Celebrities Pay Tribute To Michael Jackson

• 26th Jun 2009

As I’m sure you are all aware by now Michael Jackson died last night due to suspected heart failure. Although, plagued by controversy in the latter part of his life, there was never any doubting his musical genius. Last night Michael’s brother Jermaine Jackson released the following statement at a press conference. Clearly devastated by his brother’s death Jermaine said:

“My brother, the legendary king of pop, Michael Jackson, passed away on Thursday, June 25 2009, at 2:26 P.M. It is believed he suffered cardiac arrest in his home. However, the cause of his death is unknown until the results of the autopsy are known. His personal physician who was with him at the time attempted to resuscitate my brother. As did the paramedics, who transported him to the Ronald Reagan UCLA medical centre. Upon arriving at the hospital at approximately 1:14 P.M., a team of doctors, including emergency physicians and cardiologists, attempted to resuscitate him for a period of one hour and they were unsuccessful. Our family requests that the media please respect our privacy during this tough time, and may Allah be with you Michael, always. Love you.”

From Miley cyrus to Stephen Fry celebrities have been paying tribute to Michael Jackson. Below are just a few of the many tributes for Michael.

Mariah Carey wrote: “I am heartbroken. My prayers go out to the Jackson family,and my heart goes out to his children. Let us remember him for his unparalleled contribution to the world of music, his generosity of spirit in his quest to heal the world & the joy he brought to his millions of devoted fans throughout the world. I feel blessed to have performed with him several times & to call him my friend. No artist will ever take his place. His star will shine forever.”

US reality star Kim Kardashian had known Michael her entire life. She wrote: “I'm looking at pictures of my 14th birthday party at Neverland Ranch, these memories will last forever!”

Actress Demi Moore wrote on her Twitter site: “I am greatly saddened for the loss of both Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. Especially for their children!”

Miley Cyrus wrote: “Michael Jackson was my inspiration. love and blessings.”

Stephen Fry said “Goodness. Michael Jackson. Poor old soul. Oh dear.”

Princess of pop Britney Spears wrote: “He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.”

Even Gordon Brown released a statement, a spokesman said: The prime minister's thoughts are with Michael Jackson's family at this time.”

Quincy Jones who worked with Michael on 'Thriller' 'Off The Wall' and 'Bad' told MSNBC ‘ I am absolutely devastated at this tragic and unexpected news. For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don’t have the words.’

Madonna said ‘I can’t stop crying over the sad news. I have always admired Michael Jackson. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever. My heart goes out to his three children and other members of his family. God bless.’

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