Today, singer Justin Timberlake added himself to the list of celebrities releasing statements about the unexpected death of pop icon Michael Jackson. Timberlake, who was often cited for his Jackson-esque style in his music, released this statement: "I can’t find the words right now to express how deeply saddened I am by Michael’s passing. We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music, but of all music. He has been an inspiration to multiple generations and I will always cherish the moments I shared with him on stage and all of the things I learned about music from him and the time we spent together. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones."
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He actually released this statement yesterday after news filtered throught to Elton Johns White Tie and Tiara ball that he was performing at. You can see from pictures of him leaving the Ball that he looked devastated by the news.
Good on you, Justin. Someday you just might be “BAD like Michael”. Blesses to the Jackson family.