Michael Jackson sparks controversy with PETA
PETA, who earlier this year went after Britney Spears’ plans to include live “circus” animals in her upcoming tour (she eventually backed down) is now angered that Michael Jackson is considering doing the same thing. Jackson has already sold out a 10-concert residency at London’s 02 Arena amids rumours he is to feature a variety of exotic creatures onstage during his comeback concerts.
British newspaper the Daily Mirror reports Jackson is planning a nature theme for the concerts – with live creatures featuring heavily in the shows.
A source tells the publication, “He hopes to make it the most spectacular gig ever. For the jungle section, he wants to ride out on an African elephant with panthers led on gold chains. Parrots and other birds will fly behind him. If it goes to plan it will look incredible.”
But the idea has infuriated campaigners at People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), who are urging the singer to ditch the plans.
PETA states, “These exotic animals belong in Africa, not the O2 Arena among screaming fans, bright lights and stage explosions. These wild animals are deprived of everything that is natural and important to them when they are forced to perform under stressful conditions. Michael needs to learn to leave exotic animals alone.”
Jackson has previously come under fire from PETA for the hoarde of animals he kept in his private zoo at his Neverland ranch in California.
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I had heard that rumours that he was going to live in Ireland, but has he really changed his name to Micheal?