Today was Michael Jacksons public memorial service at LA Staple Center for his sudden death on June 25, 2009.
His casket encased in 24k gold was certainly appropriate for this flashy entertaining star of the world. I cannot remember
being so moved and emotional for such a public figure. Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Usher, John Mayer, The son & daughter of MLK Jr., Brook Sheilds, Queen Latifa, Rev. Al Sharpton, congress woman from TX, Kobe Bryant & Magic Johnson, President of Motown records, Jermaine Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, Jennifer Hudson and members of his last tour "This Is It" all paid tribute for his legendary life. His gift of talent, giving, hard work, supporting movements for a better world and kindness were all expressed along with his contribution for paving the way for African Americans and helping to enable the possibility for us to have the black president we have today. Elizabeth Taylor and Diana Ross were some of his closest friends but could not be there. His brothers all wore sequenced white gloves and his children; Prince, Paris & Blanket were all there (about 12, 10 & 5 years of age). Janet did not speak nor did Latoya. Several of his hits were played including his co-written song "we are the world" in 1985. It was mentioned his favorite song was "Smile" in Charley Chaplins movie "In Modern Times"
Michael Jackson-King of Pop was amazing and made me think who has been more entertaining in our time. I could not think of anyone who could compare. Of course we will miss his greatness.
