Michael Jackson fans to get red carpet treatment at film premiere

Michael Jackson fans will be given the chance to join his brother Tito and mother Katherine on the red carpet for the premiere of David Gest's upcoming film about the late star.

Gest, a close pal of the Thriller hitmaker, is set to unveil Michael Jackson: The Life Of An Icon, at a special screening in London next month (Nov11).

The film is a behind-the-scenes account of Jackson's life and includes interviews with Katherine and Tito, Jackson's sister Rebbie, and stars including Whitney Houston, Dionne Warwick, and Smokey Robinson.

Gest and several of the film's stars will stage a question-and-answer session ahead of the premiere in London's West End, before taking to the red carpet with competition winners from around the world.

Following the screening, soul legends including Martha Reeves, The Stylistics singer Russell Thompkins, Jr., Deniece Williams and Jimmy Ruffin will perform at the afterparty.

Tito Jackson says, "This is going to be like a '60s, '70s and '80s soulfest with so many legends gathered in one place in honour of my brother. Michael loved soul music and grew up on it and my mother, sister and I are really excited to hear and see all these great performers in one room. It is going to bring back a lot of wonderful memories!"

The premiere is due to take place on 2 November (11).