A SPECTACULAR tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, comes to King George’s Hall, Blackburn, on Saturday.

Navi, the only tribute artist ever to be invited to perform for the man himself, will be at the venue with a live band and backing dancers to put on a full show recreating all the Jackson classics.

Michael Jackson gave Navi a standing ovation after he performed at one of his birthday parties in LA. The two remained friends and Navi was also regularly hired as a decoy to distract fans and press when Michael visited the UK.

The show features hits from throughout Michael Jackson’s career including Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean,Thriller and his early days with the Jackson Five.

  • Navi, the King of Pop, King George’s Hall, Blackburn, Saturday, March 8. Details from 0844 847 1664.