Shaheen Jafargholi's Jackson honour
Wednesday, 8 July 2009
Shaheen Jafargholi said performing at Michael Jackson's memorial service was "out of this world".
The 12-year-old 'Britain's Got Talent' star sang the Jackson 5's 'Who's Lovin' You' at yesterday's (07.07.09) tribute at Los Angeles' Staples Center, and admits he was amazed at being approached to appear.
He said: "I couldn't believe it. Michael Jackson has always been my hero and apparently he had seen my audition tape for the 'Thriller Live' tour, in which I played the younger Michael Jackson. It had really impressed him.
"It's an absolute dream come true. I can't believe I am among my idols, such as Mariah Carey and Lionel Richie. It's been amazing hearing my name shouted and flying the flag for Swansea.
"It's out of this world and will only sink in when I get home."
Shaheen - who had been approached to perform at the memorial service by Michael's representatives on Friday (03.07.09) - had been due to duet with the singer at his planned 50-date London residency from next week but was honoured to be asked to step in at the tribute show instead.
He added: "Michael Jackson's death was a complete shock. It devastated me, so performing at the service is a silver lining.
"It was very emotional. Coming to LA to sing at the memorial service, I was a little bit nervous but who wouldn't be? I took it all in my stride."
(C) BANG Media International
More Britain's Got Talent »
Susan Boyle given Paige boost
Susan Boyle's nerves were calmed by a meeting with Elaine Paige.
Wednesday, 4 November 2009, 6.47am - in Television
Faryl Smith's Pavarotti duet
Britain's Got Talent singer Faryl Smith will duet with Luciano Pavarotti from beyond the grave.
Friday, 23 October 2009, 12.46pm - in Television
Shaheen Jafargholi's wows Oprah
Shaheen Jafargholi wowed Oprah Winfrey with his singing.
Friday, 16 October 2009, 11.12am - in Television
Diversity mums cancel tour
'Britain's Got Talent' winners Diversity have dropped plans for a nightclub tour amid fears they could become caught up in sex and drugs.
Friday, 7 August 2009, 11.34am - in Television
DJ Talent still seeking talent
'Britain's got Talent' rapper DJ Talent has started internet dating.
Friday, 31 July 2009, 11.34am - in Television
Susan Boyle puts US first
Susan Boyle is planning to try to break the US before she releases any music in Britain.
Friday, 31 July 2009, 11.27am - in Television
