Robert Stacy McCain on the MJ memorial....

I can sure appreciate what he's saying, but on the other hand a whole bunch of folks got to see a terrific show for free. Can't beat that puppy with a stick, doncha know!

Michael Jackson Memorial

I've never been a big Michael Jackson fan. In particular, I never thought his making the act of grabbing one's crotch in public acceptable was not one of his biggest contributions to the forward thrust of civilization. It always reminded me of a little boy who was just becoming potty trained running to his Mom when nature was calling, which is really who MJ really was - an emotional child.

But guess what? If 18K folks want to get together and have a big public memorial service at the Staples Center - well, so be it.

Was Jackson creepy? You bet he was. He led a sad and pathetic life and the world wide attention says a lot about who we have become as a society. But so far, the service is surprisingly respectful and orderly. But I also think the family should be billed for the millions that have been shelled out by the tax payers of a bankrupt state.

In the meantime - the guy is dead. Let whatever happens now be between Michael and God.