The opening of the MTV music video awards began with a tribute to Michael Jackson with performers dressed like Jackson taking the stage.

Performers danced to some of his hit songs including Thriller, Bad and Smooth Criminal.

Janet Jackson then appeared on stage. With the video for her brother's song Scream playing on a screen behind her, she mimicked his dance moves in unison with the video.

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Madonna later then came on stage and gave a tribute speech to Jackson sharing some poignant memories and concluded with long live the king.

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