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Martin Bashir is a British journalist who has worked for the BBC, ITV, Nightline and 20/20.NNDB: Martin Bashir
In 2003, Bashir hosted the documentary Living with Michael Jackson, featuring several interviews with the pop star. The controversial nature of the documentary "prompted a police investigation of the singer," according to Bashir's biography on the 20/20 website.ABC News: Martin Bashir (April 28, 2007)
Known for his "ethically troublesome" yet "entertaining" investigative reporting, Bashir has also interviewed other celebrities like Princess Diana and Corey Feldman.NNDB: Martin Bashir
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Brain Tumor
Bashir was diagnosed with a brain tumor while seeking treatment for an April 2008 head injury. The "small" tumor was found on his pituitary gland. The New York Post reported that doctors would continue to monitor it for any changes in size. Bashir meanwhile resumed his work for ABC.New York Post: Martin Bashir Brain Tumor (June 9, 2008) -
"Asian Babes" Comment
During a speech at a July 2008 Asian American Journalists Association gala, Bashir said that he was "happy to be in the midst of so many Asian babes." He continued, "I'm happy that the podium covers me from the waist down."Guardian: Martin Bashir sorry for 'Asian babes' comment in US speech (August 5, 2008)Bashir later apologized for his "tasteless" comments, and stated he hoped the organization was not "harmed" or "undermined" by his "moment of stupidity."Sky News: Bashir Sorry For 'Asian Babes' Joke (August 6, 2008)
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Martin Bashir News
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Spoon-bender Uri Geller takes legal action in Belfast
The action centres on claims that Mr Geller personally benefited financially from setting up the singer's television interview with Martin Bashir. ... (February 09, 2010)BBC News -
Michael Jackson To Defend Dr. Conrad Murray FROM BEYOND THE GRAVE!
Martin Bashir's documentary showed us his true wacko side, the multiple child molestation accusations never helped and he had a bloody monkey as a pet. ... (February 08, 2010)hecklerspray -
NIGHTLINE ROLLS OVER LATE-NIGHT COMICS
For the week of January 25, the news magazine anchored by Cynthia McFadden, Terry Moran and Martin Bashir led among total viewers, adults 25-54 and adults ... (February 05, 2010)Contactmusic.com -
Jackson Doctor To Surrender Friday
... or erase the beyond vicious treatment Michael received at the hands of the media in general and notable predators like Diane Dimond and Martin Bashir. ... (February 04, 2010)LA Weekly (blog)
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Martin Bashir Questions
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Is ABC/Disney harboring a criminal by continuing to employ Martin Bashir? What would Michael Jackson think?Yes. Bashir (the basher) admitted he didn't see any criminal behaviour on MJ's part and believes MJ innocent of the abuse allegations. Well, that's not the song... read more
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