Michael Jackson
- Born August 29, 1958Gary Indiana, recording artist and King of Pop (Thriller, Bad)
- October 29, 1982Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson release "Girl is Mine"
- December 1, 1982Michael Jackson releases his album "Thriller"
- February 26, 1983Michael Jackson's "Thriller" album goes to #1 & stays #1 for 37 weeks
- October 3, 1983Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson release "Say, Say, Say" in UK
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- January 16, 198411th American Music Award: Pat Benatar & Michael Jackson win
- January 27, 1984Michael Jackson is burned during filming for Pepsi commercial
- February 7, 1984Michael Jackson awarded a 4-ft-high platinum disc by CBS
- February 28, 198426th Grammy Awards: Michael Jackson wins 8 Grammys
- January 28, 1985Charity single "We Are the World" is recorded by supergroup USA for Africa (Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie and other pop stars)
- August 10, 1985Michael Jackson buys ATV Music (every Beatle song) for $47 million
- September 19, 1986"Captain EO" with Michael Jackson premieres
- May 29, 1987Michael Jackson attempts to buy Elephant Man's remains
- June 7, 1990Michael Jackson hospitalized for chest pains
- June 9, 1990Michael Jackson is hospitalized with inflamed rib cartilage
- March 20, 1991Michael Jackson signs $65M 6 album deal with Sony records
- May 13, 1991"Michael Jackson: Magic & Madness" goes on sale
- November 14, 1991Michael Jackson's "Black or White" video premieres on FOX TV
- February 10, 1993"Michael Jackson Talks To Oprah Winfrey" airs on ABC & drew an astounding 39.3 rating/56 share, 90 million people
- January 25, 1994Accused of molesting a 13-year-old boy, Michael Jackson settles a civil lawsuit out of court
- September 6, 199411th MTV Awards: Aerosmith, Lisa Marie & Michael Jackson win
- September 8, 1994MTV awards feature newlyweds Michael Jackson & Lisa Marie Presley
- December 6, 1995Michael Jackson collapses while rehearsing for an HBO special
- May 6, 1997Michael Jackson & Bee Gees inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- January 9, 2002Michael Jackson receives the Artist of the Century award at the American music awards
- June 13, 2005A jury in Santa Maria, California acquits pop singer Michael Jackson of molesting 13-year-old Gavin Arvizo at his Neverland Ranch.
- Died June 25, 2009American recording artist, entertainer and King of Pop music (The Jackson 5, Thriller, Dangerous)
- November 18, 2022Michael Jackson released the album 'Thriller 40'
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Cueing up Michael Jackson...
Michael Jackson (1958-2009) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in popular music. He began his career as a child in the Jackson 5 before launching a legendary solo career in the late 1970s. Jackson's music spans genres including pop, rock, soul, and R&B.
His notable works include iconic albums such as "Off the Wall" (1979), "Thriller" (1982), and "Bad" (1987). "Thriller" remains the best-selling album of all time, featuring hits like "Billie Jean," "Beat It," and the title track, which showcased groundbreaking music videos and dance moves, including the famous moonwalk.
Jackson's impact on music is profound; he transformed the music video into an art form and set new standards for performance, style, and choreography. He received numerous accolades, including 13 Grammy Awards and the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. His influence extends beyond music, affecting fashion, dance, and pop culture. Despite controversies in his later years, Jackson's legacy endures, making him a pivotal figure in the history of music and entertainment.