Jackson Family -- Demerol Shot Caused Death

Michael Jackson demerol shotA close member of Michael Jackson's family has told us Jackson received a daily injection of a synthetic narcotic similar to morphine -- Demerol -- and yesterday he received a shot at 11:30 AM.

Family members are saying the dosage was "too much" and that's what caused his death.

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46. Why doesn't tmz have page after page about Farrah fawcett like with jackson? At least she had class dignity and courage unlike jackson with his dirty dancing (grabbing his crotch) and disgustinly warped face. That man (if you can call him that) was one sick puppy.I guess he is a lot more important then farrah, never mind she went thru cancer couragesly and filmed it for people to see what its like, but i guess some warped face singer is a lot more important. people have no common sense. jackson sucks, has always sucked and good riddance.

Posted at 11:06AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Laure H

47. I am deeply sadden. When MJ's death was announced I was at my desk and literally jumped up and screamed at my co-worker saying it wasn't so. Like so many, I turned on the radio, logged on to the internet and sadly watch the story unfold. I grew up with the J-5; Michael. All the media wants to do is highlight the low points in what we all must recognize in ourselves first before casting stones at others, is that we are all flawed. Not one of us is perfect. The wages of our imperfection is death. We don't want it to happen, but it is inevitable. When it happens like this...so sudden and out of the blue. It's devastating. Let the world remember the artist. Michael was a genius, an ICON. He was a composer, dancer, choreographer, consumate entertainer , humanitarian and philanthropist. For me and for many, he was an Inspiration. In his last interview with Bryan Monroe, he spoke of immortality. It was his wish that he would continue to inspire future generations through his music. As sad as the next few days will be, the world will acknowledge him and his wish will become a reality. What hurts most is that we as a people fail to recognize, say we love you to friends and family that are here....today.... in the moment.... sharing God's breath with us. For MJ, there were far too many who failed him in that regard. As I write this, tears fill my eyes, there's a lump in my throat and my heart is shattered. If I could whisper in MJ's ear, I would say, those of us who were true fans, still love you; have always loved you and will love you forever until the end of our days. R.I.P. May God's grace and love be with your children and family. We love you Michael!!!!

Posted at 11:07AM on Jun 26th 2009 by valrmo

48. I am stunned and heartbroken at MJ's death. I have loved and followed him for over 30 years and I have followed him faithfully, unwavering with the trends of the sooth-sayers and get rich quick evil people! The only reason why he was driven to seclusion was because of the mean people that wouldn't leave him alone. My daughters have grown up listening to his music and we have always been huge fans. I will miss him greatly and will miss the fact that he will no longer bless us with his greatness. if it is an O.D. by the means of his personal doctor, then he should be held accountable. I will always love Michael and treasure the fact I lived to see his awesomeness.

Posted at 11:10AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Carol

49. Michael Jackson's death is a rely sad moment that people are going through, because he was loved,and he will still be loved.Even though hes gone,he still lives in our harts and he will never be forgotten. Uhmmm......he might of not been perfect,but yet none of us are,his music will continue to live on 4 ever, and i hope hes a peace,and lots of sympathy goes out to his family from me.Rip MJ 1958-2009 [salam-uh-lake-um]


posted June09 11:05 by *Suzie Bubblegum*

Posted at 1:31PM on Jul 1st 2009 by *suzie bubblegum*

50. RIP MJ. Michael Jackson was cleared of the pedophile charges. But let that be a lesson for the rich and famous people to not ever let the common people into their lives. MJ's goal was probably to share joy with children with his Neverland. BUT I have learned that bad people who think you have money because you are famous or have a business will stage events so they can sue you and take your money. Michael Jackson was probably a magnet for conniving people such as these. Michael should have just stayed the heck away from the common people and stayed with people he trusted. It is very lonely at the top and eventually when someone is at the VERY top, you can't trust no one. That's the price of being famous. MJ will meet God on Judgment Day and will determine whether he is guilty or not.

Posted at 11:48AM on Jun 26th 2009 by tij

51. Cub Scouts the world over will sleep sounder/safer tonight......see ya loser.

Posted at 11:18AM on Jun 26th 2009 by WHOCARES

52. # 28. It is shameful to speak ill of the dead. I am sure your life has been one of perfection and purity?
If MJ's death is of NO LOSS to you, why are you on the internet looking at the posts and making negative
and ill willed comments to one who has passed.
No loss to you? H-m-m-m. Obviously not. You had to get that hatred out didn't you?
Shame on you. Maybe someday you will learn something called compassion.
Until that time-remember karma is a b*tch.

