Music
Quincy Jones, who expanded the American songbook as a musician, composer and producer and shaped some of the biggest stars of the 20th century, has died at 91.
Hollywood Inc.
A Los Angeles appeals court has denied an attempt by Michael Jackson’s mother to block a $600-million transaction between the singer’s estate and Sony.
California
Neverland Ranch, the former home of pop sensation Michael Jackson, was threatened this week as the Lake fire continued to burn in Santa Barbara County.
Michael Jackson’s production company is seeking to quash requests from the singer’s alleged victims to open sealed records ahead of a new trial.
Tito Jackson, an original member of the family band the Jackson 5, which launched the career of ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson, has died at 70.
Television
Skai Jackson has welcomed her first child, posting a peek at the baby on social media. The Disney Channel alum’s mother appeared to confirm that the child is a baby boy.
About the Los Angeles Times
Michael Wilner is joining the Los Angeles Times as its Washington Bureau chief. He has spent more than 12 years covering Washington, D.C., most recently for McClatchy.
Sports
Bo Jackson, the legendary NFL and MLB player and Nike pitchman, abandons $21-million judgment awarded to him in an extortion and harassment case.
Lamar Jackson throws two touchdowns and Derrick Henry scores twice to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 28-14 wild-card playoff win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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