Janet Jackson to fill role in ‘The Jackson 5’ reunion
MICHAEL JACKSON’s brothers will reunite the JACKSON 5 to fill the London concert slots left vacant by the King of Pop’s sudden death.
The Thriller hitmaker was preparing to make his live comeback with a 50-date residency at London’s O2 Arena when he suffered a fatal cardiac arrest.
His tragic passing has left concert organizers at AEG Live scrambling to fill the string of dates, which were due to begin on 13 July, with reports linking ABBA and Led Zeppelin to the shows.
But a new report suggests the Jacksons want to keep Michael’s legacy alive by performing in his place - with sister Janet Jackson filling Michael Jackson’s role.
A family source tells the New York Post, "We might do the 13th or a date in August with Jan and Toya.
"We may rehearse after the funeral. It’ll be good and we’ll do it right for Michael."
The publication claims the brothers are studying video footage of the pop superstar rehearsing for his concert in a bid to make the shows as memorable and as close to Jackson’s wishes as possible.
Another insider adds, "They’re working on keeping the tour going. Michael would have wanted the show to go on and that’s what we’re doing. We are not giving up on Michael because Michael would not give up on his fans."
Some fans have criticized the Jackson family for even considering performing The Jackson 5 songs without Michael Jackson.
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Fran's comment says
On July 6, 2009 at 4:59 amI’m from Reunion island, and I can’t stop crying since his death! My heart is broken, and I’m missing him so much! He was just a part of me even I’m very far away and even I couldn’t go there! I grew up with his song, and it’s just like he read in my heart, my soul and I understand the way he think and feel….My only regrets, is that I had never meet him! For me, he was the best in the worl, and no one could do what he ‘ve done in music, dance and for all children! Thanks so much for all! You’re just like an angel, I love you!