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Jacko quotes Charles Dickens to explain rise and fall in showbiz

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From: The Hindustan Times
Date: 20070309
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Washington, March 9 -- It seems that singer Michael Jackson is getting in touch with his literary side, for the actor tried to explain his rise and downfall in showbiz, in the words of author Charles Dickens.

The superstar quoted Dickens' opening line from his novel A TALES OF TWO CITIES, at a "fan appreciation" dinner party in Tokyo, Japan.

Guests had paid 400,000 yen ($3,500/GBP1, 795) to attend the dinner, which included a performance by Japanese Jackson impersonators and a photo session with the Thriller singer ...

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