Michael Jackson Autopsy Results

Lawyer for doctor: Jackson had pulse when found

Michael Jackson's death

Michael Jackson still had a faint pulse and his body was warm when his doctor found him in bed and not breathing, a lawyer for the doctor told The Associated Press on Sunday.

Edward Chernoff also said Dr. Conrad Murray never prescribed or gave Jackson the drugs Demerol or OxyContin. He denied reports suggesting Murray gave Jackson drugs that contributed to his death.

Chernoff told the AP that Murray was at the pop icon’s rented mansion on Thursday afternoon when he discovered Jackson in bed and not breathing. The doctor immediately began administering CPR, Chernoff said.

“He just happened to find him in his bed, and he wasn’t breathing,” the lawyer said. “Mr. Jackson was still warm and had a pulse.”

Jackson’s family requested a private autopsy in part because of questions about Murray, the Rev. Jesse Jackson said Saturday.

People close to Michael Jackson have said since his death that they were concerned about his use of painkillers. Los Angeles County medical examiners completed their autopsy Friday and said Jackson had taken unspecified prescription medication.

Chernoff said any drugs the doctor gave Jackson were prescribed in response to a specific complaint from the entertainer.

Listen and download Michael Jackson 911 call by clicking here.

“Dr. Murray has never prescribed nor administered Demerol to Michael Jackson,” Chernoff said. “Not ever. Not that day. … Not Oxycontin (either) for that matter.”

Misteri Kehidupan Michael Jackson

The Jackson Five

Sehari setelah kematian tiba-tiba Michael Jackson, merebak spekulasi mengenai apa yang membunuh Raja Pop berusia 50 tahun itu hanya beberapa minggu sebelum digelarnya konser “comeback”nya yang banyak dinanti orang.

Jackson, mantan bintang cilik yang menjadi salah satu artis pop terlaris sepanjang masa sebelum kemudian turun derajat dalam gaya hidup yang aneh dan menyendiri, meninggal Kamis sore di sebuah rumah sakit di Los Angeles kemana dia dilarikan untuk mendapat perawatan serangan jantung setelah ambruk di rumah sewaannya.

Hanya didapat sekelumit kecil infomasi rinci mengenai hal yang mengitari kematiannya, namun sang entertainer sejati ini dilaporkan semaput dan tidak lagi bisa bernafas begitu sampai di RS UCLA Medical Center di mana para dokter tidak mampu menyelamatkannya.

Exact details of Jackson death still unclear

The final act of Michael Jackson’s life came into clearer focus Friday, a picture of a fallen superstar working out with TV’s “Incredible Hulk” and under the care of his own private cardiologist as he tried to get his 50-year-old body in shape for a grueling bid to reclaim his glory.

While the exact circumstances of his death remained unclear, early clues suggested he may simply have pushed his heart too far.

Police said they had towed the doctor’s BMW from Jackson’s home because it may include medication or other evidence, and a source familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that a heart attack appeared to have caused the cardiac arrest that led to the pop icon’s sudden death.

As grief for the King of Pop poured out from the icons of music to heartbroken fans, and the world came to grips with losing one of the most luminous celebrities of all time, an autopsy showed no sign of trauma or foul play to Jackson, who died Thursday at UCLA Medical Center after paramedics not could not revive him.

Stars to honor Michael Jackson at BET Awards

Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston at BET Award 2001

The BET Awards are undergoing “a total overhaul” as the show is retooled as a tribute to Michael Jackson, the network said Friday. The telecast is being lengthened, performers are being added to the lineup and additional guests are expected to attend, said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive of Black Entertainment Television.

“We’re adding on,” Lee said from the Shrine Auditorium, where the awards will be presented Sunday. “We’re trying to do the numbers we had already planned and we’re trying to add on, so it may be a longer show than we anticipated.”

At least 30 minutes will be added to the broadcast, she said. Jamie Foxx is set to host the show.

