Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson | |
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_(contrast).jpg) Jackson in 1983 | |
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| Birth name | Michael Joseph Jackson |
| Born | August 29, 1958 Gary, Indiana, US |
| Died | June 25, 2009 (aged 50) Los Angeles, California, US |
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| Website | michaeljackson |
Biography
Michael Jackson, born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer, widely regarded as one of the most influential entertainers in the history of music. He rose to fame at a young age as the lead singer of the Jackson 5, a Motown group formed with his brothers. With hits like “I Want You Back” and “ABC,” Jackson’s talent quickly stood out.
In the late 1970s, Jackson launched a solo career that would define pop music for decades. His 1979 album Off the Wall marked his breakthrough as an adult solo artist. However, it was 1982’s Thriller that solidified his superstar status. Thriller became the best-selling album of all time, featuring iconic tracks like “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and the title track “Thriller.” Jackson's groundbreaking music videos and his signature dance move, the Moonwalk, revolutionized pop culture.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Jackson released a string of successful albums, including Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991), and HIStory (1995). Known as the "King of Pop," he earned numerous awards, including 13 Grammy Awards and the Grammy Legend Award.
Jackson’s life was also marked by controversy and legal battles, particularly related to his personal life and allegations of child sexual abuse, which he consistently denied. Despite the challenges, his musical legacy remained powerful.
Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009, from acute propofol intoxication at the age of 50, sparking an outpouring of global grief. He left behind a profound cultural legacy, influencing generations of artists across genres. His impact on music, dance, and visual performance continues to shape popular entertainment today. Jackson remains a complex and iconic figure whose artistic genius redefined the boundaries of pop music.
Music (likes)
Brett Ratner Interview (2003)
- Nutcracker Suite - Tchaikovsky
- Claude Debussy (general)
- What's Going On - Marvin Gaye
- Live at the Apollo - James Brown
- The Sound of Music - Rodgers and Hammerstein
- Holland-Dozier-Holland (general)
- Sly & the Family Stone (general)
- Stevie Wonder (general)
- Talking Book - Stevie Wonder
- Songs in the Key of Life - Stevie Wonder
- Living for the City - Stevie Wonder
- Bee Gees (general)
- How Can You Mend a Broken Heart - Bee Gees
- Jackie Wilson (general)
- The Temptations (general)
- Burt Bacharach (general)
- The Temptations (general)
- Eleanor Rigby - The Beatles
- Yesterday - The Beatles
- The Supremes (general)
- Peter, Paul and Mary (general)
- The Mamas & the Papas (general)
- Under the Boardwalk - The Drifters
- On Broadway - The Drifters
- Alfie - Dionne Warwick [1]
Literature (likes)
Official Website Blog Post (2018)
- Peter Pan - J.M. Barrie
- The Old Man and the Sea - Ernest Hemingway
- Rip Van Winkle - Washington Irving
- Ralph Waldo Emerson (general) [2]
Food (likes)
Personal Chef Mani Niall Interview (2020)
- Pizza
- Spicy smoked red Chile enchiladas
- Grilled tofu shish kebabs with couscous and Moroccan sauce
- cookies made with pecans and sweetened with maple syrup, not sugar [3]
Airline Meal Passenger Profile (2003)
- KFC Original chicken breast
- Mashed potato
- Corn
- Biscuits
- Scrambeled eggs
- Strawberry jelly
- Gravy
- Spray butter
- Salmon lox
- Low-fat wheat bagels
- Low-fat cream cheese
- Oranges
- Grapes
- Apples
- Bananas
- Sundae
- Gum
- Mints
- White wine
- Diet Coke
- 7-Up
- Orange Crush
- Fruit punch
- Tequila
- Gin
- Crown Royal
- Cheese and crackers
- Big Red Gum [4]
Food (dislikes)
Personal Chef Mani Niall Interview (2020)
- Chocolate
- Pasta[3]
Airline Meal Passenger Profile (2003)
- Chocolate
- Peanut butter
- Broccoli
- Strong scented foods (general) [4]
References
- ↑ Petillantes1 (March 18, 2012). Michael Jackson interview with Brett Ratner in 2003 - VOSTFR (YouTube video). Retrieved July 2, 2025.
- ↑ "Discover Some Of Michael Jackson's Favorite Books This Summer". Michael Jackson. July 10, 2018. Retrieved July 2, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Michael Jackson's Former Personal Chef Dishes on the King of Pop's Quirky Eating Habits" (Interview). People Magazine. 3 December 2020. Retrieved 2 July 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Gleadow, Ewan (2024-12-12). "Michael Jackson's bizarre tour diet – 'daily KFC, eggs with jam and wine in Diet Coke cans'". The Mirror. Retrieved 2025-07-02.