Nobel for MJ?

Fans of Michael Jackson have launched an internet campaign to have the late pop star nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Two online petitions have already collected more than 12,000 signatures in support of nominating the singer, who died on June 25, for one of the world's most prestigious awards.

"Michael's message for humankind has always been rooted in compassion, and kindness.
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He has succeeded a lifelong dedication to the well being of humanity," one of the petitions said.

The fans explain that Jackson should be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for devoting his life to "helping others in their darkest time of need".

"It would be nearly impossible to count the multiple hundreds of millions of dollars Michael has donated to charity," reads one of the petitions.