Jackson to be buried on birthday
10:55, 19 August 2009
BAKU. August 19. KAZINFORM Michael Jackson's remains will be buried in Los Angeles on what would have been his 51st birthday, the late singer's family have confirmed, BBC reported; Kazinform refers to Trend News.
He will be laid to rest at the Forest-Lawn memorial park in Glendale on 29 August in a private ceremony for close friends and family.
A spokesman for the Jacksons said they wished to convey their gratitude for the support offered by fans.
The cause of Jackson's death, on 25 June, has yet to be revealed.
Family spokesman Ken Sunshine said Jackson would be buried on the Holly Terrace at the memorial park's Great Mausoleum, which features replicas of Michelangelo works; Kazinform cites Trend News.
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