The series premiere of the Jacksons reality show scored big for A&E
Prior to last weekend’s premiere of A&E’s “The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty,” both keen interest and skepticism were brewing as to the reality show airing not long after Michael Jackson unexpectedly passed away this summer. Manipulative ploy to earn high ratings or a sincere look inside a family wanting to set the record straight after decades of tabloid drama and rumors? Regardless of the divided camps of supporters and critics, Nielsen reported 3.2 million people tuned in to the premiere last Sunday with an additional 1.8 million for the encore presentation immediately following. To get the scoop on the origins of the series featuring Jermaine, Tito, Marlon and Jackie, the role that Michael was going to play in the show and how the Jacksons are one family that cannot be broken, our Jim Halterman talked with “Jacksons” Executive Producer Jodi Gomes.
Jim Halterman: When did planning for the Jacksons reality show begin?
Jodi Gomes: Every network has always wanted the Jacksons to come to television. About a year and a half ago, Jermaine and I…..CLICK HERE FOR MORE
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Jim Halterman is a freelance writer who spends his days interviewing the top tier of talent and creative forces in the entertainment world and then, because he's that kind of guy, he brings it all to YOU! And, because we all like free stuff, check back on Fridays for the best giveaways!! (Photo: With SMASH star Megan Hilty at TCA Winter Press Tour, Pasadena, CA, January, 2012)
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Like father like son – Jermaine is trying to capitalize on Michael – and will use his death as one last attempt. Clearly, Michael had abandoned all of these boneheads years ago. A quick Google search shows that all the remaining brothers and both parents are in serious financial trouble. To pretend this is anything but a way out of debt and a grasp at another few minutes of the limelight is offensive.
Thanks for the comments, SCF.