An emotional public memorial for the King of Pop has concluded in Los Angeles. The ceremony attended by thousands in the downtown Staples Center and watched by millions around the world had a spiritual tone punctuated by performances and remembrances. with the most poignant moment delivered by his 11-year-old daughter Paris.
"I just want to say ever since I was born, Daddy has been the best father you can ever imagine. And I just wanted to say I love him so much," Paris-Michael Jackson said before almost collapsing in the arms of her aunt Janet.
Janet made a surprise appearance yesterday evening at the BET Awards where she gave a short speech on behalf of the Jackson family thanking everyone for their support following the death of her brother Michael.
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"My entire family wanted to be here tonight, but it was just too painful, so they elected me to speak with all of you," she said from the stage. "I'm gonna keep it very short, but I'd just like to say that to you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family. He will forever live in all of our hearts. On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all of your love, thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much."
Below is a video of her performance, more pics in our gallery.
"In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times. We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now. So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide, you – who Michael loved so much. Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message, because that is what he would want you to do. Carry on, so his legacy will live forever."
In addition, Joseph Jackson wishes to personally convey: "My grandchildren are deeply moved by all the love and support you have shown for them and their father, Michael Jackson."
Michael Jackson passed away early this morning in Los Angeles after suffering a cardiac arrest.
Janet´s management released the following statement:
"Janet Jackson is grief stricken and devastated at the sudden loss of her brother. She is in pre-production for a movie and is flying immediately to California to be with her family."
All Janet-World.de users and friends expresses condolences to Michaels entire family.
Janet was guest at the launch of a new bag for the Make A Wish Foundation charity in collaboration with Prince Azim of Brunei at the MCM handbag boutique in London.
Online ticket service Viagogo listed Janet on their website. It says the 6th June 2009 as a possible date for the `RockWitch` Tour in England, UK. Please note that this is not confirmed by an official source.