Michael Jackson

Date: 25-06-2009
"The King of Pop" is what Michael Jackson is often referred to. Together with Elvis Presley he is one of the most successful solo artists of all time. He was born on August 29th, 1958 in Indiana and already famous as a teenager when he was a member of "The Jackson Five". 
After starting his solo-career he became even more successful. His album "Thriller" is the number one selling record of all-time with over 65 million copies sold. 
But Jackson wasn't just famous for his music, also his dance moves were incredibly famous. Think of the Moonwalk for example! 
Some other interesting facts of Michael:
  • Michael's skin color changed over the years, probably as result of a condition named vitiligo, which causes the skin to lose his pigmentation. 
  • He was married to Elvis Presley's daughter Lisa Marie. 
  • His music video's often are little movies. Thriller's music video is almost 14 minutes long!
  • Michael lived at a house he called "Neverland". This gigantic villa and its surroundings are almost a theme park. 
In 2009 Michael was preparing for a new world tour where the entire world was looking forward to.
Suddenly on 25-06-2009 a a 911 call was made: Michael Jackson had stopped breathing!  He was brought to a hospital in Los Angeles were he died the same day.  
The autopsy concluded that Michael died off an overdose of medication. His personal physician, doctor Conrad Murray, was held responsible for the deadly amount of medication inside his body and was sentenced to four years in jail. 
Michael Jackson, The King of Pop, was only 50 years old. 
A selection of Michael Jackon's greatest hits.
Did you know?
Michael is the most awarded artist of all time. He has won 40 Billboard Awards, 13 Grammys, and 26 American Music Awards. 
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