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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 9, 2010 15:11:21 GMT -5
Fans are outraged, as well they should be, that the Discovery channel in the UK will air a gruesome MJ autopsy programme in January. The following are details I received from the 500 team, as well as info Catherine's talk radio show this Sunday, and how YOU can help us STOP this show from airing in the UK and the US! As you are no doubt aware, a serious situation involving some potentially offensive programming by Discovery UK is scheduled for forthcoming release. The first Discovery documentary billed as -- " Michael Jackson's Autopsy: What Really Killed Michael Jackson " has been out-produced by Renegade Pictures LTD --- and is scheduled to air on 13/01/11 at 21:00 pm, then 14/01/11 at 22:00 pm, 16/01/11 at 22:00, 17/01/11 at 22:00. A call placed to Discovery Europe revealed the official description of the programme as: "We re-create his autopsy using anatomically correct synthetic cadaver and examine the official coroner's report calls on the testimony of experts." As you can imagine many people are concerned about the tone and approach that Renegade (and by extension Discovery), will be taking on this program, and an emergency radio show that will discuss this is scheduled on BlogTalk radio on Sunday, December 12 at 1:00 pm Central Standard Time with Reverend Catherine Gross. Here is the link: www.blogtalkradio.com/a-place-in-your-heart The information pre-released by Discovery also mentions that a 'long time personal physican' of Michael's will comment during the program. That information also states that doctor who will be performing this autopsy is a Dr Michael Hunter. forensic-doc.com/ The following was mailed out, compiled by Reverend Barbara Kaufmann (see below) so that you can see what many have been doing so far regarding this news. To: Reverend B. Kaufmann We have to speak up. This is URGENT. Write a letter to the Discovery/OWN Channel. Tell them that what they are doing is disgraceful, disrespectful, and unnecessary. This is going too far to get ratings. Address your letters to; Nicolas Bonard Senior Vice President Discovery Enterprises International Discovery Networks Europe /Oprah Winfrey Network Chiswick Park Building 2 566 Chiswick High Road London, W4 5YB UK Please e-mail your letters to MJ Justice Project at mjj@innocent.com MJ Justice Project and MJ Children have united to bring you the truth about the Discovery Channel. The Discovery Channel, which is actually the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) will broadcast 13 January 2011 a documentary on events surrounding the death of Michael Jackson. Based on the autopsy report and court documents, the film will show a reproduction of the body of the star in every detail. The documentary aims to follow a doctor who will dissect the body and reveal the true reasons for his death. Let me say it again; The Discovery Channel is actually OWN,The Oprah Winfrey Network. Oprah Winfrey and Discovery Communications formed OWN, which will be seen in 70 Million U.S. homes, and includes the power of Oprah.com OWN,The Oprah Winfrey Network corporate.discovery.com/?dcitc=w99-540-ah-1001. Are you enraged? If you are, join us. MJ JUSTICE PROJECT AND MJ CHILDREN WILL EXPLAIN & ANSWER QUESTIONS: Sunday, December 12 at 1:00pm A Place In Your Heart Radio Hosted by Rev. Dr. Catherine Gross
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 9, 2010 15:22:57 GMT -5
Here's the letter I emailed to the MJ Justice Project today:
TO: Nicolas Bonard Discovery Enterprises International Discovery Networks Europe/ Oprah Winfrey Network Chiswick Park Building 2 566 Chiswick High Road London, W4 5YB UK
Dear Mr. Bonard:
I cannot believe you plan to run a so-called documentary billed as "Michael Jackson's Autopsy: What Really Killed Michael Jackson." Or is that a (mock)umentary? First of all, it's absolutely outrageous that your network would run such a programme. What about an autopsy show for Princess Diana? Or Corey Haim? Or Farrah Fawcett? Or Heath Ledger? Or why not an autopsy report on the 3,000+ innocent victims killed on 9/11? Do you see how despicable this programme will be to your viewers? If you wish to present to your viewers that your network gladly promotes shameful, poor taste just for ratings, you will accomplish your goal.
I implore you to use sound judgement and cancel the airing of this documentary. Please spare your viewers the gory, graphic details they were never meant to see, and should not ever have to see. Or is it your wish to spread lies about Michael Jackson? That it was his fault he died? That he killed himself? I doubt that you wish to prove Michael Jackson's innocence in his own death... otherwise there would be no show, would there? Rather than expose Mr. Jackson as a drug addict, why not expose the doctor who killed him? His cardiologist who didn't even know how to perform CPR. His doctor who took it upon himself to wean his patient off a drug with no prior knowledge or experience of addiction. His personal physician who for months, regularly administered propofol to his patient at his own residence without a nurse, necessary heart monitors or other vital equipment. His personal physician who forgot about his famous patient lying on a bed hooked up to a dangerous anesthetic while he went off to do his business and make personal phone calls for 45 minutes? His doctor who lied to paramedics and withheld vital information about the drugs he gave to Mr. Jackson. The list goes on... all of that and more will come out at Dr. Murray's preliminary hearing in January 2011.
