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Senegalese-American singer Akon has relished working with the late pop star Michael Jackson. Speaking in a recent episode of the We Need To Talk podcast,

Lionsgate film chief Adam Fogelson says 25% of 'Michael' sequel has been shot.
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Lionsgate film chief Adam Fogelson says 25% of 'Michael' sequel has been shot.
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