Michael Jackson memorial draws huge crowd

Michael Jackson
Singer Michael Jackson performs on stage in 1997 in Germany.
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The memorial service for Michael Jackson is being broadcast live around the world, and the 20,000-seat arena is expected to be packed. Participants include an all-star cast from the music world, headlined by Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Berry Gordy and Queen Latifah.

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