Michael Jackson’s family have finally spilled details on the what is fast becoming the most anticipated live tribute concert of all time, which will take place at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff on October 8.
According to the Herald Sun, ‘Michael Forever - The Tribute Concert’, which has been organised with the support of the pop icon’s mother Katherine, is tipped to have a monumental line up of mega-stars, who will honour the memory of the late King Of Pop.
“Michael gave his entire life to the world through his love, his music and his devotion to healing the planet. I am positive that this event will be an event great enough in scale, talent and imagination to form a worthy celebration of Michael's life,” said Katherine.
While no acts have been confirmed, a notice on the event's website promises "the world's greatest performing artists". The full official line up will be announced over the next 10 days and is expected to draw a sell out crowd of 70, 000.
But while fans are beyond excited for the star-studded tribute show, it seems like not everyone in the Jackson family is giving their support, with brothers Jermaine and Randy Jackson calling the concert “inappropriate and ill-timed” , according to The Guardian.
The Jackson 5 stars said in the statement they “want to make clear that this does not reflect the position of the entire family.”
"Today's press conference in Los Angeles announced a tribute concert to Michael to be attended and supported by the Jackson family,” they said.
“We find it impossible to support an event that is due to take place during the criminal trial surrounding Michael's death.
"In light of this, we feel it is inappropriate to be involved with such an ill-timed event and its promoter, Global Live.
"We feel that the most important tribute we can give to our brother at this time is to seek justice in his name."
Jury selection in the involuntary manslaughter trial of Dr Murray will begin on 8 September - the case is expected to last four to six weeks. Michael died at age 50 on 20 June, 2009 from a sedative overdose.
What do you think? Is the concert “ill timed”? Let us know by commenting below. Meanwhile, see why we’re still missing the King Of Pop in the video below…
According to the Herald Sun, ‘Michael Forever - The Tribute Concert’, which has been organised with the support of the pop icon’s mother Katherine, is tipped to have a monumental line up of mega-stars, who will honour the memory of the late King Of Pop.
“Michael gave his entire life to the world through his love, his music and his devotion to healing the planet. I am positive that this event will be an event great enough in scale, talent and imagination to form a worthy celebration of Michael's life,” said Katherine.
While no acts have been confirmed, a notice on the event's website promises "the world's greatest performing artists". The full official line up will be announced over the next 10 days and is expected to draw a sell out crowd of 70, 000.
But while fans are beyond excited for the star-studded tribute show, it seems like not everyone in the Jackson family is giving their support, with brothers Jermaine and Randy Jackson calling the concert “inappropriate and ill-timed” , according to The Guardian.
The Jackson 5 stars said in the statement they “want to make clear that this does not reflect the position of the entire family.”
"Today's press conference in Los Angeles announced a tribute concert to Michael to be attended and supported by the Jackson family,” they said.
“We find it impossible to support an event that is due to take place during the criminal trial surrounding Michael's death.
"In light of this, we feel it is inappropriate to be involved with such an ill-timed event and its promoter, Global Live.
"We feel that the most important tribute we can give to our brother at this time is to seek justice in his name."
Jury selection in the involuntary manslaughter trial of Dr Murray will begin on 8 September - the case is expected to last four to six weeks. Michael died at age 50 on 20 June, 2009 from a sedative overdose.
What do you think? Is the concert “ill timed”? Let us know by commenting below. Meanwhile, see why we’re still missing the King Of Pop in the video below…
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