LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jamie Foxx has been named to
host the Michael Jackson tribute concert planned for October in Wales.
Foxx's spokesman said Monday that the Oscar-winning
star of "Ray" would host "Michael Forever — The Tribute
Concert." It is scheduled for Oct. 8 in Cardiff, Wales.
Christina Aguilera, Smokey Robinson and Cee Lo
Green are among the show's announced performers.
The show is not affiliated with Michael Jackson's
estate, but Jackson's mother, Katherine, and other Jackson family members are
scheduled to attend.
Organizers had to rescind an offer to the band Kiss
last month after fans and Jackson's estate noted that singer-bassist Gene
Simmons had harshly criticized the pop singer over the years.
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