Celebrities and fans gathered at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales on Saturday, October 8 to pay respect to the late . The tribute concert went on smoothly despite previous opposition from Michael's brothers, Jermaine and Randy Jackson, and despite Dr. Conrad Murray's ongoing trial.
Four hours long, the concert was kicked off by who opened it with "Billie Jean" and "The Lady In My Life". "It's not about the controversy, it's not about the trial, it's not about his death. It's about celebrating his life, it's about celebrating his music," Ne-Yo said from the stage.