Planning Michael Jackson's Memorial Is A 'Phenomenal Undertaking'

MTV - 3rd Jul 2009

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Michael Jackson: Michael Jackson's memorial service will be taking place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on July 7, and the city is bracing itself for what is estimated to be 750,000 visitors. Read full story at MTV

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