Jackson Memorial

Jul 07, 2009, 14:07 PM IST
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Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Michael Katherine (C) is comforted by family members at a memorial service for music legend, Michael Jackson.

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Michael Katherine (C) is comforted by family members at a memorial service for music legend, Michael Jackson.

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Family members gather around Paris Katherine Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson, during a memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Family members gather around Paris Katherine Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson, during a memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

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Michael Jackson's daughter Paris cries as she speaks at the memorial service for her father at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris cries as she speaks at the memorial service for her father at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

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This photo provided by the MJ Memorial shows, from left to right, Rebbie Jackson, Janet Jackson, Randy Jackson, Tito Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Jermaine Jackson.

This photo provided by the MJ Memorial shows, from left to right, Rebbie Jackson, Janet Jackson, Randy Jackson, Tito Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Jermaine Jackson.

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Michael Jackson fans watch his memorial broadcast live from Los Angeles on a TV screen.

Michael Jackson fans watch his memorial broadcast live from Los Angeles on a TV screen.

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Fans are seen outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

Fans are seen outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

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Janet Jackson, center, comforts her niece Paris Jackson as LaToya Jackson, left, and Prince Michael look on at the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

Janet Jackson, center, comforts her niece Paris Jackson as LaToya Jackson, left, and Prince Michael look on at the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Janet Jackson, left, and LaToya Jackson, back right, comfort their nephew and niece, Michael Jackson II, front left, and Paris.

Janet Jackson, left, and LaToya Jackson, back right, comfort their nephew and niece, Michael Jackson II, front left, and Paris.

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Michael Jackson II, left, and his sister Paris hold hands at the memorial service for their father music legend Michael Jackson.

Michael Jackson II, left, and his sister Paris hold hands at the memorial service for their father music legend Michael Jackson.

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Michael Jackson's siblings, from left, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Randy Jackson, partially obscured, Janet Jackson, LaToya Jackson and children Paris and Prince M Jackson.

Michael Jackson's siblings, from left, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Randy Jackson, partially obscured, Janet Jackson, LaToya Jackson and children Paris and Prince M Jackson.

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Jesse Jackson, center, is seen at the conclusion of the public memorial service for Michael Jackson .

Jesse Jackson, center, is seen at the conclusion of the public memorial service for Michael Jackson .

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Candice Hurd-Beltran of Los Angeles cries during viewing of the Michael Jackson Memorial telecast.

Candice Hurd-Beltran of Los Angeles cries during viewing of the Michael Jackson Memorial telecast.

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This photo, provided by the MJ Memorial, Michael Jackson's casket is brought out during public memorial service.

This photo, provided by the MJ Memorial, Michael Jackson's casket is brought out during public memorial service.

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Unidentified fans watch a memorial service for Michael Jackson through a restaurant window.

Unidentified fans watch a memorial service for Michael Jackson through a restaurant window.

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The Jackson family embraces on stage at the memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center .

The Jackson family embraces on stage at the memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center .

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Images of Michael Jackson are seen during a live broadcast of his memorial service at a restaurant.

Images of Michael Jackson are seen during a live broadcast of his memorial service at a restaurant.

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Fans are seen outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

Fans are seen outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

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Inga Schuenemann, 27, of Riverside, Calif., bottom center, is seen with other fans outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson.

Inga Schuenemann, 27, of Riverside, Calif., bottom center, is seen with other fans outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Life long Michael Jackson fan Monique Cooper of Los Angeles, reacts while watching the Michael Jackson Memorial global telecast

Life long Michael Jackson fan Monique Cooper of Los Angeles, reacts while watching the Michael Jackson Memorial global telecast

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Fans gather outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

Fans gather outside the public memorial service for Michael Jackson on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Los Angeles.

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From left, Brooke Shields, Janet Jackson, Prince Michael Jackson II, La Toya Jackson, center, and Paris Jackson sing during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

From left, Brooke Shields, Janet Jackson, Prince Michael Jackson II, La Toya Jackson, center, and Paris Jackson sing during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Singer Usher hugs LaToya Jackson at the Michael Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center .

