Shaheen Jafagholi has just performed at the Michael Jackson Memorial and it was a fitting tribute by one so young, I'm sure he made his idol proud.

 

 

After watching the youngster audition on Britain's Got Talent, Jackson invited Shaheen to perform with him on his UK tour but unfortunately that wasn't to be...

 

 

After Michael's death, the Jackson family contacted Shaheen to personally invite him to the service and perform.

 
As Shaheen gathered himself backstage, legendary singer/songwriter Smokey Robinson gave an emotional introduction to the song he penned - Who's Loving You. He said "At the time I couldn't believe it was Michael singing. How could such a young boy sing about loving someone and losing them? I had to meet him, he sang with so much 'know'."

 

In fitting tribute, Shaheen then took to the stage and performed Who's Loving You with a passion and warmth reminiscent of a young Michael... The crowd were literally in awe.

Personally I was amazed at how well the 12 year old held it together. He stood directly behind Michael's golden casket and that would be hard for the most seasoned performer. Usher broke down later under similar circumstances.

 

As Shaheen's moment came to an end, the crowd gave a standing ovation. He bowed gracefully and then addressed the Jackson family, "I am honoured to be here" and "I love Michael Jackson". He was visibly choked and before it became too much, he left the stage like a true professional.

 

I can only imagine how this young man's career is going to explode tomorrow... Over a billion people watched Michael's Celebration of Life.

 

It was said during the service that the title 'King of Pop' wasn't big enough for Michael. He should be remembered as "The Greatest Entertainer Who Ever Lived".

 

I hope Shaheen follows in his footsteps. Here's to you Michael...

Selena x

 

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Britain's Got Talent contestant Shaheen Jafargholi will be among the performers at today's memorial concert for Michael Jackson.

 

He was both flattered and surprised to receive a personal invite from the Jackson family, who told him that his hero had watched him on YouTube and was a huge fan.

 

 

Shaheen shot to fame singing Michael's Who's Loving You, on the hit TV show Britain's Got Talent. It's rumoured that the Jackson family have requested that very track..

 

An excited Shaheen told Heat, "Michael is a huge inspiration to me. I am honoured and proud to be invited by his family to perform."

 

Other stars taking part include Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Usher and John Mayer. Diana Ross is also expected, but she will not be performing.

 

What an honour to be asked. I'm sure it is something Shaheen will remember for the rest of his life, it's such a shame it's happened under such terrible circumstances.