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Michael Jackson: Crowds rise to their feet for BGT star Shaheen Jafargholi

Wednesday, 8 July 2009

Singer Shaheen Jafargholi performs at the memorial service for music legend Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles

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Welsh schoolboy Shaheen Jafargholi proved an instant hit at the Michael Jackson memorial, becoming one of few artists to win a standing ovation from the packed stadium.

The largely American crowd roared with approval as the 12-year-old belted out his rendition the Jackson 5 hit Who's Lovin You?.

Choreographer Kenny Ortega praised the youngster and revealed that the King of Pop had personally requested his appearance in his London concerts after watching the child on Britain's Got Talent.

Ortega said: “Shaheen was invited by Michael to join him in his London shows so I just wanted to introduce him to everybody and to say thank you.”

After delighting crowds with his performance, Shaheen, wearing a black suit with white T-shirt and yellow flower, said: “I love Michael Jackson.

“I just want to thank him for blessing me and everyone on this earth with his amazing music.”

Shaheen has sung in the Jackson stage musical Thriller Live!.

Scroll down to view Shaheen Jafargholi singing at the Staples Centre

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What a great tribute to Michael Joseph Jackson!! The entire program was awesome, touching, and gave me many memories of tears, joy, and happiness of Michael. Shaheen J. the young boy did a wonderful tribute to Michael singing "Who's Loving You"

I pray that Michael is resting in peace, in Heaven with the King of all Kings, our Lord God, our savior Jesus who died for us all. "Michael, I will cherish the music you gave us and remember all the good you did in this world for mankind." freesia493

Posted by Freesia493 | 08.07.09, 14:31 GMT