Michael Jackson's big concert announcement in London (Mar. 5th 2009)

Michael Jackson officially announced his big comeback this morning, telling hundreds of screaming fans at a press conference in London’s O2 Arena that he would perform in the city for his last time as a “final curtain call” this summer.

Wearing a military-style black jacket decorated with silver sequins and punching the air, the 50-year-old revealed his plans on a makeshift stage at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena where he will play 10 dates starting on July 8.

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Michael Jackson\'s big concert announcement in London (Mar. 5th 2009) Michael Jackson\'s big concert announcement in London (Mar. 5th 2009)

Michael Jackson's big concert announcement in London (Mar. 5th 2009)

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