Michael Jackson's 2002 will has a mistake in it, TMZ has learned -- but it looks like a case of no harm, no foul.
As we first reported, according to the will -- dated July 7, 2002 -- it was signed in Los Angeles. But Randy Jackson told TMZ Michael was in New York City on that date.
Randy thinks the signature on Michael's will is a forgery. But Howard Weitzman, the lawyer for the estate, tells TMZ the signature is valid and the witnesses saw Jackson put pen to paper.
We've now confirmed Jackson definitely signed the will in New York City on 7-7-02. So the reference to Los Angeles is clearly a mistake.
Our sources say the person who wrote "Los Angeles" is one of the witnesses to the will and simply forgot where he was.
This mistake will not invalidate the will. Ironically, if the will were declared invalid, the prior 1997 will would be probated. Just like the 2002 will, the 1997 will creates a trust. We've learned the '97 trust -- just like the 2002 trust -- leaves the same percentage to the same people: Katherine Jackson gets 40% for her lifetime, MJ's kids get 40% and the remaining 20% goes to charity.
By the way ... guess who one of the executors is in the '97 will? John Branca.
Jon Gosselin might be as sick of seeing himself on TV as everyone else -- because last night in NYC he said he was done with reality shows for good.
Jon was rumored to be working on a show with Michael Lohan called "Divorced Dads" ... so if that means LiLo's dad won't be popping up soon on TV either, consider this the best news ever.
Sources tell TMZ prescription pill bottles were found near DJ AM's body this afternoon.
We're told his body was found at around 5 PM at his apartment in New York City -- he was shirtless and wearing sweatpants. He was face down.
UPDATE 10:33 PM ET: Crime scene investigators just entered the apartment with evidence bags.
UPDATE 9:15 PM ET: Law enforcement sources say the call came in at 5:24 PM -- the FDNY responded at 5:27 PM. We're told DJ AM was pronounced dead on the scene at 6:00 PM.
UPDATE 8:35 PM ET: A law enforcement source on scene tells TMZ a glass "crack pipe" was found in his bedroom. The pill bottles were found in the kitchen. UPDATE 8:10 PM ET: Sources say a pipe commonly used to smoke drugs was also found inside the bedroom.
UPDATE 7:51 PM ET: We're told his body has not been removed from the apartment.
"Slumdog Millionaire" stars Dev Patel and Freida Pinto are still together -- but you'd never guess it based on the way he avoided being photographed with her at all costs yesterday in NYC.
The world's loudest salesman Billy Mays is always on the clock -- and yesterday outside The London Hotel in NYC, he was trying to pitch everyone outside on the "Best French restaurant here in town!"
Kiefer Sutherland managed to sneak out virtually unnoticed and take his GF to dinner at Sant Ambroeus in NYC last night -- the same day he was officially charged with misdemeanor assault for his headbutting altercation.
He had a bodyguard in tow -- but who's the protection really for? Him ... or future potential headbutt victims?
Quarterback Matthew Staffordcould ink a six-year deal in the $80 million range with the Lions by this weekend's draft, but who the hell cares -- we can't get over how darn cute he is with that "Aww, shucks" smile!
Comedian Jackie Mason used what some say is a racial epithet in describing President Barack Obama during his act Thursday night, infuriating at least several people in the crowd.
During a performance at Feinstein's at Loews Regency in NYC, Mason referred to Obama as a "schwartza" -- some say it's equivalent to the "N" word -- others say it's just part of the Yiddish culture and a literal translation of the word "Black."
We're told one person walked out fuming, "He's more offensive to the Jews than Madoff tonight."
We spoke with Mason by phone a few minutes ago, and he was outraged at the criticism, saying, "I'm not going to defend myself. Chris Rock has told a lot more jokes about whites than I have against Blacks. What about the demeaning words Blacks say about Jews?"
Mason added, "If it's a racist society, the white people are the ones being persecuted because they have to defend themselves." Mason called people like Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson "professional racists."
