CNN and Facebook Team Up

Today America’s leading news network, CNN, has teamed up with the world’s #1 social networking website, Facebook, to broadcast live coverage of Michael Jackson’s funeral. Although only 17,500 tickets were provided for the ceremony, held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, millions are expected to watch the event online. The partnership between CNN and Facebook has created an interactive environment for MJ fans, allowing users to communicate in real-time on CNN.com. Michael Jackson has nearly 7 million fans on Facebook (more than any other public figure), and countless groups have been created in his honor.

Qwest high-speed Internet customers can visit CNN.com to watch live streaming of Michael Jackson’s funeral. Among the performers that will be participating in the ceremony are Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer, Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Usher, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson. Don’t miss this historical event, which some are predicting will become the most-watched broadcast in history!