America: Starting with the acquisition of MGM.

Chapter 107 105. People who go up the mountain should not laugh at the God who comes down the mountain!

Los Angeles, in front of Double Star Entertainment.

A dozen reporters were surrounding Eric in the center.

Since the Michael Jackson incident broke out, although there are some celebrities who have supported his character, there are not many, and the celebrity position is too small to have much influence.

Among these people, the most influential one is the real estate businessman Chuan Bao. No one knows how Michael met Chuan Bao, but he has always stood firmly on MJ's side.

Since not many people were willing to express their opinions, many people questioned Michael's character.

Think about how few people can speak to you in times of crisis. Doesn’t that prove that you have no friends?

Why do you have no friends? Of course it's because of your poor character.

It’s just that many people don’t know that the entertainment industry is like this.

Even though Michael Jackson is no longer at his peak, there are still too many people who are jealous of his past achievements. These people may be passers-by who don’t know Michael, they may be his friends who he considers themselves, or they may be trash who want to use his fame to promote themselves. .

For example, Eminem is such a person. In order to boost album sales, he directly released a song and made a MV to satirize Michael to promote himself.

Even if he later apologized under pressure, it was just a tepid statement. If he was really sincere, he should have taken the song off the shelves.

The sword-inserting sect, which the Chinese people are more familiar with, most likely uses the same method.

Back at the scene, after being beaten out by Eric, the Independent reporter could only shut up.

But others have given up. They have always been the ones to block celebrities and force public figures. When will it be the turn of these public figures to teach the media a lesson?

This is outrageous! He must be told what it means to be an uncrowned king!

A reporter from the San Francisco Entertainment News asked: "Mr. Cooper, you are so sure of Michael Jackson's character. Are you familiar with him?"

"No, we have never met, I have only seen him from songs and TV."

"So, you just look at Michael from the perspective of a fan. It seems that his status must be very high in your heart."

Eric nodded: "Yes, Michael is the king of pop music. His songs are sung all over the world. His album sales are number one in the world. He has stood at the pinnacle of music and is the god of pop music. This There is no doubt about it!”

As soon as they finished speaking, the Olsen sisters secretly said something was wrong, while the paparazzi were overjoyed.

We haven't dug a hole for you yet, but you dug one for yourself first.

You dare to say such absolute words, don’t you know that such words are the most likely to attract trouble? Not only will he bring trouble to himself, he will also bring trouble to Michael Jackson. Fans will pay for their behavior and idols will pay for it.

This is not the 90s. The new generation of listeners has more sophisticated tastes and many new singers have emerged. The public does not like such rhetoric.

"God of pop music, Mr. Cooper, do you praise Michael Jackson too highly? Then how do you evaluate singers such as Westlife, Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Celine Dion, and Eminem? They are in your Isn’t it even worth mentioning in your eyes?”

Eric pointed at the other party with a cold face: "Mr. Reporter, I told you not to be instructive or biased, because you are representatives of the media, and the media is the mouthpiece of fairness and justice, not a weapon to stir up trouble."

"I can express my opinions at will because I am just an ordinary person, but the attitude of the media must be objective. Have you forgotten?"

The corner of the other party's eyes twitched, and he couldn't help but curse in his heart, why the hell can he be blamed more than us, but he is so criticized that no one can refute.

"Mr. Cooper, you are right, but please answer this question head on."

Eric nodded: "These people you mentioned are also excellent singers, and I also like some of them. I also like to listen to "My Heart Will Go On" and I also like to listen to "If I Let You Go." "

"But what I want to say is that maybe the new generation of young people prefer Britney, Avril Lavigne, and Eminem. Maybe Michael's music style is beginning to be separated from the times, but no matter who it is, they must admit that they The results achieved are not as good as Michael Jackson’s.”

"Those who go up the mountain should not laugh at the gods who come down!"

“Is it so difficult to learn to respect and appreciate others’ excellence?”

