Prince-AEG Page Six

NOT 2 LIKELY: Prince is reportedly a potential witness in the high-profile Michael Jackson wrongful death suit against AEG Live, according to a fanciful item in Page Six. But don’t get overly excited—those familiar with the enigmatic artist say he’s unlikely to take the stand. “Prince is so far down on the witness list, he will more than likely never get called,” says music blogger Dr. Funkenberry. He adds there’s historically been bad blood between Prince and AEG because, “In 2007, Prince performed 21 nights [at O2 arena in London], a record. AEG promised him no one would perform more nights than him. In 2009, AEG booked Michael Jackson there for 50 nights before [his] death. So AEG went back on their word, which upset Prince, obviously.” But he adds there is no lingering bad blood or ongoing politics: “Prince is embarking on his tour…in mid-April and some of the dates are with AEG.” (4/4a)