London, July 08: Britain`s Got Talent finalist Shaheen Jafargholi moved fans around the globe to tears with his stunning tribute to Michael Jackson at the star’s memorial service in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
The 12-year-old from Swansea, who shot to fame after performing the Jackson 5 hit Who``s Lovin`` You on the talent competition, wooed fans with his perfect rendition of the track at the Staples Center.
The schoolboy went on to thank the late King of Pop for playing his musical muse, and making him a celebrity.
"I just want to say I love Michael Jackson and I just want to thank him so much for blessing me and every single individual with such amazing music. Thank you so much. I love you Michael Jackson," The Sun quoted him as saying.
The Jackson family was said to have chosen the youngster amongst other singers to honour the Thriller hitmaker, telling him that the late star was a huge fan of his Jackson tribute act.
And the young lad’s jaw-dropping solo performance won him an applause, leaving mourners believe that Jackson himself was there with them.
Fan Erika Ivory, 29, from New York, said: "When that little boy started singing, Oh my God! It was like Michael was here, his voice was so powerful. It was the most moving part of the ceremony. It was such an uplifting, moving moment, it filled my heart with hope. That boy is incredible."
Jafargholi performed alongside galaxy of stars, including Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey, and stood with Jackson’s brother Jermaine as they sang a medley of We Are The World and Heal The World.
ANI
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