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Michael Jackson Memorial Ratings: How Does It Compare To Other Major TV Events? (SLIDESHOW)

Huffington Post     First Posted: 8/8/09   Updated: 5/25/11

Michael Jackson's memorial service on Wednesday drew 31 million TV viewers in the US. Millions of others are expected to have streamed the service online.

But how does that compare to other major TV events over the years, like Princess Diana's funeral or the "MASH" finale? Take a look at the slideshow below and vote on just how "must-see TV" each of the events was for you:

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31 million Americans watched Michael Jackson's memorial service Tuesday.
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Michael Jackson's memorial service on Wednesday drew 31 million TV viewers in the US. Millions of others are expected to have streamed the service online. But how does that compare to other major TV ...
Michael Jackson's memorial service on Wednesday drew 31 million TV viewers in the US. Millions of others are expected to have streamed the service online. But how does that compare to other major TV ...