Jermaine Jackson salutes his brother Michael Jackson while in Toronto for the 2011 IIFA Awards

On the weekend that is the anniversary of Michael Jackson’s tragic passing, Michael’s brother Jermaine Jackson happens to be in Toronto this weekend paying tribute to his late brother at the 2011IIFA awards. When I learned of this “Bollywood” tribute with Jermaine in my hometown city (where I spend my summer) I made a point of seeking out Jermaine to show him the vast collection of memorabilia Michael had autographed for me and discuss with him all the wonderful traits that his brother possessed. Jermaine is much like his brother, soft spoken, humbled by the adoration and radiating with positive energy. Even dressed like his brother in a sharp tailored suit with an armband around his jacket sleeve and a large gold pin with the initials MJ clipped to his suit pocket. When Jermaine recognized the signature from his brother on a “Thriller” album hanging in the restaurant (Wabora) of the hotel where he was staying while in Toronto, a beaming smile of pride came over Jermaine’s face. I found this moment to be extremely surreal as the hair on my arms began to stand up. I could feel the same feeling I used to have every time I talked to Michael or was in his presence. I was honored to have the opportunity to share my stories about Michael with Jermaine while he looked at some of the autographs Michael gave to me. View some of the Michael Jackson Collection from The Signature Library