Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, found dead
On June 25, 2009, Michael Jackson, the King of Pop was found dead in Bel Air, California. He was renting a Bel Air estate where he was rehearsing for his upcoming European tour “This Is It”, that was to begin in July 2009. He will be deeply missed by many.
As a child, I remember watching re-runs of the Jackson 5 cartoons on Saturday mornings. They played many of his well know tunes. As I grew up, Michael and his singing family, The Jackson 5, produced many famous hits. Michael eventually went solo and became one of the biggest stars in the music industry.
I remember when MTV first began playing his music video of Billie Jean. Michael Jackson was the first African-American singer to cross over racial lines into the Rock and Roll/Pop Music video station. His video showcased his unique style of dancing. It was fresh and energetic.
Many people are not aware of Michael Jackson’s humanitarian efforts. He made videos to save the rainforests in South America, the homeless people across the world, the drought in Africa and war torn areas in Eastern Europe (check out the “Earth” video on youtube.com). Michael Jackson has contributed to many charities.
Michael Jackson always seemed to be in the public eye. Much publicity (and speculation) was released regarding the plastic surgery he underwent and the whitening of his skin. Later in his life Michael received negative publicity in his personal life and was reported to be in financial distress.
I believe Michael Jackson was one of the greatest performers of all time. His music (and the Jackson 5) has been used in movies, re-recorded by other artists and of course used in dance studios. His dance moves and style have been copied by many Michael Jackson impersonators.
Whether or not you agree with his lifestyle, I don’t think anyone can dispute that Michael Jackson was one of the greatest entertainers of our time.
regards,
Mark Mendez
As a child, I remember watching re-runs of the Jackson 5 cartoons on Saturday mornings. They played many of his well know tunes. As I grew up, Michael and his singing family, The Jackson 5, produced many famous hits. Michael eventually went solo and became one of the biggest stars in the music industry.
I remember when MTV first began playing his music video of Billie Jean. Michael Jackson was the first African-American singer to cross over racial lines into the Rock and Roll/Pop Music video station. His video showcased his unique style of dancing. It was fresh and energetic.
Many people are not aware of Michael Jackson’s humanitarian efforts. He made videos to save the rainforests in South America, the homeless people across the world, the drought in Africa and war torn areas in Eastern Europe (check out the “Earth” video on youtube.com). Michael Jackson has contributed to many charities.
Michael Jackson always seemed to be in the public eye. Much publicity (and speculation) was released regarding the plastic surgery he underwent and the whitening of his skin. Later in his life Michael received negative publicity in his personal life and was reported to be in financial distress.
I believe Michael Jackson was one of the greatest performers of all time. His music (and the Jackson 5) has been used in movies, re-recorded by other artists and of course used in dance studios. His dance moves and style have been copied by many Michael Jackson impersonators.
Whether or not you agree with his lifestyle, I don’t think anyone can dispute that Michael Jackson was one of the greatest entertainers of our time.
regards,
Mark Mendez
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