Michael Jackson (or his agents/collectors) used his "unrighteous riches" to get preferential treatment w/exquisite shops containing world artifacts, art objects, etc., on the LV strip to the extent security was involved and could not allow any pieces/items taken for approval -- per negative experience/history.
The 'entitled' have no conscience in family, business, etc. He resided in my community before his last residence in area and not sure of his privileges other than appearing ghost/masked when out walking. Haven't heard much about Prince other than when shopping (arrangements and rules set out) no one was allowed to 'look' at him or get close -- which is understandable.
I'm sure the good ole boys' Crooklyn club schmoozed the entertainers - deep pockets.