Does anyone really think that the company backing the Michael Jackson Tour that would have been doesn't want to make as much money as they can? I haven't seen anyone float the idea that's been running through my head since it was certain he had died, so here it is: if they have any sense, they'll assemble an all-star tribute concert.

There are plenty of faded-glory performers who could use a boost. They'll retitle the concert to something like "Long Live the King" that'll inspire angry responses from Elvis fans in rural areas. Paula Abdul will be there, who else needs a major leg up? Part of the proceeds will go to charity, the rest to paying down Jackson's crushing debt his kids are saddled with.

Speaking of his kids, i do wonder what we'll see them become in the next ten years. Will one be a singer? A film director? A doctor? Will "Blanket" go into child psychology to help physically and emotionally abused kids like his dad? I think it's only decent for the press and everyone else to leave them the hell alone until (if and when) they choose to enter a public life.

The greatest relief this whole thing has provided is the knowledge that upon his death, Roman Polanski's past transgressions will not override his artistic achievements. CNN will be filled with clips from The Pianist, Chinatown, Revulsion, and Rosemary's Baby. Everyone will wait a day before talking about the dead statutory rapist.