In Memoriam: Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein (1973-2009)

Celebrity DJ Adam Goldstein professionally known as DJ AM died over the weekend of an apparent drug overdose at his New York City apartment at the age of 36. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Goldstein began deejaying at age 20 spinning for such celebrities as Jim Carrey, Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Stiller. He has also scratched on albums for Will Smith and Jay-Z. He also was a member of a rock band called Crazy Town who had a hit song called "Butterfly".

In 2008 Goldstein along with rocker Travis Barker of Blink 182 were the lone survivors of a harrowing plane crash in West Columbia, SC after the two performed at a college event. Barker along with Goldstein subsequently filed lawsuits against the charter company of the plane Learjet and Goodyear tires claiming negligence by the pilots and a manufacturing defect by the plane. Goldstein was seeking compensation for pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement and loss of earnings. It is unclear if the litigation was settled prior to Goldstein's untimely death.

Goldstein struggled with drug addiction early on in his career with crack cocaine seeking treatment and was successful in his recovery. He just finished filming for a new MTV reality show called "Gone Too Far" where he and concerned family members of addicts called interventions to confront addicts about their abuses. It is unclear if the show will air given the circumstances surrounding his death.

Adam Goldstein was found by police with drug paraphinalia after a friend of Goldstein became concerned when he did not answer repeated e-mails, tweets and telephone calls. The friend subsequently went to Goldstein's apartment for a well being check. The friend notified the superintendent of the building who was unable to open the door due to the inside latch being locked across the inside door. Police broke down the door and made the discovery.

Goldstein's last public appearance was two weeks ago when he threw out the first pitch at the Mets game at CitiField. The PALMS hotel in Las Vegas dimmed the lights P, L, and S to spell AM in his honor. He performed there on August 21st.

Funeral arrangements are pending. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the circumstances surrounding Goldstein's death.

In Memoriam: Adam Michael "DJ AM" Goldstein (1973-2009)

In Memoriam: Senator Edward Moore Kennedy (1932-2009)

Senator Edward M. Kennedy "Ted" to family members and constituents alike, passed away late Tuesday night at his home on the Kennedy family compound in Hyannis Port, MA after a struggle with brain cancer. He was 77.

I may not have been around to see the rise of Camelot or be a witness to it's golden years when it's beloved son accended to the White House, or when another son became U.S. Attorney General and I may not have been around to be a witness to their untimely assasinations but I have been around to witness the courage and dignity of Ted Kennedy. Whether through personal, public tragedy or on the behalf of his constituents or the Nation, Ted Kennedy handled everything with courage and dignity. It was with courage and dignity that he lived his life and ultimately, it was with courage and dignity the way he died.

In Memoriam: Senator Edward Moore Kennedy (1932-2009)

Michael Jackson News:Death Ruled Homicide; Apollo Honor; Birthday Celebration

Late musical icon Michael Jackson's death has officially been ruled a homicide by the Los Angeles Police Department and it is unclear if his physician, Dr. Conrad Murray will face any charges in connection with the case. Dr. Murray has been regarded as a person of interest when it was revealed that he was Michael Jackson's personal physician. Under questioning by police Dr. Murray admitted that he gave Michael various sedatives and sleep aids including the highly powerful surgical anesthetic Propofol on a regular basis and on the day of Jackson's death to help the musical icon sleep.  Dr. Murray also admitted that on the day of Michael's death, to giving him four highly addictive medications Valium, Lorazepam, Midazolam and Propofol intravenously to stop his insomnia but it was ultimately the Propofol the last of the sedatives, that killed him. It is unclear if Dr. Murray will have his licenses in Texas and Nevada (where he has private practice) revoked pending the outcome of this case. Meanwhile Jackson's elder sibling LaToya issued a statement thanking police for their timely response and their ruling in the case.

Meanwhile, The Apollo Theater has announced that it will inducted Michael Jackson into the Legends Hall Of Fame, the theater's highest honor. Jackson will posthumously be inducted next Spring at a benefit gala. Other inductees into the Legends Hall Of Fame include James Brown and Ella Fitzgerald. The historic theater also plans to archive the Tribute Wall-a 100 foot blue plywood wall adjacent to the theater that was erected by fans upon hearing of his death on June 25th.

Acclaimed film director Spike Lee is set to host a 51st Birthday celebration in Michael Jackson's honor to be held at Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY on Saturday, August 29th, 2009 from 12noon-5pm at the Nethermead Meadow section of the park. The celebration held on Michael's actual birthday, will proceed as planned rain or shine. Jackson's music will be spun by renowned DJ Spinna on the turntables. For more information about the birthday celebration and to get travel directions visit Spike Lee's official website 40 Acres And A Mule Filmworks at www.40acres.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1465

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