Millions of people from all across the globe will be finding some way to watch the King of Pop Michael Jackson’s funeral and memorial service that starts at 10am (PST) today Tuesday 7th July, with the memorial service taking place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Thousands of fans will be packed into the Center to pay their last respects to their idol and one of the greatest entertainers ever. But apart from the fans and family, many of Michael’s close friends and celebrities will be attendance at the memorial service.
According to Associated Press, it has been confirmed that Michael’s ex-wife and mother to his two eldest children Debbie Rowe will be attending. Amongst others that are attending are Kobe Bryant, Stevie Wonder, Usher, Brooke Shields, Rev. Al Sharpton and Jennifer Hudson.
According to Entertainment Weekly, Singer Mariah Carey will also be attending, as well as Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Berry Gordy, basketball player Magic Johnson, Bernice A. King, Martin Luther Ling lll and Shaheen Jafargholi.
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