Jackson's Official Cause of Death 'Deferred'

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Michael Jackson's official death certificate lists the singer's cause of death as "deferred," while results of toxicology tests are still pending. TMZ has obtained a copy of the document, which also says that Forest Lawn Cemetery was a "temporary" disposition of the body, as Jackson's body was embalmed there. The final burial location is still unknown.
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Michael Jackson Memorial Photos

    Usher performs beside the casket of Michael Jackson during the memorial service.

    Kevork Djansezian, AP

    The Jackson family is seen in the front row as they honor their late brother.

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    Musician John Mayer plays a guitar tune in honor of Michael Jackson.

    Mark J. Terrill, AP

    Actress-singer Jennifer Hudson sang 'Will You Be There?' during the memorial.

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    Jermaine Jackson honored his brother by performing the song 'Smile.'

    Kevork Djansezian, AP

    Stevie Wonder performed 'They Won't Go When I Go' at the Michael Jackson public memorial service.

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    Lionel Richie belts out 'Jesus Is Love' during the memorial service for Michael Jackson.

    Mark J. Terrill, AP

    Actress Brooke Shields held back tears as she told stories about her good times with Michael Jackson throughout her life.

    Kevork Djansezian, AP

    NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson tears up while telling a heartfelt story about his time with Michael Jackson.

    Mario Anzuoni, AP

    Singers Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz perform the hit song Jackson 5 song 'I'll Be There' during the memorial service.

    Mark J. Terrill, AP

The King of Pop's sister LaToya Jackson provided the information on the death certificate, which lists his occupation as "musician" and type of business as "entertainment." LaToya also indicated that he had spent 45 years in the entertainment field.
The place of residence is not filled out with the address of Jackson's Holmby Hills home. The address provided is his parents' home in Encino.
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Jackson Memorial Service

    A motorcade carrying Michael Jackson's family arrives at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park for a private funeral for the late King of Pop on Tuesday.

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    Joe Jackson, the family patriarch, is seen here en route to his son's funeral.

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    An aerial shot of the Staples Center shows throngs of fans and a motorcade waiting outside of the Michael Jackson memorial.

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    A motorcade of Michael Jackson's family is seen here lining up in front of the Jackson family home in Encino on Tuesday.

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    Fans lucky enough to get wristbands to the Jackson memorial are seen lined up outside of the Staples Center.

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    Security around the Staples Center is as tight as possible, with police barricades set up on surrounding blocks to keep traffic away.

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    Fans patiently waiting to be allowed inside the Staples Center hold up their wristbands.

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    The Staples Center is seen here being prepped for Tuesday's massive memorial service for Michael Jackson. Nearly 17,000 fans who won tickets into the memorial service via an online lottery will pack the Staples Center along with roughly 5,000 other invitees. More Prep pics at RadarOnline

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    A crush of fans lined up around the Staples Center awaits being allowed to enter the venue where the Jackson memorial will be.

    Matt Rourke, AP

    Vendors are using the memorial service to set up shop near the Staples Center to sell memorabilia.

    Jordan Strauss, WireImage

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