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Michael Jackson's Star-Studded Memorial

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Jun 25, 2015 3:51 PM
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Macaulay Culkin & Mila Kunis

The actor, who met Jackson back when he was the young star of Home Alone, attends the funeral with his then-longtime partner.


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Elizabeth Taylor

The actress and screen legend pays her respects to her longtime friend at the Staples Center in L.A.


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Brooke Shields

The actress and former rumored love interest of Jackson offers an eye-opening eulogy, admitting their relationship may have seemed strange— but to them, it was "very fun and very real."


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The Kardashians

Khloé, Kim, Kourtney and Kris Jenner honor the star as well as his famous family.


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Usher

The R&B star gets choked up as he sings "Gone Too Soon" to the late entertainer.


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Joel Madden, Nicole Richie & Lionel Richie

Tragedies such as Michael Jackson's death remind us to hold our families near and dear. Celebrity families are no exception.


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Mariah Carey & Trey Lorenz

Standing before Michael's casket, the pair provide the first performance of the memorial event, a dazzling duet of his track "I'll Be There."


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Chris Brown

The "Loyal" singer, oft compared to Jackson, wishes fans and family members peace.


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Queen Latifah

The singer-actress reads a piece by Maya Angelou written especially for the occasion.


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Janet Jackson

Michael's famous little sister takes her seat for the memorial service at the Staples Center.


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John Mayer

The star takes a break from Twitter to play his guitar on a nearly instrumental version of "Human Nature"—backup singers perform only the chorus.


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Jennifer Hudson

The Oscar winner belts Jackson's hit "Will You Be There" from the Free Willy soundtrack.


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Kobe Bryant & Magic Johnson

Jackson, who loved the L.A. Lakers, is honored by the team's star players. Johnson, who appeared in the video for "Remember the Time," shares his memory of splitting a bucket of fried chicken with the star.


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Chris Tucker

The Rush Hour star is among the many famous faces who come out to mourn.


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Janet, Randy, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine & Marlon Jackson

Six of the singer's siblings sit together at the funeral.


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Stevie Wonder

The singer shares his memories of spending time with Michael Jackson before giving a memorable performance of his own.


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Mickey Rooney

Elizabeth Taylor may have opted out of attending the big public gathering, but the golden age of Hollywood was still well-represented.


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Quincy Jones

The legendary producer, who helped Jackson craft his groundbreaking Off the Wall and Thriller albums, is among the mourners.


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Corey & Susie Feldman

The '80s-era teen star and his wife arrive to pay their respects.

 


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Katherine & Joe Jackson

The parents bear up under the strain and pain of having to bury one of their children.


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Janet, Prince Michael, Blanket & Paris Jackson

Flanked by her aunt and brothers Prince Michael and Blanket, Paris Jackson's farewell to her father is arguably the biggest tearjerker of the already emotional event.


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LaToya Jackson

The King of Pop's sister arrives at Forest Lawn Memorial Park for the funeral.


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Elizabeth Taylor

The 77-year-old screen icon and longtime Jackson pal maintains a low profile upon arriving for the funeral. 


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LaToya Jackson

M.J.'s sister released a tribute to her brother and donated proceeds from the downloads to an AIDS charity.


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