Why would you blame the victim for his own death? If your doctor gives you a drug that hurts you, is it your fault? This is what the media wants the general public to believe, which is a preposterous notion. A doctor should be held to higher standards, unconditionally trusted by his patient to "do no harm." When that trust is breached, ending in the horrific death of his patient, the legal system must step in to hold this doctor accountable for his incompetent actions and mete out the appropriate justice. This is what your network should be reporting on, not a famous patient who through no fault of his own, could not get enough sleep.
Sincerely,
Mary Ann Layton Canada
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Post by divastyle on Dec 9, 2010 15:46:37 GMT -5
I've heard about this disgusting program as well and I am in the process of writing my own letter, this is beyond DISGUSTING!!!!
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Post by norildMJ on Dec 9, 2010 16:12:53 GMT -5
We just can't let this happen! It made me sick. Let our King rest in peace!
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Post by mjsiris on Dec 9, 2010 18:37:05 GMT -5
This is so sad, so pathetic, so completely and utterly horrible! Who´s sick mind conjured up this concept in the first place? Is this supposed to be good for ratings? Who do they think will watch this? Not Michael´s fans, surely. And seeing Oprah´s name attached to this infuriates me even more! Hasn´t she already done enough exploiting of Michael and his memory for ratings? I realize that she may not be directly responsible for the production of this show, but enough is enough!
Let Michael rest in peace.
Your letter is really good, Mal. I will write my own as soon as I regain my composure.
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 10, 2010 2:54:51 GMT -5
Yes I know I was so upset as I wrote it, and just whipped it off without thinking further about it. I forgot to add what this will do to his children and his family. Whether we are fans or not, does this network have no respect for the deceased? Can you think of one other person on earth who would have a show about their autopsy on TV? Absolutely NO ONE! Michael still continues to be the number one target!
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Post by divastyle on Dec 10, 2010 14:09:12 GMT -5
I'm still so upset about it that I can't even start writing my letter yet, if I write it now it will be full of anger and cuss words!!
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 11, 2010 15:10:06 GMT -5
Good for TMZ for running this important issue, for helping us fans to get the word out of how outrageous and disrespectful this show will be. www.tmz.com/2010/12/10/michael-jackson-fans-discovery-channel-petition-autopsy-special/We are not only signing petitions, but sending letters via the MJJ Justice Project. Now that TMZ reported on it, other media outlets will pick it up and I am SURE there will be a public outcry about this most heinous form of blatant sensationalism that anyone can ever imagine! This definitely crosses the line of human decency! It makes me think of what kind of horrible world we have come to. Let's hope that the Discovery/OWN network hears our cries and does the right thing! JUSTICE for Michael!
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Post by mjsiris on Dec 11, 2010 17:04:27 GMT -5
I´m also having trouble composing a coherent letter, I´m still so upset The TMZ story mentions fans having collected signatures to stop the airing of the show. Do you know anything about that and where to sign ? I feel I must do something!
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 11, 2010 17:47:02 GMT -5
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Post by judith51 on Dec 11, 2010 18:25:53 GMT -5
What a bunch of animals! It makes me sick to my stomach. Everyone sign the petition.
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Post by nessielittle on Dec 11, 2010 19:01:46 GMT -5
Maryann: I posted the petition site on the JFF Site and some of the peoples are saying the link is taking them to a Facebbook.... I click the link and it goes to the petition site. So I really don't know what's happening.
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Post by divastyle on Dec 11, 2010 20:12:57 GMT -5
I just signed it and posted it on my Twitter & FB!
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Post by mjsiris on Dec 12, 2010 6:50:26 GMT -5
I´m having problems signing the petition. It opens a window to Facebook everytime I try to sign. And since I´m not on Facebook it looks like I´m not going to be able to sign
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Post by norildMJ on Dec 12, 2010 15:49:43 GMT -5
mjsiris: this will lead you to Facebook, since PetitionSpot is an application on Facebook. Just allow it to work, then you can sign. You do not have to donate, (that's your choice), skip it and sign on the next page. Edit: Ups, you don't have facebook. Sorry.
