Britney Spears Marks Four Years Since Michael Jackson's Death With Twitter Tribute

26 June 2013, 10:47

The 'Scream & Shout' singer recalls performing with the legendary pop star over ten years ago.

Britney Spears has posted an emotional tribute to the late Michael Jackson on the fourth anniversary of the iconic pop star's death.

'Billie Jean' singer Michael died four years ago yesterday (25th June) at the age of 50, and 'I Wanna Go' star Britney took to Twitter to post a message to mark the sad occasion.

"My thoughts are with the Jackson family today," Britney tweeted. "Honoured to have shared a stage with him. Miss u Michael!! <3."

The US star also shared a snap of her and Michael on stage together at his 30th anniversary concert back in in 2001, where she joined him to perform a duet of 'The Way You Make Me Feel'.

Check out a picture of Michael Jackson and Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards 2002 below (Credit: Getty):

The 'Scream & Shout' singer is currently readying her new album for an expected release later this year, and has promised a "new approach" to her music that will "surprise" people.

Britney Spears also debuted a brand new song called 'Ooh La La' last week as part of the soundtrack to upcoming animated sequel The Smurfs 2.