Posted at 11:13AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Gia

53. What SICKENS me to the core is how you get these low lifes jumping on the bandwaggon calling Michael the most insulting names - have you tried looking in a mirror and asking yourself are you so perfect? Why don't you cast the first stone comes to mind when you get these people with such venomous accusations which were not proven to be true, but what was proven to be true was the 'Mother' was doing her best to screw Michael for millions because she saw it as an easy route to get money from him. Anyone who knows Michael will tell you how gererous he was, he would give you the world if it made you happy, that's the person he was. And as for accusing him of being a drug user OMG! Do you understand the world of medicine? If you had half a brain then you would understand Michael was taking Morphine as 'Prescribed' note the word 'Prescribed' by his doctor for the pain he was suffering made worse by idots who because they don't have a life and were jealous of Michael decided to make the stress he felt so much worse, I hope God can forgive you all for this!

Posted at 11:12AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Maria

54. Demerol IS REALLY powerful!!! I wonder if his doctor will be arrested now? I hope so...

Posted at 11:13AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Becki

55. You know, as sad as this is... why don't you wait for the autopsy results before publishing irresponsible, unconfirmed information? Why must the media rush to speak so fast before finding out the FACTS? It is distasteful for this site (or his family - if that IS the case, which I doubt) to publish information before it is confirmed just to get page hits... Let the world grieve... he died... we all lost a pop legend... this is sad. That is what should be the focus right now... not pure speculation and gossip. Jeez... don't people have respect for anything anymore? This is no better than the sickos who contribute to Wikipedia 2 minutes after anyone passes to make sure they have the first entry documenting that someone died... happens every time. What a sick, twisted society we live in... always have to find something "juicy" because people are so lacking in their own boring lives.

Posted at 11:14AM on Jun 26th 2009 by tlcfiend

56. Michael Jackson was constantly having plastic surgery on his face in order to try and look like a woman. He was probably in considerable pain because he didn't wait to heal from the previous surgery before he started another one. Those greedy doctors should have told him no.

Michael Jackson was a gay man who wanted to be a woman instead of a man. He was a black man who wanted to be white. I guess he must have lived in a gilded kind of hell.

Posted at 11:17AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Jody

57. This is the same thing that happened to Elvis. He also had a doctor that would prescribe him whatever he wanted and those drugs killed him. This is tragic and was preventable. RIP Michael, your contribution to music and entertainment is unmatched.

Posted at 11:17AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Damamma

58. I am now 59 years old. The one time I saw Mr Genius,, was when I took my children to the "Off the Wall concert". I was taking the kids to see him and really had no interest for myself, even though I knew the magnitude of his stardom. . I often wondered why people cryed when they saw performancers and reall thought it was a groupie thing. Michael Jackson put on such a grand performance, upon seeing him I cryed and screamed louder than anyone, I was hoarse and could not speak the next day. My heart is heavy that he died all alone like he lived. So sad. I want to think he is with GOD. Prayers to the family and I hope they allow his public and fans to view the body, since they are Jehovah Witness.

Posted at 11:18AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Terry-Sunshine

59. RIP MJ
I believe AMERICA killed that poor man the life he lived the last years of his life suffering and struggling the rumors and lies
YOU PPL KILLED THAT MAN !! he' was a good person and your media destroied him !
RIP MICHAEL NOW YOUR OUT OF AMERICA IN THE HAND OF UR LORD MAY HE BE MERCY ON YOU

Posted at 11:21AM on Jun 26th 2009 by afrah

60. Laure H : Your posts are shameful, and if you do not care-why are you spewing so much hatred?
See my post # 38 and since you do not care-about MJ's death-why are you so determined to keep posting
your blatant negativity. Is it because you have lived your life in purity and perfection and have NEVER
done anything wrong? Quit throwing stones at one that had passed. Did you have MJ's talent ? Did you ever help humanity and give literally millions to charity? MJ's personal life was his own, and his business, and he was never convicted of anything.
You need to rethink your hateful, ignorant rhetoric.

Posted at 11:23AM on Jun 26th 2009 by Gia

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