Michael Jackson

According to Raymone K. Bain, Michael Jackson’s spokeswoman, the king of pop is "reviewing and evaluating" proposals for his future including several offers to perform in Las Vegas, the state where he reportedly resides.

"Mr. Jackson has been presented numerous proposals - proposals which he has not solicited, but were presented to him, several of which include performing in Las Vegas," Bain said in a press release. "Mr. Jackson is currently reviewing and evaluating each proposal. He does not believe that he is under any time constraint for making his decisions."

The release was issued to neutralize a number of false rumors, she stated, including one that Jackson has failed to find a Las Vegas casino for a show and another that he would appear on "American Idol."

"Mr. Jackson did not move to Las Vegas to shop a Vegas show," Bain said. "Mr. Jackson is in Las Vegas because he likes the city and found it a convenient location to record with the artists, songwriters and producers who are working with him in the studio."

"Mr. Jackson has no current plans to appear or perform on `American Idol,"' she said.

Jackson took up residence in Las Vegas a few months ago after traveling in Europe, living in the Middle Eastern kingdom of Bahrain and then moving to Ireland.

In other Jackson news, guest in Japan have paid $3,500 a pop to mingle with the singer at a party on Thursday March 8th, according to organizers. Jackson is also set to host a fan art contest for fans who cannot afford VIP tickets. Three winning artists, chosen by Jackson, will have brunch with the singer and have their picture taken together.

Promoters have yet to comment on how much Jackson will be paid for the appearance.