAN BEING. HE HAD AN ENTOURAGE THAT DIDNT HAVE HIS BEST INTEREST, INSTEAD THEY GAVE HIM BAD ADVICE AND TOOK HIS MONEY ...............................BUT MICHAEL I SIT HERE AND CRY , BUT THANK YOU IMMENSLY FOR KEEPINGME ENTERTAINED AS A CHILD AND AS AN ADULT! MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

Posted at 11:54AM on Jun 26th 2009 by blackmamba

Posted at 2:00PM on Jun 26th 2009 by edgar

8. he was a freak and a child molester and he could sing well. king of pop dont think so...

Posted at 2:05PM on Jun 26th 2009 by ted

9. This Is Just Sad Im Still In Shock And I Just Cant Believe It Ive Been listening To Michael Jackson SInce I Was A Lil Girl And Its Sad That This Just Happen So Sudden..This Shows Us That We Have 2 Enjoy Life Bcuz U Might Be Fine Now But In A Couple Of Hours Who Knows How U Might Be Feeling Michael We Luv U U Would Not Be Forgotten U Might Not Be Here But Ur SOul Still Is Ppl Would Remmember U And Ur Great Music 4 Ever...All My Prayers Go 2 The Jackson Family And Im Sorry 4 Ur Lost... R.I.P. Micheal Jackson

Posted at 2:28PM on Jun 26th 2009 by Be-Ba_94

10. Tomorrow is not promised
to anyone, young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance you get
to hold your loved one tight.

Posted at 2:29PM on Jun 26th 2009 by Olamilekan

11. may you R I P. you will b so sadly missed you rocked r world mj and for that we r all so thankful, today i know you have moved HEAVEN+EARTH SO UNIQUE IN YOUR MUSIC+ DANCE. know one can ever take your place, but you will remain in r hearts 4 ever and there you will stay you can never die in r hearts, my thoughts and love go out TO ALL YOUR FAMILY +FRIENDS AND MAY GOD BLESS YOUR CHILDREN. i hope they grow up to honour you just as so many of you fans-friends-family do,XXX R I P MJ WE LOVE YOU

Posted at 2:34PM on Jun 26th 2009 by marie

12. RIP Michael Jackson! May god bless Diana, Michael family and friends. Anytime someone loses a loved one, it's difficult. I hate to take this to a negative tone. But I swear some people are just so ignroant. Why would they use this time to say something negative about Diana Ross. It just bogles the mind how and why people could be so insensitive at a time of death. IT'S not about Diana Ross. It's about mourning the loss of a loved one. And if you don't care for him, why would you take the time to come on the internet, read stories about him and then post somethng ignornat about him. oh...because they are ignorant! I pray you people don't lose someone you care about. We'll see if you are thinking about their misfortunes of life or will you just want to take that time to mourn the loss of your loved one. May GOD BLESS you Diana AND Michael. Obviously you left an impression on people( fans and ignorant folks alike).

Posted at 4:53PM on Jun 30th 2009 by musicfan4ya

13. Michael Jackson's Prescription Drug Addiction And Weak Heart

Last Year Biographer Warned He Was Very Sick, But Reps Denied It

http://www.judiciaryreport.com/

Posted at 3:00PM on Jun 26th 2009 by ams12

14. i have the album dianna ross and michael jackson made together. love songs... not one programme has mentioned this album, but all the others...
what a showman, oh michael, my prayers are with your chilgren and family..
i pray to god the children will get the best care possible, and it would be a loving tribute if all the people who brought the tickets here in endland for the up and coming concerts for that money to be put into a trust for the children all three of them..
godd bless you all...

Posted at 3:34PM on Jun 26th 2009 by lululu

15. I thought it was Gladys Knight that introduced The Jackson Five to Berry Gordy? I seem to have read where Diana Ross was always given credit but it was actually Gladys Knight. Guess it doesnt matter or who knows, perhaps I'm wrong. Oh well...

Posted at 3:35PM on Jun 26th 2009 by tonio tone tone

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