Jackson's boyhood hometown plans memorial tribute
GARY, Ind. — Michael Jackson's boyhood hometown of Gary plans to mark the second anniversary of his death Saturday with a memorial tribute at the house where he grew up.
The Post-Tribune of Merrillville reports the "Tribute to Michael" will include Jackson's music, vendors and a candlelight vigil at dusk. Local officials including Mayor Rudy Clay will speak. The event is scheduled to run from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
The family moved out of the house at 2300 Jackson Street and went to California after the Jackson 5 struck it big.
Jackson died on June 25, 2009, of an overdose of sedatives at the age of 50, just before he was to begin a comeback tour. Clay says the city of Gary plans to hold a tribute for Jackson every year.
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