Michael Jackson Finally Laid to Rest

Blue Moon
A nearly full moon colored by smoke from the Los Angeles area Station Fire rises over buildings at Forest Lawn Memorial Park while the private funeral of Michael Jackson took place. A statement from the Jackson family said the pop star's casket was interred at 2143 local time (0243 ET). "The Jackson family wishes to once again thank all of Michael's fans around the world for their generous outpouring of support during this terribly difficult time," the statement read.

On Their Own
Prince Michael Jackson, far right, and Joe Jackson, left, depart their father's funeral service. Jackson had shielded his three children from the media's glare for most of their lives.

 

A Last Goodbye
In this handout photo provided by Harrison Funk/The Jackson Family, Rev. Al Sharpton speaks at Jackson's service held at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Grieving Parents
Katherine and Joe Jackson at their son's service. Katherine was awarded full, permanent custody of Jackson's three children in July.

The Siblings
From left to right, Janet Jackson, Randy Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson and Marlon Jackson attend their brother's service.

A Star-Studded Salute
Actress Elizabeth Taylor, who was friends with Jackson for more than 20 years, attended the private service, along with several celebrities including Macaulay Culkin, Jackson's ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley and Chris Tucker.

The Remaining Four
In this handout photo provided by Harrison Funk/The Jackson Family, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Randy Jackson are seen attending their late brother's service.

The Other Jackson Sister
La Toya Jackson arrives at her brother's service. In July, La Toya released a long-delayed single in memory of her brother, all proceeds from which she said would go to charity.

Entourage
The 31-car Jackson family funeral procession drives up the hill toward the service.

A Family Affair
A police officer awaits the arrival of the Jackson family for the sunset burial, which was limited to family and close friends.

Gone Too Soon
Michael Jackson fans hold a large sign on Glendale Blvd and Los Feliz just outside Forest Lawn Memorial Park while the private funeral was taking place, more than two months after the 50-year-old performer's death.

A Moving Tribute
Valeska Viegas, left, and brother Angel Viegas dance to Jackson's music on the street near Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California, where the pop icon was to be interred on the evening of Sept. 3.

Devoted Fan
With a Michael Jackson tattoo on her back, Svenja Maniak from Berlin, Germany, holds flowers while waiting outside the Jackson family home in Encino, Los Angeles, on Sept. 3, 2009. Jackson died at UCLA Medical Center after going into cardiac arrest after overdosing on a powerful sedative at his rented home on June 25, 2009 in Los Ang

Michael Jackson Final funeral

Michael Jackson's casket rests during the funeral service held at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California September 3, 2009. Jackson was buried on Thursday, more than two months after he died of a drug overdose, marking the last stop for a superstar who spent most of his 50 years in the public gaze. The Jackson Family sit together, with left-right: Janet Jackson, Randy Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson and Marlon Jackson attend Michael Jackson's funeral service held at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Calif. Michael Jackson, his gold coffin topped by a bejeweled crown placed there by his children, was laid to rest Thursday night at a funeral more than two months after his death.  Security guards and police stand outside Villa Sorriso restaurant shortly before guests arrive at a funeral reception for singer Michael Jackson in Pasadena, California on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009. In this handout photo provided by Harrison Funk/The Jackson Family, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Randy Jackson attend Michael Jackson's funeral service held at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Sept. 3, 2009 in Glendale, Calif. Jackson, 50, died at UCLA Medical Center after going into cardiac arrest at his rented home on June 25, 2009 in Los Angeles, Calif. Scene at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Calif., on Thursday Sept. 3, 2009. Michael Jackson is scheduled to be interred in the Great Mausoleum, where he will be joining Hollywood legends such as Clark Gable, Jean Harlow and W.C. Fields. The hearse carrying Michael Jacksons body drives up the hill during Michael Jackson's funeral service at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park on September 3, 2009 in Glendale, California. Members of the news media wait for guests to arrive at the funeral reception for singer Michael Jackson in Pasadena, California. Prince Michael Jackson (far R) and Joe Jackson (L) depart Michael Jackson's funeral service held at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park on September 3, 2009 in Glendale, California.

Michael's Meccas: Places to Honor Jackson's Memory

Tickets to Michael Jackson's Staples Center memorial in L.A. are gone, and fans without them are wondering where to say a special goodbye. From East Coast to West, these places either are part of the Jackson legend or had a hold on his heart

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Michael Jackson gallary

Breaking News
Two big screens show the news of the death of pop singer Michael Jackson at a shopping district in Hong Kong

A Public Tribute
A man listens to a Michael Jackson album in front of a special section in memory of the late superstar at a Tower Records Japan store in Tokyo.

The Man in the Painting
An Indonesian painter puts out a painting of the late U.S. pop star Michael Jackson in front of his booth for sale on the street in Jakarta.

Michael Jackson at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Shanghai

The King of Pop
Visitors look at a wax figure of Michael Jackson at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Shanghai.

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Light of Her Life
A fan, Lili Nour, mourns outside Michael Jackson's family home in Encino, California. Jackson reportedly died from cardiac arrest. He was 50.

Outpouring of Grief
Fans weep and console each other outside the UCLA Medical Center. Hundreds gathered once news spread that Michael Jackson had passed away on Thursday.

Never Forgotten
Mourners pray outside Michael Jackson's boyhood home in Gary, Indiana. His brother Jermaine said: "May Allah be with you Michael, always. Love you."

From Russia With Love
Pictures, toys and flowers are placed as tributes to the late entertainer outside the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, Russia. Jackson's death quickly became the most-discussed item on yandex.ru, the country's most popular web portal. Jackson was extremely popular in Russia with his 1993 Moscow concert sparking near-hysteria among the fans.

Japan
Fans pay tribute Jackson at a candlelight memorial in Tokyo.

The Philippines
The prisoners of the Cebu city jail reprise the "Thriller" dance that made them famous on Youtube.

France
Fans pay tribute to the late pop star near Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

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Poland
A woman cries as she remembers Michael Jackson during a memorial gathering in Warsaw.

Mexico
Mourners stand by photos of Michael during a daytime vigil in Mexico City.

Los Angeles
A memorial features Jackson's trademark glove outside the UCLA Medical Center, where he passed away.

Out With the Tide
Sand sculptures of Michael Jackson, a guitar and his fedora hat, made by Sudarshan Pattnaik, stand on the beach at Puri, India.

Star
Mourners put flowers on Michael Jackson's star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, California.

Far East
Chinese fans of Michael Jackson take part in a candle light memorial to commemorate him in Beijing, China.

Contemplation
Girls attend a memorial in Karachi, Pakistan.

Eastern Europe
A fan lights a candle in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Floral Tribute
Michael Jackson fans Courtney Wettach (L) and Hannah Hicok carry flowers towards the front gate of the Neverland ranch in Los Olivos, California. Neverland was named for the fantasy island in Peter Pan, the story of a boy who never grew up.

A Star is Gone
Fans gather around Jackson's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, early Friday morning, following the news of his death. Jackson has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame: one for himself and one as part of the Jackson Five.

Love Always
A tribute to Michael Jackson lies on the ground outside the O2 Arena in London. This was meant to be the site of Jackson's 50-date comeback tour, which was scheduled to start in July.

Together in Spirit 
More of Jackson's fans congregate outside the gates of Neverland.