ok, so I actually was a huge MJ fan, but people WTF!!!
http://www.news.com.au/entertainment...019114,00.html
MICHAEL Jackson's death has reportedly led at least a dozen people to kill themselves worldwide while Australians seek help from a suicide prevention hotline.
Some callers to
Lifeline Australia, which speaks to about 50 suicidal people each day, have told counsellors that Jackson's death on Friday had left them distressed.
London man Gary Taylor, who owns the biggest Michael Jackson online fan club, said he was aware of about 12 suicides following the performer's death,
Sky News UK reports.
"It is a serious situation that these people are going through but
Michael Jackson would never want this," Mr Taylor said.
"He would want them to live."
Lifeline
CEO Dawn O'Neil said that while there has not been "a dramatic increase" in calls to counsellors since Friday, people have spoken about how Jackson's death has affected them.
"We have had some calls related to this," Ms O’Neil said.
"In some cases, (a celebrity's death) can be very distressing."
The calls came as a friend to the famous family, the Reverend Jesse Jackson, urged fans not to "self-destruct".
"This is a time when hearts are heavy," Jackson said. "There is great pain but great cause to celebrate Michael's life.
"It made Michael happy saying 'We Are The World'. Don't self destruct."
Ms O'Neil said it was important for people to discuss how they feel in times of death.
"With any loss or death, everyone grieves in their own way," she said.
"Find someone to talk to… it certainly is important to talk to someone."
She said speaking to friends, family, counsellors or their doctor could help people in grief.
If you or someone you know may be at risk of suicide contact Lifeline on 131 114; Kids Help Line on 1800 551 800; visit http://www.beyondblue.org.au; or seek immediate help from a GP or a counsellor.
Help and advice is also available on 1800 18SANE (7263) and from http://www.sane.org/