Mason added, "I'm an old Jew. I was raised in a Jewish family where 'schwartza' was used. It's not a demeaning word and I'm not going to defend myself."
And there was this parting shot: "I'm more talented than Oprah Winfrey and look at how much she makes. I can't even make a living." UPDATE: Rev. Al Sharpton just sent us this statement:
"At this stage in Jackie's life and career he should get our prayers more than our responses. It is sad that maybe he forgot he used the same term against Mayor David Dinkins when he was elected the first African-American Mayor of New York City and got in trouble for it. As for him attacking me, maybe he forgot that he has had me on his TV show and has taken me to dinner and commended me for forgiving a white male who tried to kill me by stabbing me while I was leading a non-violent march. I'm sure Jackie just forgot."
Katie Holmes' husband was in NYC yesterday, signing autographs for fans after a Q&A at Pelham Picture House. With cameras flashing and a growing crowd, the guy from that Hitler movie couldn't quite figure out how to spell one fan's name.
He repeatedly asked how to write it, and even when given the spelling, seemed to immediately forget. In all fairness to the couch-jumpin' Scientolodad, at least he wanted to make sure he was right.
Tom Cruise has claimed that Scientology's "Study Technology" has helped him overcome dyslexia.
Swanky motorcycle crash survivors George Clooney and Sarah Larson were spotted at a swanky eatery in NYC last night -- kissing it up! The ankle busted Larson and the confirmed bachelor made goo-goo eyes and exchanged pecks while ignoring the gaze of the camera lenses.
Even though Georgie boy has never displayed clear signs of settling, besides that of his early short-lived but rarely remembered marriage, and his lengthy relationship with a pig, he sure seems to be firmly planted in this latest relationship.
And in this week's installment of "What the ...?", Mischa Barton, pal to mama-to-be Nicole Richie and compulsively oddball fashion victim, has relocated to bucolic Hoboken, New Jersey? Not exactly the O.C. -- but trendy nonetheless!
Mischa's swanky Tribeca bachelorette pad, reports New York magazine, is currently rented out, so she decided to move across the Hudson River to Frank Sinatra's hometown. Ol' Blue Eyes would be so proud!
The actress tried to explain her Jersey jaunt to the mag, saying, "Every time I've come [to New York] recently I've stayed in a hotel which just feels lame." What, were there are no available apartments in New York City? Barton is currently in NY filming her upcoming flick, "Assassination of a High School President."
How's this for glamorous -- if any of Mischa's Hollywood chums visit, the easiest way to get to Hoboken is via public transportation. Oh, the horror! Thankfully, the ride's only ten minutes from lower Manhattan. Fuhgeddaboutit!
Will Tom Brady never learn? The New England Patriot hottie QB was again seen sporting a New York Yankees baseball hat while running in Manhattan -- obviously, he wasn't in Beantown! Penalty! Brady has a full plate at the moment -- with the impending birth of his child with ex Bridget Moynahan, and romancing his current love, $30-million $upermodel Gisele Bundchen.
Rumor has it that Brady's in Los Angeles today for the birth of his little bundchen of joy.
"Hairspray" dad Christopher Walken, 64, went walkin' in Central Park yesterday, wearing this geriatric burglar ensemble. He needs a little more cowbell, and to pull his pants down a smidge! The Oscar winner dressed for the July heat in New York with this goofy ski cap on his a noggin. Quite continental!
Michael Jackson's 2002 will has a mistake in it, TMZ has learned -- but it looks like a case of no harm, no foul.
Sources tell TMZ prescription pill bottles were found near DJ AM's body this afternoon.
Comedian Jackie Mason used what some say is a racial epithet in describing President Barack Obama during his act Thursday night, infuriating at least several people in the crowd.
And in this week's installment of "What the ...?", Mischa Barton, pal to mama-to-be Nicole Richie and compulsively oddball fashion victim, has relocated to bucolic Hoboken, New Jersey? Not exactly the O.C. -- but trendy nonetheless!
