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La Toya Jackson to come out of retirement for Michael Jackson concert
Published Thursday, Sep 29 2011, 22:39 BST | By Tom Eames | 7 comments
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The singer has been added to the 'Michael Forever' lineup at the Millennium Stadium on October 8, alongside the likes of Black Eyed Peas, Leona Lewis, Christina Aguilera and JLS.
The performance will be La Toya's first in 20 years. She revealed: "There will never be another magical moment such as this to celebrate Michael with his fans."
Brothers Jermaine and Randy Jackson have opposed the concert, as it is timed alongside the current Conrad Murray manslaughter trial. Her sister Janet Jackson has also said that she will not appear.
La Toya claimed that mother Katherine encouraged her to perform in Wales instead of appearing in court.
"In speaking with my mother yesterday, I asked her where she thinks Michael would rather have us be - in this courtroom filled with negativity and lies, or on a stage celebrating his music, his legacy and his life," she explained.
"She said without a second of thought, 'Celebrating his life with family and fans'. I am looking forward to putting on a great show and making my brother proud."
La Toya Jackson's biggest hits include 1983's 'Heart Don't Lie' and 'Bet'cha Gonna Need My Lovin''.
> Jamie Foxx to host Michael Jackson tribute concert
Watch the video for La Toya Jackson's 'You're Gonna Get Rocked' below:
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