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Michael Jackson
For the British writer, see Michael Jackson (writer).
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| Born | Michael namn Jackson ()August 29, Gary, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 25, () (aged&#;50) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Cause&#;of death | Cardiac arrest induced by acute propofol and benzodiazepineintoxication |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Other&#;names | Michael Joe Jackson |
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| Years&#;active | – |
| Spouse(s) | Lisa Marie Presley &#; &#; (m.&#;; div.&#;)&#;Debbie Rowe &#; &#; (m.&#;; div.&#;)&#; |
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| Family | See Jackson family |
| Awards | Full list |
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Michael Joseph Jackson (born August 29, , Gary, Indiana; died June 25, , Los Angeles, California), was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he is widely regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century and one of the greatest entertainers of all time. He was also known for his philanthropy, charitable fundraising, and lifestyle, residing in a private amusement park he called "Neverland Ranch", as well as frequently becoming the focus of tabloid scrutiny. Jackson's contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his highly publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture spanning over four decades. He was also inducted into the Dance Hall of Fame as the first (and currently only) dancer from the world of pop and rock 'n' roll. Jackson's other achievements include 39 Guinness World Records (including "Most Successful Entertainer of All Time"),
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Michael Jackson
Who Was Michael Jackson?
Known as the “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson was a best-selling American singer, songwriter, and dancer. As a child, Jackson became the lead singer of his family’s popular Motown group, the Jackson 5. He went on to a solo career of astonishing worldwide success, delivering No. 1 hits from the albums Off the Wall, Thriller, and Bad. Thriller remains one of the best-selling albums in history. In his later years, Jackson was dogged by allegations of child molestation. The time Grammy Award winner died in at age 50 of a drug overdose just before launching a comeback tour.
Quick Facts
FULL NAME: Michael Joseph Jackson
BORN: August 29,
DIED: June 25,
BIRTHPLACE: Gary, Indiana
SPOUSES: Lisa Marie Presley () and Debbie Rowe ()
CHILDREN: Michael “Prince,”Paris, and Prince “Blanket”
ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Virgo
Early Life and Family
Michael Jackson, pictured in as a pre-teen, began his professional singing career at age 5.
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