Jermaine Jackson Defends Chris Brown's Participation At Michael Jackson Tribute

Jermaine Jackson has defended Chris Brown's scheduled appearance at a Michael Jackson tribute concert in Vienna.

Brown's participation at the gig on September 26 has come under fire because of his assault against former girlfriend Rihanna in February.

The US R&B star was sentenced to five years' probation and twelve months community labour for the attack.

But speaking at a press conference in London this morning, Jermaine said Brown had “asked for forgiveness”.

He added: “If Christ can forgive us all, we can look at Chris Brown. People make mistakes, they need support, and he's a wonderful performer.”

Jermaine also revealed that he planned to sing a virtual duet with his late brother at the concert.

Stevie Wonder and R Kelly are also in talks to perform in front of 65,000 fans at Vienna's former imperial Schoenbrunn Palace.

Other performers confirmed yesterday include Mary J Blige, Akon and Sister Sledge.

Jackson died on June 25 at his rented home in Los Angeles of acute Propofol intoxication.

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