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Michael Jackson remains ‘Greatest of All Time’, post mortem earnings now $2.4bn

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9 months ago

March 25, 2024

Jeffrey Daniel, American dancer, singer and choreographer, says late legendary artiste, Michael Jackson, remains the Greatest of All Time (G.O.A.T) of Pop Music.

He spoke in an interview on Sunday in Abuja.

Daniel, a founding member of the renowned American R&B vocal group ‘Shalamar’, said the works and influence of the acclaimed King of Pop across the global made him irreplaceable.

According to him, Jackson’s timeless music, dance and fashion, as well as his philanthropic impact made him a global figure in popular music culture.

He said Jackson’s innovation in music, stage and video performances have influenced artistes across many music genres and still do over a decade of his passing

“To ask me, if Michael is the greatest of all time (G.O.A.T), his record speaks for itself, as he has sold more albums than anybody in the history of music.

“Michael passed away since 2009 but there are children now, five years old and six years old, who are still imitating him.

“They were not even alive when he was here and so Michael’s legacy is just as strong as ever.

“In fact, it is just reported that his estate worth so much, and his music, his videos and all that stuff, is worth something over $500 million.

“After his passing these years, he is still worth that much, and I think people will continue to celebrate and enjoy Michael Jackson’s legacy for years to come,” he said.

He said Jackson was his cousin and fan, and they shared mutual admiration before they started working together professionally.

Daniel, acclaimed to be the pioneer of the iconic dance move ‘backslide’, said he was a great influence on Jackson’s formative years, who later popularised the ‘backslide’ and changed it to its signature ‘Moonwalk’.

“I started dancing on the television show, Soul Train, where I went through a succession of dances from ‘locker’ to ‘waacking’ and then to ‘body popping’.

“When I started doing the backslide, Michael was watching me do it on TV, and we later got a call to teach him how to do the backslide and some body popping moves.

“So, I was working with Michael for how many years, not knowing that we are cousins, until I finally found out,” he said.

Michael Jackson, globally known as the “King of Pop”, died on June 25, 2009 at 50, after about four decades of music career.

In 2016, Forbes estimated annual gross earnings by the Jackson Estate at $825 million, the largest ever recorded for a celebrity, mostly due to the sale of the Sony/ATV catalog.

In 2018, the figure was $400 million and that was the eighth year since his death that Jackson’s annual earnings were reported to be over $100 million, thus bringing Jackson’s postmortem total to $2.4 billion.

In 2020, Forbes recognised Jackson as the top-earning dead celebrity each year from his death to 2020, except in 2012.

Jackson was named Forbes’ highest-paid dead celebrity of the year 2023, with an estimated $115 million in earnings.

The ranking was based on pre-tax earnings from sales, licensing deals, streams and other sources of income between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023.

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Osimhen joins Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy at Tony Elumelu’s all-white party

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16 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen on Monday joined Nigeria’s elite at billionaire Tony Elumelu glamorous all-white party in Lagos, embracing the holiday festivities during a visit to his home country.

The Galatasaray forward, who has been in prolific form, was seen mingling with top celebrities at the event hosted by Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the UBA Group, with an estimated net worth of $700 million according to Forbes.

The star-studded affair featured electrifying performances by some of Nigeria’s biggest music icons, including Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Flavour.

Prominent political figures also graced the occasion, with Lagos State Governor Jide Sanwo-Olu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun among the notable attendees.

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Queen Esther Daniels Crowned Best Idoma Nollywood Actress Of All Time

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17 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Popular actress, model, and activist, Queen Esther Daniels, has been crowned the Best Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time.

The talented thespian received this accolade ahead of industry legends such as Ene Comfort Ikwumono, Jane Odoh, and others at the Idoma Nollywood Film Festival, which took place during the Idoma International Carnival in Otukpo, Benue State, on Monday, December 23, 2024.

Queen Esther made her acting debut at the age of 15 and has since starred in numerous Nollywood and Idoma movies.

In 2022, she made her production debut with the indigenous blockbuster “Akpa K’Oche” (The Throne).

She has utilized her talent as a vehicle for advocacy, working against social vices while promoting culture, peace, and unity.

In recognition of her hard work and dedication, she was overwhelmingly voted as the Best Idoma Actress of All Time.

Reacting to the victory via his Facebook page, Hon. Prince Yemi Itodo, the Executive Producer of Akpa K’Oche, stated that Queen Esther’s recognition as the eternal Best Idoma Nollywood Actress was well-deserved.