Singer Usher hugs LaToya Jackson at the Michael Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center .

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A Michael Jackson fan holding a program attends the Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center.

A Michael Jackson fan holding a program attends the Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center.

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Michael Jackson's casket is brought out during the Jackson public memorial service.

Michael Jackson's casket is brought out during the Jackson public memorial service.

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Mariah Carey performs performs at the Michael Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center.

Mariah Carey performs performs at the Michael Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center.

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Jackson brothers, from left, Tito Jackson, Randy Jackson and Jackie Jackson serve as Pall Bearers at the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

Jackson brothers, from left, Tito Jackson, Randy Jackson and Jackie Jackson serve as Pall Bearers at the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Singer Janet Jackson, left, Paris Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Prince Michael I on stage during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

Singer Janet Jackson, left, Paris Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Prince Michael I on stage during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Singer Janet Jackson, left, Paris Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Prince Michael I on stage during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

Singer Janet Jackson, left, Paris Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Prince Michael I on stage during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

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Mariah Carey, left, and Trey Lorenz, sing under an image of Michael Jackson during the memorial service at the Staples Center, Tuesday, July 7, 2009 in Los Angeles.

Mariah Carey, left, and Trey Lorenz, sing under an image of Michael Jackson during the memorial service at the Staples Center, Tuesday, July 7, 2009 in Los Angeles.

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Queen Latifah speaks during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

Queen Latifah speaks during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

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Singers Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz perform during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

Singers Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz perform during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

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Producer Berry Gordy speaks during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

Producer Berry Gordy speaks during the memorial service for Michael Jackson

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A rose covered coffin holding the remains of Michael Jackson rests in the front of stage during memorial service at the Staples Center

A rose covered coffin holding the remains of Michael Jackson rests in the front of stage during memorial service at the Staples Center

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The Reverend Jesse Jackson arrives at the Michael Jackson memorial at the Staples Center

The Reverend Jesse Jackson arrives at the Michael Jackson memorial at the Staples Center

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Martin Luther King III, left, and actress Brooke Shields attend the public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center

Martin Luther King III, left, and actress Brooke Shields attend the public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center

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Musician Usher, left, entertainment executive Suzanne de Passe and Earvin

Musician Usher, left, entertainment executive Suzanne de Passe and Earvin "Magic" Johnson, right, attend the public memorial for Michael Jackson

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Wesley Snipes attends the public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center

Wesley Snipes attends the public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center

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Usher, left, and Earvin

Usher, left, and Earvin "Magic" Johnson attend the public memorial for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center

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Michael Jackson fans watch the arrival of the motorcade including the hearse carrying Jackson in front of the Staples Center

Michael Jackson fans watch the arrival of the motorcade including the hearse carrying Jackson in front of the Staples Center

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The body of Michael Jackson arrives at a memorial service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles July 7, 2009. Michael Jackson's family and close friends held a private service at a Los Angeles cemetery

The body of Michael Jackson arrives at a memorial service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles July 7, 2009. Michael Jackson's family and close friends held a private service at a Los Angeles cemetery

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A hearse carrying what appears to be a casket covered with flowers leaves Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Memorial Park in Los Angeles

A hearse carrying what appears to be a casket covered with flowers leaves Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Memorial Park in Los Angeles

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A hearse carrying Michael Jackson''s casket departs Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles en route the Staples Center

A hearse carrying Michael Jackson''s casket departs Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles en route the Staples Center

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Lighting technicians and stage hands set up before the start of pop star Michael Jackson's memorial service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles

Lighting technicians and stage hands set up before the start of pop star Michael Jackson's memorial service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles

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A hearse, part of a long convoy of cars, leaves Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

A hearse, part of a long convoy of cars, leaves Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

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Guests look through programs before the memorial service for Michael Jackson at Staples Center in Los Angeles

Guests look through programs before the memorial service for Michael Jackson at Staples Center in Los Angeles