Jackson died Thursday afternoon at UCLA Medical Center after being stricken at his Los Angeles home.

Listen to the Michael Jackson 911 call by clicking here.

Meanwhile, artists such as Beyonce and Ne-Yo, who worked on their performances for weeks, scrambled to change them last-minute to honor the King of Pop, said producer Stephen Hill.

A look at ‘American Idol’ winners

A look at the winners of Fox’s “American Idol” and what they’ve been up to since taking home the prize:

Kelly Clarkson: The 27-year-old singer has released four albums since winning the first “Idol.” Her name was immortalized in 2005 when Steve Carell screamed it out after getting his chest waxed in “The 40-Year-Old Virgin.” Clarkson currently has two singles, “My Life Would Suck Without You” and “I Do Not Hook Up,” on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Ruben Studdard: The 30-year-old crooner has also released four albums since winning the second season, including the 2004 gospel record “I Need an Angel.” He is currently starring as Fats Waller in a national tour of “Ain’t Misbehavin’.” Studdard’s most recent album, “Love IS,” dropped Tuesday and features a mix of romance-themed covers and original tunes.

Fantasia Barrino: The 24-year-old singer has released two albums, “Free Yourself” and “Fantasia.” Barrino played herself in a 2006 Lifetime TV film based on her autobiography, “Life Is Not a Fairy Tale.” She starred as Celie in the Broadway musical version of “The Color Purple” in 2007 and will reprise her role in a national tour later this year.

Carrie Underwood: The 26-year-old country crooner is arguably the singing competition’s most successful winner, becoming a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum selling recording artist with her two albums, “Some Hearts” and “Carnival Rides.” Underwood captured the entertainer of the year award at last month’s Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas.

Taylor Hicks: The 32-year-old Soul Patrol leader’s first, self-titled album went platinum but never generated the acclaim or hype of winners like Clarkson or Underwood. He later went on to play Teen Angel in the Broadway and national touring casts of “Grease.” Hicks released a second album in March under his own label after leaving Arista Records.

Jordin Sparks: The 19-year-old singer’s self-titled first album debuted at No. 10 on Billboard. After winning the sixth season, Sparks performed the national anthem at Super Bowl XLII and defended the Jonas Brothers at last year’s MTV Video Music Awards when host Russell Brand joked about their purity rings. She will release her second album in July.

David Cook: The 26-year-old rocker released his self-titled debut album in November and is currently touring the country. He dueted with Underwood on Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way” at the opening of an “Idol” attraction at Disney World. Cook’s older brother, who famously cheered for him in the “Idol” audience, died from brain cancer earlier this month.

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Allen throws a wrench into expected ‘Idol’ outcome

Kris Allen, center, reacting after Ryan Seacrest, right, announces that he was the winner

Kris Allen beamed with disbelief, shook his head as if to reject that this was really happening and struggled to find words.

The fact that he’d just beaten rollicking vocal powerhouse Adam Lambert for the “American Idol” title wasn’t going to sink in quickly for the unassuming underdog from Arkansas. The only downside to this stunning victory: He’d have to sing “No Boundaries” one more time.

“Adam deserves this. I’m sorry, I don’t even know what to feel right now. This is crazy,” said the 23-year-old from Conway, Ark.

Allen’s smooth vocals and boy-next-door image gave him the edge after nearly 100 million viewer votes were cast, turning the theatrical Lambert into the most unlikely of also-rans. When the season started, Allen seemed unsure he had a right to take center stage, let alone stand there and snatch victory from such a formidable rival.

During his “Idol” audition last summer, Allen, hands in his pockets and a newsboy cap pulled down around his eyes, was asked by the judges if he was the best singer around.

Kris Allen takes the `American Idol’ title

American Idol 2009 Winner

Kris Allen’s smooth vocals and boy-next-door image propelled him to “American Idol” victory Wednesday, turning the theatrical powerhouse Adam Lambert into the most unlikely of also-rans.

