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Michael Jackson Theme on The X Factor

X Factor hopefuls are set to sing Michael Jackson this week – while Janet Jackson will also perform on the show.

Semi-finalists Danyl Johnson, Olly Murs, Stacey Solomon and Joe McElderry are each choosing a track from the Thriller star’s hits.

The late singer’s sister Janet is tipped to give her views on the previous night’s performances on Sunday’s show.

An insider told The Sun: “The Michael Jackson numbers will be huge crowd pleasers – and each contestant will want to do Janet and the Jackson family proud.”

Before he died in June, show bosses had planned to bring the King Of Pop himself to perform on the show, according to the newspaper.

Janet, 43, who recently released her greatest hits compilation The Best, will take to the stage on Sunday’s verdict show.

Rihanna and Alicia Keys performed on the ITV show last weekend.

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