The controversy behind the decision to cast Caucasian actor Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson continues on.

Legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor, who died today at the age 79, was an extremely close friend of the late Michael Jackson.  Their friendship spanned decades and she was one of Jackson’s most ardent supporters during the last years of his life.

Elizabeth Taylor, the legendary actress, has died at age 79. The news was reported by ABC’s Good Morning America.