'Thriller' actress sues Jacko over unpaid royalties.Byline: ANI Washington, May 6 (ANI): The actress in Michael Jackson's smash hit 'Thriller' video is suing the popstar over unpaid royalties. Ola Ray, a former Playboy Playmate, is suing the King of Pop and his production company alleging breach of contract. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. TMZ.com, Ray's lawyer has claimed that she was promised a share in the 1983 promo's revenue, but has not received a single penny till date. At the cost of 500,000 dollars, the epic 14-minute video, directed by John Landis, was the most expensive promo pro·mo n. pl. pro·mos Informal A promotional presentation, such as a television spot, radio announcement, or personal appearance. of its time, reports Contactmusic. In January, Landis also sued Jacko claiming that he's owed royalties for his work on the iconic i·con·ic adj. 1. Of, relating to, or having the character of an icon. 2. Having a conventional formulaic style. Used of certain memorial statues and busts. promo and related spin-offs, and the case is still continuing. (ANI) Copyright 2009 Asian News International The Asian News International (ANI) agency provides multimedia news to China and 50 bureaus in India. It covers virtually all of South Asia since its foundation and presently claims, on its official website, to be the leading South Asia-wide news agency. (ANI) - All Rights Reserved. Provided by Syndigate.info an Albawaba.com company |
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