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Post by jester7love on Dec 13, 2010 2:36:02 GMT -5
Be sure to know I will make a video about this! As well as send my letter to them! It's sick they want to do this! Much more love to all of you! LETS REMEMBER THE TRUTH WILL STAND! It stands naked in the streets of deception and lies!
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 13, 2010 8:16:45 GMT -5
Be sure to know I will make a video about this! As well as send my letter to them! It's sick they want to do this! Much more love to all of you! LETS REMEMBER THE TRUTH WILL STAND! It stands naked in the streets of deception and lies! Thank you so much Jesse! You are a true blessing! Just so everyone knows, Jesse and I are emailing each other about this... and when the video is ready, we will post it here and everywhere! It will be an incredible tool to get the word out about this most important protest. We will need a LOT of fans participating... HUNDREDS of letters written and many thousands of signatures! We don't have much time though, just a month away, so this is URGENT! For those who are averse to joining Facebook, please know that since the petition is a FB application, it's the only way. However, you will NOT have to add friends or be bothered in any way and never have to log in again if you don't want to! So PLEASE reconsider adding your name. For those hesitating about writing a letter because you are worried about your English, your grammar or writing skills, PLEASE don't worry! We are not expecting anything other than your passion and convictions in Michael's honor. Please do this for Michael! Fighting for Michael, Mal
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Post by divastyle on Dec 13, 2010 15:04:06 GMT -5
I just finished writing my letter, let me know what you all think.
Nicolas Bonard Senior Vice President Discovery Enterprises International Discovery Networks Europe /Oprah Winfrey Network Chiswick Park Building 2 566 Chiswick High Road London, W4 5YB UK Dear Mr. Bonard: I can't believe that you are planning to broadcast a program about Michael Jackson's autospy, words can't begin to express my disgust when I found out about the airing of this so-called "documentary"! I don't remember your network airing anything like this when other celebs have passed away, where were the autospy documentaries for the likes of Anna Nicole Smith, Patrick Swayze, Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan and countless others who are no longer with is? I implore that you use sound judgement and cancel the airing of this program, do you not realize the pain & suffering that something like this will cause Mr. Jackson's family, friends, and fans many of which are still grieving his untimely passing? Do you even care or is it just about ratings for your network? How about the fact that there are now 3 young children without their father, 8 siblings without their brother, 2 parents without their son, neices & nephews without their uncle and millions of fans worldwide without their idol? It is bad enough that this man was de-humanized and crucified in the media when he was alive and now you don't even have the decency to let him rest in peace! Why not do a program on the Dr. who killed him, Conrad Murray? I guess that topic is not sensational enough for your network, huh? I'm thoroughly disappoined & disgusted with your network, I used to enjoy your programming. Sincerely, Persephone D. Miles USA
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Post by mjsiris on Dec 13, 2010 16:37:51 GMT -5
I really like your letter Dawn. Am still working on mine. I´m not an experienced letter-writer, especially not in english. I will not give up though!
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Post by divastyle on Dec 13, 2010 17:30:29 GMT -5
Thank you mjsiris, it took me awhile to get myself calmed down enough to write it. I know you will do just fine w/ your letter!
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 14, 2010 4:33:18 GMT -5
Fantastic letter Dawn, thanks so much! Iris, don't worry about your English... if we can understand you, then so will they. I'm sure your letter will be great too!
And now some good news... Jesse is happy to join us in our cause! HOT OFF THE PRESSES, he just made this great video! We are blessed that he has joined our fight for Michael and his legacy, and the MJ community for justice will be cheering him on! Please, everyone remember to write your letters, sign the petition and follow me on Twitter at MJsarmy1
Thank you to Jesse and all the other soldiers! Let's see Justice for MJ! It's all for L.O.V.E.
Mal
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 14, 2010 15:03:43 GMT -5
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Post by MaryAnn Layton on Dec 17, 2010 13:09:13 GMT -5
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Post by divastyle on Dec 17, 2010 13:55:33 GMT -5
This is wonderful MAL, I really liked the video they put together for us! What we really need is for some of Michael's celeb friends to get involved as well, I follow alot of people on my Twitter, and I've been RTing about our cause everyday, hopefully some of them will see and take action as well!
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Post by norildMJ on Dec 18, 2010 0:36:46 GMT -5
I am doing what i can do. Jesse is a cool guy, know him from youtube. I really hope this protest will help. It's hard to believe how Discovery even could come up with such a disgracefull idea. I am appalled.
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