Michael Jackson Memorial: Live on Star World & [V]
Watch History in the Making as the World Farewells the King of Pop

STAR World and Channel [V] will air a live telecast of the Michael Jackson Public Memorial Service on Tues 7 July. Channel [V] will launch its live feed from 8.55 pm (UAE Time) on Tues, 7 July. STAR World's live broadcast will start from 9pm (UAE Time). Millions are expected to tune in to this historic event which will take place at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles.

Ken Sunshine, a spokesman for the Jackson family, said the public memorial "will reflect the wishes of the family." Participants in the ceremony include Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer, Lionel Richie and Stevie Wonder. An official statement from the Jackson family stated: "It was our wish to allow as many of Michael's fans to be part of the memorial, and we wish to thank everyone for their support and understanding at this difficult time."

Over 1.6 million fans from around the world registered online for the 17,500 free tickets that were made available to the public. Only 11,000 selected registrants will be allowed into the Staples Center while the remaining 6,500 will watch a simulcast from the nearby Nokia Theatre. Tourist organizations expect up to 750,000 people will arrive in Los Angeles to pay their last respects to the King of Pop.

STAR World and Channel [V] will televise the 90-minute ceremony live. Details of the broadcast and encore telecasts are below.

STAR WORLD:
Tues 7 July, 9pm (UAE Time) - LIVE;
Wed 8 July, 12am & 12pm (Repeat)

Channel [V]
Tues 7 July, 8:55pm (UAE Time) - LIVE
Wed 8 July, 3am & 4pm (Repeat)