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One of the vehicles in the motorcade for Michael Jackson arrives at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

One of the vehicles in the motorcade for Michael Jackson arrives at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

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A young fan looks on as a motorcade prepares to leave the Jackson family home in the Encino area of Los Angeles

A young fan looks on as a motorcade prepares to leave the Jackson family home in the Encino area of Los Angeles

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Fans are reflected in the mirrored sunglasses of Michael Jackson fan Thierry Marceau, from Montreal,, outside of the Staples Center where the memorial for late pop star Michael Jackson

Fans are reflected in the mirrored sunglasses of Michael Jackson fan Thierry Marceau, from Montreal,, outside of the Staples Center where the memorial for late pop star Michael Jackson

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A motorcade leaves the late pop star Michael Jacksons' family home in the Encino neighborhod of Los Angeles

A motorcade leaves the late pop star Michael Jacksons' family home in the Encino neighborhod of Los Angeles

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Mourners gather at a memorial service for the late pop star Michael Jackson at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

Mourners gather at a memorial service for the late pop star Michael Jackson at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles

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California Highway Patrol officers drive in front of the Jackson family home as the family prepares to leave in the Encino area of Los Angeles

California Highway Patrol officers drive in front of the Jackson family home as the family prepares to leave in the Encino area of Los Angeles

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The Jackson family motorcade arrives at the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries

The Jackson family motorcade arrives at the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries

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The Jackson family motorcade arrives at the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries

The Jackson family motorcade arrives at the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries

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Los Angeles Police Department vehicles start to gather near the front entrance of Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Police Department vehicles start to gather near the front entrance of Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles

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La Toya Jackson arrives at the Jackson family home in the Encino area of Los Angeles

La Toya Jackson arrives at the Jackson family home in the Encino area of Los Angeles

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Joe Jackson is in the lead car as family and friends depart the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles Tuesday, July 7, 2009. A memorial for Michael Jackson is planned at the Staples

Joe Jackson is in the lead car as family and friends depart the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles Tuesday, July 7, 2009. A memorial for Michael Jackson is planned at the Staples

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A placard and rose are seen following a commemorative gathering for late U.S. singer Michael Jackson, in front of a church in Frankfurt, central Germany

A placard and rose are seen following a commemorative gathering for late U.S. singer Michael Jackson, in front of a church in Frankfurt, central Germany

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Michael Jackson's father Joe Jackson rides in the lead car as family and friends depart the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

Michael Jackson's father Joe Jackson rides in the lead car as family and friends depart the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

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A heart from Michael Jackson's fans is seen at Alexander Platz square in Berlin

A heart from Michael Jackson's fans is seen at Alexander Platz square in Berlin

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A Michael Jackson fan looks at a collection of buttons sold by a vendor outside the gates of the late pop star's former residence, Neverland Ranch

A Michael Jackson fan looks at a collection of buttons sold by a vendor outside the gates of the late pop star's former residence, Neverland Ranch

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Fans gather in a gated area near the front entrance of Forest Lawn cemetery in the Hollywood Hills section of Los Angeles

Fans gather in a gated area near the front entrance of Forest Lawn cemetery in the Hollywood Hills section of Los Angeles

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Ariel Aguire of Covina, Calif., shows-off his ticket and wristband he picked up earlier in the day from Dodger Stadium for the Michael Jackson memorial service, while visiting Forest Lawn Hollywood Hi

Ariel Aguire of Covina, Calif., shows-off his ticket and wristband he picked up earlier in the day from Dodger Stadium for the Michael Jackson memorial service, while visiting Forest Lawn Hollywood Hi

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Vanessa Ramirez of Los Angeles, and others gather with others outside the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in Los Angeles.

Vanessa Ramirez of Los Angeles, and others gather with others outside the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in Los Angeles.

