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What You Missed In Music: Sky Axes Controversial Michael Jackson Comedy, Ed Sheeran Covers Fresh Prince

Also, Elton John pays tribute to Graham Taylor, who died earlier this week.

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Friday, January 13, 2017 - 14:20

Sky Axes Controversial  Michael Jackson  Comedy

Sky has axed a controversial episode of their upcoming series Urban Myths after Michael Jackson’s children said that they were sickened by the portrayal of their late father by white actor, Joseph Fiennes.

The casting of a white actor to play Jackson has been controversial. When the trailer for Urban Myths was released and we all got our first look at Fiennes, Michael Jackson’s children responded with disgust.

@TheMJCast i'm so incredibly offended by it, as i'm sure plenty of people are as well, and it honestly makes me want to vomit.

— Paris-Michael K. J. (@ParisJackson) January 11, 2017

Paris-Michael Jackson, the singer’s daughter, said: “It angers me to see how obviously intentional it was for them to be this insulting, not just towards my father, but my godmother, Liz, as well.

“Where is the respect? They worked through blood, sweat and tears for ages to create such profound and remarkable legacies. Shameful portrayal.”

Jackson’s nephew, Taj, also responded: “Unfortunately this is what my family has to deal with. No words could express the blatant disrespect.”

Sky released a statement saying: “Sky is not in the habit of pulling programmes but we felt that this was the right decision to take.”

“Sky Arts puts the integrity of the creative vision at the heart of all of its original commissions, and casting decisions are made within the overall diversity framework which we have set.”

Ed Sheeran  plays brilliant cover of Fresh Prince theme tune

Is the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song the best TV theme tune of all time? Possibly. It’s definitely ‘up there’, right?

Say what you want, but considering the sitcom wrapped up over 20 years ago and people are still able to start spitting out those lyrics on cue, its lasting appeal is undeniably impressive. 

Anyway, Ed Sheeran, who is bloody everywhere right now as he builds up to the release of new album ÷, is the latest (in a long line of people) to cover the theme tune.

When a caller rang up Capital FM and asked for their two loves in the world – Ed and Fresh Prince – to be combined, Sheeran was more than happy to oblige them. Listen to Ed’s cover below:

Elton John  publishes moving tribute to “brother” Graham Taylor

Graham Taylor, former England, Watford and Aston Villa manager, died aged 72. Elton John, lifelong Watford fan and former club chairman, paid tribute to his “brother” in a touching tribute on Instagram.

“I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear about Graham's passing. He was like a brother to me. We shared an unbreakable bond since we first met. We went on an incredible journey together and it will stay with me forever,” Elton said.

“He took my beloved Watford from the depths of the lower leagues to unchartered territory and into Europe. We have become a leading English club because of his managerial wisdom and genius.”

“This is a sad and dark day for Watford. The club and the town. We will cherish Graham and drown our sorrows in the many brilliant memories he gave us.

"I love you Graham. I will miss you very much.”

“My thoughts go out to Rita, Joanne, Karen and the whole Taylor family. @watfordfcofficial #GrahamTaylor #RIP”

 

I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear about Graham's passing. He was like a brother to me. We shared an unbreakable bond since we first met. We went on an incredible journey together and it will stay with me forever. He took my beloved Watford from the depths of the lower leagues to unchartered territory and into Europe. We have become a leading English club because of his managerial wisdom and genius. This is a sad and dark day for Watford. The club and the town. We will cherish Graham and drown our sorrows in the many brilliant memories he gave us. I love you Graham. I will miss you very much. My thoughts go out to Rita, Joanne, Karen and the whole Taylor family. @watfordfcofficial #GrahamTaylor #RIP

A photo posted by Elton John (@eltonjohn) on Jan 12, 2017 at 6:00am PST

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