Kelly Rowland, Jordin Sparks Protest Chris Brown, Ciara's Cancelled MJ Tribute

Graeme O'Neil takes a look at the new footage of Ciara joining Chris Brown in rehearsal for a planned Michael Jackson tribute at the 2022 American Music Awards that was canned last minute, and how Kelly Rowland, and now Jordin Sparks are showing their distain for the decision.

[neomalapane]

We all need a Friend like Kelly Rowland.

[doubledz]

I loved the rehearsal footage. In my opinion, Chris Brown and Ciara dancing is next level.

[E_Babii]

He did a tribute for MJ at the BET awards that his family loved, right after he got out of jail. The estate didn't stop the performance!

[TheFilipinaWifeLife]

We missed out on a LOT. The rehearsals looked amazing, the background dancers gave it their all too.

[heididobson]

Ciara………….yessss……..she brought tears to my eyes……..I pray and hope that they both get to perform that tribute to MJ especially Ciara. That women……..WOW……..! That’s all I have to say!❤️🙏🏾🔥🔥🔥

[scoopofgossip]

I hope Chris turns this performance into a full on video and releases it so we can all enjoy what would have been a phenomenal performance and tribute to MJ 🙌❤
Do it Chris!! #ScoopofGossip

[orlandowiley]

Wasn't just about CB, it was about trying to wipe MJ name and legacy out of music history

[GenesisCamille]

Kelly’s always been my favorite from DC since No, no, no, no. I’ve been in love with her. She’s a real one.

[TGODSJ]

If ciara and chris brown performed together on that staged it wouldve been amazing performance

[guccir]

I just don't understand. He performed a MJ tribute a little while after the whole thing with him and rihanna. Now all these years later he can't do it?? People are human and definitely deserve grace and forgiveness

[mololaseye]

Chris and Ciara should create a video montage for MJ and produce and put it out. No one needs AMAs anyway! We know where the real TALENT lies.

[reece]

I think this was not just a hit on Chris...I think they got a 2 for 1 here. I think this was a ding to Michael and they canceled the Thriler tribute. Chris was a convenient casualty and everyone would think it was because of the OLD incident that Rihanna forgave YEARS ago. Seems they got a call from "someone" ordering them to pull the plug on tributing MJ. You know they want someone else to be the King of Pop but it ain't happening... ever. That's Michael Jackson's title forever

[michaelordones]

Kelly is a real one. Shout out Kelly. Beautiful soul.

[Mrnozza]

MJ will be disappointed, Chris & Ciara omg we just missed out on a performance of a life time honouring one of if not the best performer of all time I feel sorry for our young generation that missed out ❤ RIP Michael Jackson

[AliKhan-yxdy]

I like Kelly she's right forgiveness is a big key in faith

[TopNotchV]

Ciara is a great performer and she's such a great woman too! I always look forward to her performances!

[lauracatha]

I know all his moves. I was born in 81. I carried my MJ. Doll with me everywhere and carried my vhs tape of Thriller. Never left home without it. I will always love MJ.

[Nina-iiud]

I would have love, love, LOVE to had seen the two best dancers in this entire world perform that Michael Jackson tribute OMG why the hell did y'all cancel their performance!?

[tinkbell]

I don’t know… you’d think the estate would celebrate the well deserved tribute. Michael was one in a lifetime. 👑✨♥️

[poshchocolatesuperstar]

Graeme, I like your assessment of the rights to the music being pulled last minute. Now THAT makes sense.