Jennifer Hudson performs "Will You Be There" at memorial

(NECN: Los Angeles) - Grammy and Oscar-winning singer and actress Jennifer Hudson performed "Will You Be There", at Michael Jackson's memorial. Jackson released the single in 1993. It also appeared on the soundtrack to "Free Willy". Michael Jackson's golden, flower draped casket was placed on stage at the Staples Center as a choir sang in front of backdrop of stained-glass windows. The backdrop featured a photo of a smiling Jackson looking up toward the sky and the words: "In loving memory of Michael Jackson King of Pop. 1958-2009." read more

NECN | July 7, 2009

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