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La Toya Jackson, the sister of Michael Jackson, leaves the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries after attending a family viewing ofMichael Jackson

La Toya Jackson, the sister of Michael Jackson, leaves the Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries after attending a family viewing ofMichael Jackson

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Rev. Jesse Jackson leaves the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

Rev. Jesse Jackson leaves the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

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Fans of the late pop star Michael Jackson comfort each other outside the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

Fans of the late pop star Michael Jackson comfort each other outside the Jackson family home in the Encino section of Los Angeles

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Lawyer John Branca, right, co-executor of Michael Jackson's estate, and lawyer Howard Weitzman leave the Superior court in Los Angeles

Lawyer John Branca, right, co-executor of Michael Jackson's estate, and lawyer Howard Weitzman leave the Superior court in Los Angeles

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A worker prepares for the memorial service for Michael Jackson at Staples Center in Los Angeles

A worker prepares for the memorial service for Michael Jackson at Staples Center in Los Angeles

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Fans sing Michael Jackson songs while others wait in line to sign a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Fans sing Michael Jackson songs while others wait in line to sign a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Melvin Price, of Northampton, England, holds a Michael Jackson lottery ticket while standing in line to sign a large poster of Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Melvin Price, of Northampton, England, holds a Michael Jackson lottery ticket while standing in line to sign a large poster of Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

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Fans wait to sign signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009, where the memorial service for pop star Michael Jackson will be held on Tuesday.

Fans wait to sign signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009, where the memorial service for pop star Michael Jackson will be held on Tuesday.

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Melvin Price, of Northampton, England, receives a ticket from lottery ticket winner Barbara Ramirez at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Melvin Price, of Northampton, England, receives a ticket from lottery ticket winner Barbara Ramirez at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Gilbert Guaydacan, of Bakerfield, Calif., holds his daughter Anntoinette, 14, while she signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

Gilbert Guaydacan, of Bakerfield, Calif., holds his daughter Anntoinette, 14, while she signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Beatrice Cardenas looks out of her car while waiting in line outside of Dodger Stadium to pick up tickets for the Michael Jackson memorial in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Beatrice Cardenas looks out of her car while waiting in line outside of Dodger Stadium to pick up tickets for the Michael Jackson memorial in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Ralph Ramirez, of Los Angeles, smiles as he has his photo taken with his ticket to the Memorial service for Michael Jackson outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Ralph Ramirez, of Los Angeles, smiles as he has his photo taken with his ticket to the Memorial service for Michael Jackson outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

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Josie Childs, of Northampton, England, displays her Michael Jackson T-shirt at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

Josie Childs, of Northampton, England, displays her Michael Jackson T-shirt at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Gilbert Guaydacan, of Bakerfield, Calif., pays his respects at a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Gilbert Guaydacan, of Bakerfield, Calif., pays his respects at a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Janice Jacobs, of Camarillo, Calif., holds her tickets in front a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

Janice Jacobs, of Camarillo, Calif., holds her tickets in front a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Daniel Archuleta, left, and his mother Debbie Archuleta receive their wristbands for the Michael Jackson memorial at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Daniel Archuleta, left, and his mother Debbie Archuleta receive their wristbands for the Michael Jackson memorial at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Cars line up outside Dodger Stadium to pick up tickets for the Michael Jackson memorial in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009. The memorial will be held on Tuesday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Cars line up outside Dodger Stadium to pick up tickets for the Michael Jackson memorial in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009. The memorial will be held on Tuesday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

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Slawomir Maniecki stands on his father's back while he signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

Slawomir Maniecki stands on his father's back while he signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles , Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Michael Jackson dolls are shown at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Michael Jackson dolls are shown at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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An unidentified fan poses for a photo after signing a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

An unidentified fan poses for a photo after signing a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Maria Islas, of Mexico City, signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Maria Islas, of Mexico City, signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Melvin Price, from England, writes a note on a large display outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Melvin Price, from England, writes a note on a large display outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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A fan signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

A fan signs a large poster at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

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Police officers keep an eye on the crowd underneath a video display of Michael Jackson outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.

Police officers keep an eye on the crowd underneath a video display of Michael Jackson outside the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Monday, July 6, 2009.