Jamia (profile) was recently a speaker at the TEDx NASA event held in Newport News, VA on November 20, 2009. Following her speech, Jamia performed her rendition of “What a Wonderful World” (originally performed by Louis Armstrong). Take a peek at the video to see both her performance and speech. Jamia also attended and performed at the Airline Ambassadors Children of the World Fundraiser on December 3, 2009. Attached are a few pictures from that appearance.

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In 2003 Jamia (profile) made an appearance at the NBA All Star Game at which she performed the National Anthem. Take a look at this Oldie But Goodie video of her performance. Though only 6 years old at the time, Jamia didn’t fail to wow the crowd!

Jamia is now 13 years old and she’s currently working on her debut CD which is to be filled with R&B style music. Jamia says her CD will take her fans back to why they fell in love with her and will sound totally different from her promotional music.

Singer/Actress Jamia Nash (profile), who will be celebrating her 13th birthday in just a week, performed during the “Salute to Apollo” ceremony at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts last month on Saturday, July 18th in Washington. The event was part of NASA’s week long celebration of the Apollo 40th Anniversary. See pictures of Jamia on stage. Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls)

YBS was shocked and saddened to hear the tragic news of Michael Jackson’s death yesterday. He is a legendary icon that has lived throughout our lives and we never imagined a life without his presence. Many of the YBS Starz hold him as their inspiration for working in the industry so we thought, as tribute to his memory, we would post some of the reactions a few of the Starz have posted up about MJ and what he meant to them:

Kwame: IT’S A SAD DAY IN THE WORLD 2DAY R.I.P. MICHAEL JACKSON THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MEMORIES…HEAVEN WILL BE ONE BIG PARTY DANCING TO YOUR HITS! 

Chelsea Tavares: Michael Jackson is one amazing man. his originality and creativeness inspired all of us. he knew wat he wanted since he was 5 yrs old. and he put his all into it, and achieved it! although there will NEVER be anotha MJ, he makes ppl want 2 accomplish the same goals as he did. and thats what im aiming 4! He’s part of history. he made music wat it is 2day. this is so surreal. my prayers go out 2 the Jackson’s. ily all! 

Nieko Mann: 6/25/2009 RIP…MR Michael Jackson My Prayers are def. with your family at this most tragic time! 

Sierra McClain: RIP the KING OF POP………your spirit and your music will live on…….. 

Tommi Williams: R.I.P Michael Jackson :’( such a legend .. so sad that he passed at 50. =[ 

Jamia Nash Family: The Nash Family is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Michael Jackson…He remains the sole inspiration of our dreams and aspirations in the entertainment industry…Rest in peace!

Yara Shahidi: Wow… I am very sad that one of my most favorite musicians died this week. Mr. Michael Jackson was an awesome dancer, singer, songwriter and person. If you have a chance, listen to some of his music.

Michael was one of the first Young Black Starz, starting his career at age 5, and proved himself to be a true talent from a very young age. We are so lucky to have lived during his lifetime and to have experienced some of his genius first hand. He will be missed but his spirit will live on through his timeless music.

Keke Palmer also posted a video about Michael on YouTube earlier today, which you can view by clicking read more. You can also see some of the Starz performing songs by Michael or the Jackson 5 as our musical tribute to him!

Please send your prayers up for The Jackson Family and all of those who were near and dear to him, especially his 3 young children! If you are one of the Starz and want your message to MJ included in this post, please email us.

Jamia has a big heart for serving others, and has been dedicating her talent to supporting several charities lately! She will be the latest artist to lend her voice to the Love. Hugs. Peace.™ movement, a global giving and kindness campaign created by Build-A-Bear Workshop® that offers young people around the world fun and simple ways to show they care.

Jamia and a growing group of artists, including Natalie Cole, David Archuleta of “American Idol” fame, and Camp Rock’s Meaghan Martin, recorded a special song called “Let’s Talk About Love” to benefit the Save the Children charity.

Jamia’s R&B version of “Let’s Talk About Love,” is now available at www.buildabear.com/lovehugspeace or any participating Build-A-Bear Workshop® store. You can receive a download card for a copy of “Let’s Talk About Love” performed by the artist of your choice, by making a $1 donation to Save the Children®.

*Update* you can watch a video clip of Jamia performing “Let’s Talk About Love” in the studio after the cut!