The city of Gary will mark the second anniversary of Michael Jackson's death with a memorial tribute today at his boyhood home.
The city of Gary will mark the second anniversary of Michael Jackson's death with a memorial tribute today at his boyhood home. "The world can expect a 'Tribute to Michael' every year in June in Gary, Indiana," Mayor Rudy Clay said in a press release. "The world is invited." Gary will honor its "favourite son" at the modest, one-level house at 2300 Jackson St. where the King of Pop lived before he and his family left Gary for California in 1969. The free-admission tribute is expected to include vendors selling summer fare such as ice cream. The outdoor event is likewise scheduled to roll out the music of Jackson, who died June 25, 2009, at age 50.
A candlelight vigil at dusk will conclude the tribute in Gary. Those participating in the vigil are being asked to bring their own candles. The Jackson salute will showcase Beautiful Soul, which features Gary talent, according to LaLosa Burns, mayoral press secretary and Gary's special events director. The city says Beautiful Soul is striving to be an integral part of the arts community in Gary, and has already performed in some major American cities. Burns also said local officials are set to speak, including Mayor Clay.
Rs 7,800 Price of a ticket for a helicopter ride over Michael Jackson's Neverland ranch at Santa Barbara
50 Number of copies (millions) of Thriller sold, making it the biggest selling album of all time
$500u00a0Jackson's total earnings (in millions) from music
13 Number of Grammy awards Michael Jackson won
$3.8 million Cost of making 'Scream', the most expensive video to date
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