The sentence "People who go up the mountain should not laugh at the God who comes down the mountain" instantly killed the question. The reporter from the San Francisco Entertainment News opened his mouth, but didn't know how to continue.

Eric's answer was very appropriate. He did not avoid the fact that Michael is on the decline now, and also expressed his appreciation for the new generation of singers who are charging towards the peak of music.

The two colleagues were defeated, and Eric's speaking skills also impressed the paparazzi.

They came here to discredit Jackson, but this interview turned into a whitewash, which was a bit deviating from the original intention.

A reporter from the New York Times stood up: "Mr. Cooper, what we are discussing is Michael Jackson's character, not his works."

"No one can deny his career success, but no matter how successful his career is, it cannot prove a person's character. After all, character can be hidden and invisible, so we reporters need to dig out it, right? "

The Olsen sisters looked at Eric's back. If they had spoken just now, they would be the ones facing the paparazzi's censure now. Can they be as unafraid of words as Eric?

"Hmm."

Faced with this question, Eric snorted a few times as if mockingly.

"Mr. Reporter, first of all, I admit that the second half of your sentence is right. There are many things that reporters really need to dig out. I also respect those outstanding reporters who dare to expose the truth, especially investigative reporters. I have always believed that they are responsible for The conscience of society.”

"For example, Woodward and Bernstein, they dared to expose the Watergate scandal, were not afraid of the president's threats, and brought down Nixon. Their attention made the abuse of power fearful."

"For example, Seymour Hersh, who dared to go deep into Vietnam to reveal the truth about the My Lai Massacre, so that Americans can truly understand what our troops did in Vietnam."

"I respect these outstanding journalists and hope every journalist can become like them."

Having said this, he glanced at the paparazzi present. Even though the paparazzi were thick-skinned enough, they all frowned.

In comparison, why some people are called reporters and others are called paparazzi? The reason is not whether you hold the microphone, but what you do with the microphone.

Eric continued: "But I don't agree with the first half of your sentence, because I think character can be shown from a person's words and deeds."

"If you don't just care about gossip, but learn about the charity MJ has done, you will understand what kind of person he is."

"A person who has spent more than 20 years and half of his life practicing his charity ideas, I absolutely do not believe that he is a pedophile."

"And he is the only artist to have been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. These things are enough to prove everything."

As he spoke, Eric suddenly took a step forward, and the paparazzi subconsciously stepped back. At this moment, he and these paparazzi were very close.

Just when the paparazzi were speculating about what Eric wanted to do, he said in a calm tone: "You have asked so many questions, so let me also ask a question. Is it because of racial discrimination that you desperately slander MJ? "

"Is it because Michael is a black man and he has done things that white people have not done? Does his excellence make some white people feel uncomfortable?"

boom!

Like a thunderbolt, no one dared to answer Eric's question. The issue of race has always been the most sensitive one in American society. If you use just one wrong word, you'll be labeled a racist, which is a lot of fun.

The noisy scene suddenly became silent, and Eric smiled: "You don't have to answer, I'm not asking you this question."

After saying this, he waved to the three Olsen sisters, got into the car and drove away.

Looking at his back as he left gracefully, Mary suddenly felt a surge of emotion in her heart: "This guy is quite handsome today."

"You think so too?" Ashley chuckled.

"Eric has always been handsome!" Elizabeth clenched her little fists in excitement.

The car was driving fast, and Chen Xing got on the passenger seat. After hesitating for a moment, he asked: "Boss, do you need to do some public relations in advance? I'm afraid your remarks just now will bring criticism."

Eric closed his eyes and calmed down. After hesitating for a moment, he said softly: "It's not necessary, and it won't help with public relations. MJ's matter is not a problem of one or two paparazzi, or one or two newspapers, but a problem that the entire society is involved in."

"How do you do public relations in this situation? Who are you going to publicize? Is it useful to do public relations with just a few media outlets?"

"Just remember to back up the video. If their reports are taken out of context, release the video."

"Okay, I know."

As for speaking for MJ, it was done, and Eric has no regrets.

