Neverland Ranch
The famous wrought-iron gates of Jackson's 2,700-acre ranch near Santa Barbara, Calif., have been replaced by wooden doors, which will be closed for the memorial service. But just outside them — where more than 7,000 visitors have left flowers, balloons and teddy bears — mourners are expected to continue their vigil on July 7, 2009, and beyond.
The famous wrought-iron gates of Jackson's 2,700-acre ranch near Santa Barbara, Calif., have been replaced by wooden doors, which will be closed for the memorial service. But just outside them — where more than 7,000 visitors have left flowers, balloons and teddy bears — mourners are expected to continue their vigil on July 7, 2009, and beyond.
Gary, Ind.
Jackson was born and raised in this hard-luck town in a one-story home on 23rd and — wait for it — Jackson Street. He rarely looked back once he moved away at age 11. Nonetheless, Jackson is a great source of pride to Gary, and the ongoing celebration at the house reflects that. A memorial service is set for July 10, 2009, at the town's U.S. Steel Works ballpark.
Jackson was born and raised in this hard-luck town in a one-story home on 23rd and — wait for it — Jackson Street. He rarely looked back once he moved away at age 11. Nonetheless, Jackson is a great source of pride to Gary, and the ongoing celebration at the house reflects that. A memorial service is set for July 10, 2009, at the town's U.S. Steel Works ballpark.
The Apollo Theater
Jackson's appearance with his brothers at the famed Harlem theater in 1976 is credited with launching the Jackson 5's career, and the Apollo has taken the East Coast lead in remembering Jackson's life. Thousands of fans have signed a remembrance wall that has had to be replaced three times to allow more signatures.
Jackson's appearance with his brothers at the famed Harlem theater in 1976 is credited with launching the Jackson 5's career, and the Apollo has taken the East Coast lead in remembering Jackson's life. Thousands of fans have signed a remembrance wall that has had to be replaced three times to allow more signatures.
Jackson's Hollywood Star
The iconic star in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard is attracting its share of mourners after being temporarily covered by scaffolding in preparation for the Brüno premiere. Be sure to visit the singer's star, as opposed to that of the KABC radio personality by the same name.
The iconic star in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard is attracting its share of mourners after being temporarily covered by scaffolding in preparation for the Brüno premiere. Be sure to visit the singer's star, as opposed to that of the KABC radio personality by the same name.
Center for Great Apes
This 100-acre primate sanctuary in south-central Florida is closed to the public, but it houses some of the biggest names in the chimp entertainment world. None is more famous than Jackson's former sidekick Bubbles, who has lived at the center since 2005. Bubbles does not comprehend the death of his friend, so he will spend July 7, 2009, doing his usual routine, eating a vegetable lunch and perhaps lying in the sun.
This 100-acre primate sanctuary in south-central Florida is closed to the public, but it houses some of the biggest names in the chimp entertainment world. None is more famous than Jackson's former sidekick Bubbles, who has lived at the center since 2005. Bubbles does not comprehend the death of his friend, so he will spend July 7, 2009, doing his usual routine, eating a vegetable lunch and perhaps lying in the sun.
Lyric Theatre, London
Besides the O2 Arena (site of Jackson's ill-fated 50-date concert tour) and Trafalgar Square, British fans have centered their Jackson devotion on this Shaftesbury Avenue theater, which happened to be staging a Michael Jackson tribute show called "Thriller Live" when the singer died. It's now the only Jackson show in town.
Besides the O2 Arena (site of Jackson's ill-fated 50-date concert tour) and Trafalgar Square, British fans have centered their Jackson devotion on this Shaftesbury Avenue theater, which happened to be staging a Michael Jackson tribute show called "Thriller Live" when the singer died. It's now the only Jackson show in town.
imissyoumj.com
Multiple media outlets from CNN to CBS News will be streaming the Staples Center memorial online. Still hankering for a more permanent way to be part of history? For $25, you can upload a picture of yourself on ImissyouMJ.com to help create a mosaic memorial that will comprise more than 10,000 photos, forming the image of the white glove.
Multiple media outlets from CNN to CBS News will be streaming the Staples Center memorial online. Still hankering for a more permanent way to be part of history? For $25, you can upload a picture of yourself on ImissyouMJ.com to help create a mosaic memorial that will comprise more than 10,000 photos, forming the image of the white glove.
Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame
Jackson was twice inducted into Cleveland's hallowed halls, once as a member of the Jackson 5 and once as the King of Pop. The iconic red jacket he wore in the "Thriller" video is displayed in the "Legends of Rock" exhibit, while the Jackson memorial wall includes artifacts like his famous black penny loafers. The hall will hold a candlelight vigil in his memory the evening of July 7, 2009.
Jackson was twice inducted into Cleveland's hallowed halls, once as a member of the Jackson 5 and once as the King of Pop. The iconic red jacket he wore in the "Thriller" video is displayed in the "Legends of Rock" exhibit, while the Jackson memorial wall includes artifacts like his famous black penny loafers. The hall will hold a candlelight vigil in his memory the evening of July 7, 2009.
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