Michael Jackson
Birth name Michael Joseph Jackson
Born August 29, 1958 Gary, Indiana, United States
Died June 25, 2009 (aged 50) Los Angeles, California, United States
Genres R&B, rock, pop, dance
Occupations Singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer,
choreographer, actor, businessman
Instrument Vocals
Voice types Tenor, falsetto
Years active 1964–2009
Labels Motown, Epic
Associated acts The Jackson 5, The Jacksons, Quincy Jones
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009), known as the "King of Pop", was an American musician and one of the most commercially successful entertainers of all time. His unique contributions to music and dance, along with a highly publicized personal life, made him a prominent figure in popular culture for four decades. Read more...
Hot News
April 12, 2010 Michael Jackson Sued by Long-Serving Publicist With 44 Million Dollars Lawsuit
Michael Jackson's long-serving publicist/manager Raymone Bain has joined the list of creditors seeking cash from the King of Pop's estate. Bain, who stood by the late pop superstar's side throughout his child molestation trial in 2005 and regularly defended the embattled singer on TV news shows, claims she's still owed $360,000 for her services. read more...
February 09, 2010 Autopsy: Michael Jackson Died Out of Propofol Intoxication
As Dr. Conrad Murray pleads not guilty to involuntary manslaughter, the autopsy report of Michael Jackson was released. The Los Angeles Coroner ruled that the King of Pop had died due to "acute propofol intoxication". Propofol is identified as a powerful anesthetic that is usually given to a patient before a major surgery. read more...
January 21, 2010 Michael Jackson Grammy tribute, featuring Jennifer Hudson and Usher, to have 3D element
Michael Jackson will be honored at the 52nd Grammy Awards on January 31st, and the "King of Pop's" tribute will feature a first for the annual awards show--a 3D performance. A mini 3D movie made for Jackson's "Earth Song" will be shown as part of a massive tribute that features Smokey Robinson, Usher, Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson and Carrie Underwood. read more...
