Short Takes : Jackson Cancels Africa Tour
Michael Jackson has postponed a 10-day tour of four African countries because of the Persian Gulf crisis.
“Jackson, like millions around the world, was hoping when his plans were first announced that there would be a satisfactory resolution before the Jan. 15 deadline,” Jackson publicist Lee Solters said today.
The 32-year-old singer had been scheduled to arrive in Gabon on Jan. 21. His itinerary also included trips to Tanzania, Kenya and the Ivory Coast.
“He was going there because of his fascination with Africa,” Solters said. “He was going to document his visit on film for his personal library.”
Jackson last visited Africa 20 years ago as a member of the Jackson 5 singing group, which performed in Senegal.
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