Marc Anthony & Christina Aguilera Spread MJ Love

By Michael Lopez

It’s hard to believe that tomorrow (June 25) marks the one year anniversary of Michael Jackson’s passing. There’s absolutely no doubt that interest in The King of Pop continues to grow; his estate has raked in nearly $1 billion since last June!

When CBS decided to create an all-star tribute for Friday’s (June 25) "Early Show," it was only natural for tons of music royalty to throw in their support. Both Marc Anthony and Christina Aguilera are scheduled to appear, along with LL Cool J, Smokey Robinson, and more!

Michael Jackson in March of 2009

The famous participants had glowing statements about the man who meant so much. Aguilera told the Daily Star, “Music wouldn't be what it is without someone like Michael Jackson. I remember going to my high school talent show singing 'The Way You Make Me Feel' and being a huge fan of his album Bad. I know all my dancers wouldn't be behind me dancing if it weren't for that."

Marc Anthony continued the praise by saying, "A Michael Jackson comes around literally once in a lifetime. They break the mold and I think there are people who just sacrifice their life, their personal life all for the arts. That's what Michael did; he sacrificed his life for the arts.”

All of the final tribute details still have yet to be released (though we did get word that Brit crooner James Morrison will be doing "Man In The Mirror" live), but you can bet with all of this up tempo A-list talent, it’s going to be one hell of a celebration!

The Michael Jackson Tribute starts at 7 AM EST this Friday on CBS’ "Early Show." The entire 8 a.m. hour, billed as “The King of Pop: One Year Later,” will also see Smokey Robinson, Harry Smith, Maggie Rodriguez, Julie Chen & Co. hosting a special tribute performance by James Morrison in London.

Source: [DNAIndia]

Can't get enough of Michael? Don't miss MTV's "Michael Jackson’s Top 10 Video Countdown" (Friday June 25, 5-6:30 p.m., Saturday June 26, 8-9:30 a.m.)! The special will feature running text commentary, Jackson’s VMA performances, and rare interviews he granted MTV.

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