Leona Lewis, Usher and Justin Timberake have all been approached to take part in a Michael Jackson tribute show.
Promoters AEG Live are currently finalising the details of the one-off tribute — which will take place at London’s O2 Arena — and expect to officially announce their intentions next week.
Jacko — who died on June 25 — had been due to kick off a record-breaking stint of 50 shows at the venue on Monday.
“There has been frantic activity both in AEG’s London and Los Angeles offices,” a source told UK newspaper The Sun.
“Executives want to stage a touching tribute to Michael and think the O2 would be a fitting location.
“Huge stars such as Leona, Usher and Justin have expressed enthusiasm about the project.
“It will be a celebration of Jacko’s life through his music.
“The producers want to avoid a sombre memorial tone and intend the evening to be a joyful event focusing on Jacko’s extraordinary legacy.”
A date is yet to be settled, but promoters hope to stage it this summer.
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