Just like Jacko: Prince Jackson, 14, makes first solo public appearance in a suit inspired by his late father

By Mike Larkin


His father was noted for the sharp suit and armband combo he started wearing during his smooth criminal years.

And it seems the look was still inspiring his son as he made a solo public appearance in Berlin, Germany today.

The 14-year-old donned a black suit and red armband as he appeared at the Tribute to Bambi 2011 event.

Lookalikes: Prince seemed to love the suit and armband combination his father adored since Smooth Criminal when he appeared at a charity event in Berlin today


The fact he wore a black tie and red shirt was also noteworthy, as it was one of the legendary singer's favourite fashion pairings.

Prince appeared happy and relaxed as he posed at the show, which was raising money for the disadvantaged children's charity.

His Thriller star father was used to being in the public eye as a teenager in the Jackson Five

And his eldest son seems to be taking his fame in his stride too, as he reveled in the atmosphere.

BERLIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 23: Prince Michael Jackson attends Tribute to Bambi 2011 at the Station on September 23, 2011 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by James Coldrey/Getty Images)


His appearance at the event coincided with the announcement of his first ever high-profile public engagement.

He will star be starring at an auction on November 10 in aid of the Tribute to Bambi foundation, where his father's handwritten composition of Bad will be up for sale.

A spokesman for the event said: 'Prince Michael Jackson will walk the red carpet and present the manuscript on stage surrounded by children.

Kind: Prince showed his father's famous compassion for children as he posed with a needy child at the event


A source close to the event told People: 'He won't be traveling alone, but no family members will be with him.'

In the past he has always made public appearances under the watchful eyes of his relatives, often with his sister Paris, 13, and his brother 10-year-old brother Blanket.

Prince's most well known visit to Berlin when was he was just five, where he attended with his father and siblings.

On that occasion Michael infamously dangled Blanket over the balcony before his adoring fans staying at the Adlon Hotel.

Wave: Prince looked like he was enjoying the atmosphere at the charity event


It is not the first time the family have supported the cause.

The King of Pop's glittery jacket went under the hammer in 2002, while his autographed guitar was sold in 2009.

Anyone who wants to for the Bad manuscript can do so between now and November 10 at the United Charity website.

When asked how much they expect the one-of-a-kind manuscript will fetch a spokeswoman laughed and said, 'Hopefully, a whole lot!'



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'I love you daddy': Prince, Paris and Blanket's personal tributes to father Michael Jackson as they unveil his charity artwork

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Family affair: Paris, aunt LaToya, Prince and Blanket pay tribute to their father as they unveil some of his works of art in Los Angeles earlier today

They may have lost their famous father more than two years ago, but Michael Jackson's children are clearly determined to keep his memory alive.

Prince, 14, Paris, 13 and nine-year-old Blanket today unveiled artwork by the singer, donated to the Children's Hospital, Los Angeles.

They were joined by their aunt LaToya and grandmother Katherine to the ceremony which saw 13 pieces of artwork containing personal tributes from the singer's children.


Growing up fast: The three children appear happy to continue with their father's legacy


What a cutie: Nine-year-old Blanket looks like he'll be a heartbreaker when he's a young man


The pieces were all signed by the late King of Pop and included a photograph of him.

Sketches included one of Mickey Mouse, a throne and a drawing of Jackson icon Peter Pan.

There was also a drawing of his famous moonwalk.


Cool chick: But Paris didn't realise that her mirrored aviator shades were wonky



Unveiling: Prince and LaToya take off a covering which reveals a picture by Jackson


His children, whose faces were once so long hidden by their protective father, seemed relaxed in the public eye.

Fast growing teenagers Prince and Paris towered above LaToya and Jackson's mother Katherine who wore a bright orange jacket.

Prince looked grown up in a all black outfit and kept a pair of sunglasses on throughout the ceremony.

Paris wore a peach coloured top under a white waistcoat, while her aunt LaToya sported a boxy white jacket over slim fitting trousers.

The works were donated by Brett Livingstone-Strong, an artist and friend of Jackson's.

'I think if Michael was here today, he would be so thrilled,' he told the assembled guests.


Matriarch: The three growing children were joined by their grandmother Katherine Jackson


Tribute: Michael Jackson's artwork contained notes from his three children


Works of art: Paris and LaToya inspect one of the drawings of Mickey Mouse, depicted in blue ink


Poignant: The children wrote personal messages on the signed works, with Blanket signing off with 'I love you daddy'


'I believed his talent flowed over to become an incredible artist himself. He often dreamed of having an exhibit.'

The children had written some personal messages on the paintings, with Blanket penning a note which read: 'My father's art and music always make everyone happy.'

It ended with a poignant: 'I love you daddy.'



Fan: Prince wore sunglasses as he inspects a picture of Jackson icon Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up


Guardian: Prince sits next to his grandmother and guardian Katherine at the ceremony


Grand unveiling: Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa helps Paris reveal one of the artworks as Blanket looks on


Family: Aunty LaToya speaks at the ceremony honouring her brother


Personal: A note penned by Prince on a photograph of his late father


On display: The drawings included two of Jackson's famous moonwalk boots


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Michael Jackson's Thriller jacket sells for £1.1million at auction

By Daily Mail Reporter


Iconic: The jacket Michael Jackson wore in his classic Thriller video has sold at auction for $1.8million USD (£1.1m)


The famed black-and-red calfskin jacket that Michael Jackson wore in the classic Thriller video was sold at auction for $1.8 million USD (£1.1m).

Darren Julien, president and chief executive of Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills, said the jacket was bought by Milton Verret, a commodities trader from Austin, Texas, yesterday.

The jacket is one of two Jackson wore during the filming of the 1983 Thriller video.


The singer wears the jacket in a scene with a troupe of zombies who rise from their graves and break into a dance routine.

Mr Verret said the jacket would be sent on tour and used as a fund-raising tool for children's charities.

A portion of the sale price will go to the Shambala Preserve, a big cat sanctuary caring for two tigers Jackson once owned.

Classic: Jackson wore the red leather jacket in the 1982 music video


Jackson, 50, died of an overdose of sedatives on June 25 2009 as he prepared for a series of comeback concerts in London.

Hundreds of fans marked the two-year anniversary of the singer's death by gathering for a memorial outside the Gary, Indiana, home where Jackson grew up.

The Times of Munster said revellers swayed to Jackson's songs during Saturday night's tribute. Poets, local singers and dancers also entertained the crowd.

Anniversary: This weekend marked two years since the singer's death on June 25, 2009


Mayor Rudy Clay welcomed visitors to the event and said the city would not stop celebrating Jackson's memory.

Marshall Bingaman, 30, of Kansas City, Missouri, said he made a nine-hour drive to Gary to pay tribute to Jackson's life and events like the memorial helped keep the star's memory alive.


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