TV giant backs down over Madonna concert 'crucifixion'

US broadcaster NBC has decided not to show pictures of Madonna mounting a crucifix when it shows a concert special with the pop star next month, backing away from a confrontation with religious groups.

Fri, 20 Oct, 2006 - 09:00

The concert, which lists Madonna as an executive producer, is due to be shown on November 22.

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