Katherine Jackson: 'Murray Is A Monster'

MICHAEL JACKSON's parents were fuming after DR. CONRAD MURRAY pleaded not guilty to an involuntary manslaughter charge on Monday (08Feb10) - insisting their son's former doctor should have accepted responsibility for "killing" the singer.

Dr. Conrad Murray walked free from court in Los Angeles after posting $75,000 bail, prompting the singer's elderly parents, Katherine and Joe, to speak out against the physician.

Katherine ranted to reporters, "He's a monster... He should have pleaded guilty. He killed my son."

Meanwhile Joe told E! Online, "I didn't like today's hearing at all. I just want justice done and that was not justice."

Murray, who has denied any wrongdoing, surrendered to face allegations of administering a lethal dose of the hospital anaesthetic Propofol to the late singer - but he did not come face-to-face with any member of the Jackson clan.

The Thriller legend's sister La Toya, who was also present at the hearing, has vowed to "fight" until those responsible for the singer's death are brought to justice.

She says, "Michael was murdered and although he died at the hands of Dr. Conrad Murray, I believe Dr. Murray was a part of a much larger plan.

"There are other individuals involved and I will not rest and I will continue to fight until all of the proper individuals are brought forth and justice is served."

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Hefner Sued By Playboy Shareholder

HUGH HEFNER is facing legal action from a PLAYBOY shareholder over allegations the ageing magazine mogul is refusing to give up his lifestyle and sell the flagging company.

The class action lawsuit maintains Hefner has deliberately sabotaged two potential deals in the past six months to sell off the adult magazine, which the shareholder claims is falling apart.

The plaintiff alleges the 83 year old enjoys the company of models too much to give up the brand he founded, despite its quickly plummeting worth.

In the lawsuit, an investment company that analysed Playboy's business claims, "If you were Hugh Hefner... would you give up the parade of busty blondes, the fancy mansion and the reality TV show for a pay-out?

"Hefner has continued to live the good life and make sure everyone knows it. Hefner remains in the limelight, showing up at media events and at the Playboy mansion... with his girlfriends by his side."

The plaintiff, who is seeking unspecified damages, also claims the price of a Playboy magazine - $5.99 - is more expensive than its stock.

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