The list of guests attending the King of Pop's memorial service on Tuesday, July 7 includes those expected to perform a tribute.
- July 7, 2009
AceShowbiz -
The number of people demanding for a ticket to Michael Jackson's memorial on Tuesday, July 7 is increasing, so is the list of celebrities making a tribute to him. Stars like Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Jennifer Hudson and Stevie Wonder will pay their final respect by attending the service and possibly performing.
A rep from the Jackson family has released some names that will participate in the monumental event but did not specify which will perform. However, Mariah is reportedly reprising her cover of Michael's song "I'll Be There" while, according to CNN, Jennifer is also expected to sing.
Those attending Michael's memorial are varied from Motown founder Berry Gordy to "Britain's Got Talent" finalist Shaheen Jafargholi. The latter impressed audience of the reality show with his cover of Jackson Five's "Who's Loving You". The guest list extends to Magic Johnson, Martin Luther King III, Lionel Richie, Rev. Al Sharpton, Brooke Shields, Usher, Bernice A. King and Andrae Crouch Choir.
The rep noted that the line-up is preliminary and is subject to change. The service will be held at the Staples Center, Los Angeles at 10 A.M. PST. Many TV networks such as CNN, FOX, NBC and E! will cover the event live.