“I’m sorry, I don’t even know what to feel right now. This is crazy,” said a stunned Allen, 23, of Conway, Ark.

As host Ryan Seacrest said in announcing the result of the viewer vote, “The underdog, the dark horse, comes back and wins the nation over.”

Lambert’s commanding vocal range and stage presence — and the judges’ adoration of him — at times turned “Idol” into “The Adam Lambert Show,” with the other contestants mere guests. But it turned out that “Idol” viewers could embrace a gifted performer like Lambert, one who sported black nail polish and bold self-assurance, only to a point.

Lambert vs. Allen matchup draws 100 million votes

Finalists Adam Lambert and Kris Allen

“American Idol” viewers showed they really care whether Adam Lambert or Kris Allen won the crown.

As the finale got under way Wednesday, host Ryan Seacrest said more than 100 million votes were cast after Tuesday’s singing showdown between Lambert and Allen. A record-setting 624 million votes were cast over the season.

Although Lambert has been a judge’s favorite, the contest could be close. When he and Allen were declared the finalists last week, only 1 million votes separated the pair out of 88 million viewer votes.

According to DialIdol.com, a Web site that tracks phone call traffic on vote nights, the contest was too close to call. The site said it’s the first time it couldn’t predict a winner.

The matchup has the potential to be a reprise of last year, when David Archuleta appeared to outduel David Cook. “You came out here tonight to win, and what we have witnessed is a knockout,” judge Simon Cowell told Archuleta — who then proceeded to lose to Cook.

Lambert-Allen finale kicks off on `American Idol’

'American Idol' finalists, Kris Allen and Adam Lambert

The force of nature known as Adam Lambert opened the “American Idol” finale, but Kris Allen “won” the first round.

Lambert, the guylinered glam rocker from California, is battling acoustic guitar player Allen from Conway, Ark. For his first song, Lambert sang one of his greatest “Idol” hits, wearing a long, dark coat during the brooding arrangement of “Mad World” from the cult movie “Donnie Darko.”

Like the first time, it was well-received.

“I’m gonna give you an A-plus for that one dude, A for Adam!” gushed judge Randy Jackson.

Allen followed Lambert’s performance with “Ain’t No Sunshine.” The judges’ panel loved the rendition, which featured Allen on the piano.

“When you’re name was announced last week, I wasn’t sure that America had made the right choice,” he said. “I absolutely take all that back now after that performance.”

Adam Lambert vs Kris Allen – The Weirdest ‘Idol’ Finale Ever

American Idol Finale

The final “American Idol” performance episode could be the weirdest concert ever televised.

In one corner, there’s over-the-top Adam Lambert, the dominating presence who transformed Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire” into a sitar-infused spectacle and tackled “Whole Lotta Love,” the first-ever Led Zeppelin tune performed on Fox’s “Idol.” From the outset, he’s been the ambiguous rocker next door, most comfortable — but not scary — in eyeliner and studded leather.

Then, there’s Kris Allen, always at home in jeans with his guitar. The only fashion risk he’s taken is that smidge of blue nail polish spotted on his thumb during a visit home to Conway, Ark. Allen garnered the most praise with his daring song choices, like singing “Falling Slowing” from indie musical “Once” and reinventing Kanye West’s robotic “Heartless” as a wistful singer-songwriter joint.

“Kris’ appeal is that he has an honesty and a sincerity when he performs, and that he has never tried to change who he is,” said judge Kara DioGuardi. “He’s like a steady ship in the night. He never changes his clothes because everybody else around him is. He never does a song in a way that is sort of overcooked because everyone else around him is.”

The mixture of Allen’s subtly and Lambert’s showiness — only to be broken up with a performance by fourth-season champ Carrie Underwood — will likely make for a kookier-than-usual show Tuesday, especially considering that Allen’s slot in the final two has been perceived as a come-from-behind victory for the 23-year-old college student.