Michael Jackson Laid to Rest in a $35,000 Suit
Nov 11th, 2009 by Bilal Ali
It indeed was a funeral befitting a king.
Michael Jackson was laid to rest in September in a lavish ceremony that cost at least $1 million – with the expenses covered by his estate, court documents show.
The funeral bill alone from Forest Lawn Cemetery totaled $855,730, which included entombing Jackson inside the Grand Mausoleum, costing $590,000. His casket cost $25,000, his burial garments came to $35,000, while $175,089 was spent on security.
Among a list of other expenses:
• $3,682 for framing of a photograph of Jackson next to his casket
• $1,975 for wardrobe costs for the family
• $11,716 for invitations/programs
• $16,000 for flowers
• $30,000 for additional cars and security.