As for whether it will bring trouble to myself and MGM.

It is foreseeable that there will definitely be trouble, such as insulting myself, boycotting MGM movies, etc.

But he believes that there will be more people on the side of justice, especially now that Michael has the advantage and the broadcast of two documentaries has proven his innocence.

Even if there are still extremists and fools who continue to smear it, so what?

Has Sichuan Bao been affected? No matter what happened, the business grew bigger and bigger, and he later became the president.

Or simply get vaccinated in advance. Others don't know the outcome of the matter, but Eric knows it too well. It's not difficult to use some means to turn this matter over.

At that time, you can also establish a good reputation for yourself as a righteous person and speak out for justice, and ensure that the merchandise and box office sales will explode.

Night, Beverly Hills, Cooper's house.

"Don't worry Nicole, everything will be fine."

"What? No, don't be like this. Don't speak out. Don't get involved in this turmoil. Don't worry, dear, those guys can't hurt me."

After hanging up the phone, Eric sighed. The interview in the morning began to ferment in the afternoon and has reached the ears of many people who care about him.

Gadot, Little Meanie, The British Trio, Patty, Nicole and others all called.

But Eric resisted their attempts to express support.

"Transformers" hasn't been released yet. Gadot and the others can only be regarded as newcomers, and their influence is too weak.

And they have nothing to do with McQueen. Speaking out at this time will give people the feeling of being a hot topic, which is not only useless but harmful.

Nicole's influence is naturally great, but the problem is that she and MJ don't know each other, and Eric doesn't want to involve his woman.

After going downstairs, my father opened the door and went home. He took off his coat and handed it to the nanny.

Then there was a helpless sigh: "Eric, are you familiar with Michael Jackson?"

"I don't know him, I just admire him, and I just don't think good people should have guns pointed at them."

My mother brought out the freshly stewed food from the kitchen and asked strangely: "What are you talking about? Another school shooting occurred?"

Eric briefly explained the matter, and his mother was angry and helpless.

"Those who spread rumors will be punished by the Lord and sent to hell!"

Then he looked at his father: "Xia Li, you shouldn't blame Eric. He did the right thing. As parents, we should support him."

Being attacked from both sides, Dad shook his head slightly: "Okay, okay, Eric can do whatever he wants. Just pamper him."

My mother picked up the spoon and tapped it gently on the back of my father's bread-grabbing hand: "Justice should be served by someone. Don't mock those who dare to stand up because of your own cowardice."

"Charlie, you haven't been to church with me for a long, long time. You must listen to the Lord's teachings with me this week."

Hearing this, my father's face turned bitter: "Actually, I have already made an appointment with someone to play golf. The time has been set and it is not convenient to change it. God also teaches us not to deceive others, right?"

His mother glared at him: "You can't play for two days, right? Saturday or Sunday. I'll only book the morning of one of them, okay?"

Eric and the little nanny Lisa covered their mouths and snickered, and the father sighed again: "Okay, then let's listen to the pastor's sermon on Saturday morning."

"It's God's teaching!"

"Okay, okay, God's teachings."

After eating, Eric sat on the sofa and watched HBO. On the screen was a replay of the second episode of "The Walking Dead."

The result was as expected. Due to the high reputation of the first episode, the second episode of "The Walking Dead" hit a new high in viewership, directly surpassing the 1120 million mark. million subscribers were online at the same time, breaking the record of "Band of Brothers". Record.

Everyone at HBO is crazy happy, and it’s no excuse for dad to play golf, just with Zach Thomas.

"Eric, your number."

Behind him, the little nanny Lisa handed over her mobile phone.

Eric took it and looked at it. It was an unfamiliar number.

The unknown phone call at this time was most likely from a tabloid reporter who somehow got his phone number and wanted to conduct a surprise interview.

I hung up immediately and a text message was sent.

"Hello Mr. Cooper, I'm Michael Jackson. I'm sorry to bother you. I just want to express my gratitude!"

(End of this chapter)