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Justin Bieber said he still laments the loss of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

At the Michael Jackson hand and footprint ceremony, Justin told Access Hollywood’s Billy Bush: “You know what? I wish I would’ve been able to meet him. It was really sad that… I basically released my first single the week he passed, so it was really unfortunate. So I feel like, it’s just really sad. That was one person I really wanted to meet.”

On such a big day, Justin said he was thinking about Michael’s tremendous legacy – something that continues to inspire him.

“He’s an icon. Every time that I go out on stage, every time I go out and perform, I’m always trying to be the best and that’s what he always did… And there’s never gonna be another Michael Jackson as long as anyone lives. I think that he’s just incredible and it’s an honor to be here.”

The Michael Jackson hand and footprint ceremony featured a performance by the Cirque Du Soleil “Immortal World Tour” team and was attended by Michael’s family and children.