He expressed his gratitude to the organizers of the Idoma International Carnival for recognizing Idoma talents and promoting tourism.

He wrote, “Tonight, history is made! Idoma people of Nigeria gathered at their traditional headquarters in the ancient town of Otukpo, Benue State, to celebrate this Thespian and screen goddess of unqualifiable measures…

“Queen Esther Daniels was nominated and won the Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time, not Actress of the year, not Actress in the past, not Actress in 2025, not upcoming Actress, but Actress of All Time… This means alot to the industry and the family.

“Queen Esther Ene Daniels started gracing our screen right from the age of 15; and back-to-back, she has sustained the steam, the steez and the dexterity, interpreting her professional roles, both in Idoma and Nigerian Nollywood. She is also one of the rare Female Movie Producers in Idoma land, with her blockbuster AKPA K’OCHE (The Throne), short titled in English in 2022 and premiered at Double K Resort, Otukpo.

“This award is well deserving and it’s welcoming.

“We want to appreciate the organisers of Idoma International Carnival , the Global President, who doubles as President of Idoma Association in America, Prince EDWIN OCHAI; Global Vice President and Autotchonous incumbent of the MIC industry and Radio Benue Zcar, Henry Ipole; and all other crew, including the Federal Ministry of Information and Tourism, for this show of love.

“Finally, this award is dedicated to Almighty God, the Idoma nation, the cast and crew of AKPA K’OCHE (The Throne), especially, the Director, Ochola St Godwins; Editor, Jeff Onjefu, Lead Actor and Producer of OSOFIA IN BRAZIL, Pastor Abel Success, DoP, Richy Billions; Mr. Isaac Ochedikwu, Mummy Eze; Anebi Onobe; Ochagwu; for making Queen Esther a successful Producer.

“Idoma Nation shall be great again!!”

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Portable’s Baby Mama Honey Berry and New Man Dance Romantically to Singer’s Song, Tag Him to Post

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2 days ago

December 24, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Honey Berry, the baby mama of Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, aka Portable, has caused a huge stir online.

In a recent post, Honey Berry and her new boyfriend, MC Freedom, shared a playful Instagram post showcasing their fun, romantic side.

The couple filmed themselves dancing and enjoying Portable’s song while dressed in matching Christmas pyjamas. Their cosy dance quickly became a topic of conversation, with many seeing it as a subtle mockery of the Zazu crooner.

Adding to the playful taunt, the duo tagged Portable in the video, likely aiming to provoke a reaction from him.

In the post, Honey Berry and MC Freedom also wished their followers a Merry Christmas, spreading holiday cheer together.

“Two hearts, one holiday spirit. Merry Christmas from us to you! 🎄❤️ 🎶: @portablebaeby.”

See the post below:

Portable’s Honey Berry’s post stirs reactions

Legit.ng compiled the reactions bellow:

its_loba___:

“Una even use portable song.”

destiny___x:

“U collect person wife una still dey vibes to his song.”

spiffy_lovethherbss:

“Una still tag owner of the song 😭 no be so o.”

sunkanmi_omobolanle:

“Wait wait wait @freedomhnd You use person woman as props Abi na Vixien Una Dey call come still vibe ontop his song 🤣🤣 ika ika ni e.”

godfirst0072024:

“Lols……see the yansh….Owo awon NURTW ti te aye e pa….kokozaria and his ogas no nice at all when it comes to handling yansh ooo … portable sef try no be small….make I come put such a public wife for house all in d name of love or clout??? When I get right thinking FAMILY MEMBERS… Tufiaka …..her videos on bed will be dropping from tomorrow….una go see rotten kpetus tire.@portablebaeby make we drop 1 bangar tonight????”

kik__xo:

“My hand no Dey o😒portable don Dey set ring light.”

henrytee14:

“Person collect omoolalomi’s wife still get mind to tagged him.”

pella_1313

“You get mind tag portable.”

marveltvupdates_:

“Una wicked oo… portable setting ring light.”

Honey Berry reacts to Portable’s online feud with Queen Dami

The third baby mother of controversial Nigerian artist Portable got involved in the singer’s ongoing battle with his now-estranged girlfriend, Queen Dami.

Portable initiated the drama by accusing Queen Dami, the late Alaafin of Oyo’s ex-wife, of infidelity and trying to break his marriage.

Despite the chaos, Honey Berry subtly addressed the drama on her Instagram page. She shared lovely images of herself and lectured the audience on the importance of being at peace with oneself.