Michael Jackson AEG Hearing - UPDATED
Posted Aug 21st 2009 4:10PM by TMZ Staff
Several witnesses expected to take the stand today as lawyers for Michael Jackson's estate -- as well as lawyers for Katherine Jackson and Michael's kids -- give testimony about the proposed deal with AEG about a Jackson memorabilia tour.
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UPDATE 5:50 PM ET -- The court has been closed again as one of the senior lawyers for AEG has taken the stand. Outside of court, Taj told reporters the family is more interested in protecting Michael's legacy than in making money. We're expecting to get a ruling today.
UPDATE 5:30 PM ET -- Taj testified that Michael had a memorabilia section at Neverland and he wanted to create something bigger out of it. He also said he thought Michael felt the rehearsal footage was "Michael's" because he was very protective of his image.
UPDATE 5:21 PM ET -- Taj: "I love my uncle so much and I want to do right by him."
UPDATE 5:16 PM ET -- And we're back!!! Tito's son Taj is set to take the stand.
UPDATE 4:50 PM ET -- Court is back in session -- but still closed to the media. But it should be opened back up after the current witness is done.
UPDATE 3:20 PM ET -- John Branca has finished testifying via phone and they've adjourned for lunch. Testimony will begin again in about an hour -- but it is unclear whether the judge will re-open the court. Stay tuned.
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