We love the idea that Michael Jackson needs millions and millions of dollars to maintain his lavish lifestyle and buy lots of stuffed elephants dipped in platinum and Old Navy pajama pants. He could just sit back and watch the dollars roll in from the auction at Neverland, but, dammit, he's a star, and people still want to see him, right? Even those little Harry Potter kids would love to see the King of Pop in concert. Reports our own personal Bubbles, FemaleFirst:
Michael Jackson has invited stars of the 'Harry Potter' films to the opening night of his 'This Is It' shows.The three main stars from the wizard franchise – Daniel Radcliffe, 19, Emma Watson, 18, and Rupert Grint, 20 – have reportedly been offered access all areas passes for the start of Michael's 'This Is It' farewell residency at London's O2 arena on July 8.
A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "Michael is a huge fan of the 'Harry Potter' books and films.
"He was utterly enchanted by the magic of JK Rowling's novels and owns all the movies and he has bought memorabilia for his collection."
Michael is said to be such a big 'Harry Potter' fan he owns a first edition copy of JK Rowling's debut novel 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone', which is worth around £10,000.
Michael Jackson is pretty sheltered and insulated from the goings on in the world, right? So here's what we think happened: MJ was home one Saturday afternoon (and by home, we mean an extravagant penthouse suite in a hotel in Bahrain) when he decided to take in a little television. He happened upon ABC Family, where a Harry Potter marathon (a two-day event!) was under way. So he curled up on the couch with his Snuggie and a cup of Swiss Miss with mini marshmallows and watched the first two Harry Potter films straight through. The only problem was, Michael forgot to tune back in on Sunday, so in his mind Harry and Ron will forever be just about thirteen years old. Perrrrrfect!
