Michael Jackson

Born: 29 August 1958, Gary, Indiana, USA
51 years old
Nickname: King Of Pop, MJ, The Gloved One, Wacko Jacko, Jacko
Dated: Lisa Marie Presley, Brooke Shields, Deborah "Debbie" Rowe
Claim to fame: Michael Jackson, died 25 June 2009 in Los Angeles, was a legendary singer, performance artist and songwriter. He started his career as a child in The Jackson Five together with his brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon. Michael Jackson 9 brothers and sisters in total. Two of his sisters Janet Jackson and La Toya Jackson are both famous artists in their own right.

Michael Jackson's album Thriller (1982) has sold more than 100 million copies and is the world's best-selling record of all time. The King of Pop has also had 13 number one singles in his solo career. The cost for producing his video "Scream" was over 7 million dollars, a world record so far and the music video "Ghosts" is 35 minutes long, also a record. Jackson was inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame twice, once as a solo artist and once with The Jackson Five.

Jackson was married to Elvis Presley's daughter Lisa Marie Presley (1994-1996) and to Deborah "Debbie" Rowe (1996-1999) with whom he has children Prince Michael and
Paris Katherine. Michael Jackson also has a second son, Prince Michael II, who is called
Blanket. It's not known who the mother is, but MJ claimed that he was the biological father of all his children. Actor Macaulay Culkin is the godfather to the two eldest children.

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Lilo Pays Her Own Jackson Tribute!

Friday 9:36 PM, 26/06/2009

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We spotted Lindsay Lohana and Samantha Ronson on their way out to dinner at Jones Bar in Hollywood last night. For a change, we are not going to say anything about these two and their on and off relationship and how they really need to decide what is what! We are just going to say we love Lindsay's Michael Jackson-inspired coat and think its great that she is honouring him in her own special way. You have to love Lindsay's love of fashion!

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Top List: Your Favourite Michael Jackson Song:

Friday 4:06 PM, 26/06/2009

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Michael Jackson had one smash hit after another, but these 10 songs stood out for us as his most iconic. We have put together a video gallery to honour his amazing talent. let us know which of these is your favourite!

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Michael Jackson's Most Iconic Fashion Choices

Friday 3:51 PM, 26/06/2009

The first time Michael wore this red leather jacket was for his "Beat It" video and since then he recreated the look many times in slightly different ways

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Michael became synonomous with aviator style sunglasses

Fans loved to copy Michaels sharp Gangsta tailored look from the "Smooth Criminal" video

Military-inspired jackets became Michael's signature look

In 1988 Michael's sexy second-skin outfits covered in leather straps and metal buckles brought this kind of clothing from underground to mainstream

Those white socks and cut-off leather pants with black leather loafers are one of his most iconic looks

Setting off a massive trend, Jackson wore just one bedazzled glove to the 1984 Grammys and fashionistas everywhere followed the trend

During his court battle Michael went through a phase of wearing pure white.

In the last few months of his life Michael sported many designer jackets from female luxury brands like Balmain and Givenchy

From his very first red leather bomber jacket back in the 1980's Michael Jackson inspired a whole generation of fashion trends. Michael developed a unique and individual and sometimes quirky and over the top personal style throughout the course of his life. Here are some of his most memorable looks and fashion pieces.

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Which look will you remember most?

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Celebrities Pay Tribute to MJ

Friday 12:40 PM, 26/06/2009

Madonna: "I can't stop crying over the sad news, I have always admired Michael Jackson. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever!"

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Justin Timberlake: "We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music but of all music,"

Brooke Shields: "My heart is overcome with sadness for the devastating loss of my true friend Michael,"

Lisa Marie Presley: "I am so very sad and confused with every emotion possible. I am heartbroken for his children, who I know were everything to him, and for his family. This is such a massive loss on so many levels, words fail me."

Usher: "I would not be the artist, performer, and philanthropist I am today without the influence of Michael. I have great admiration and respect for him and I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to meet and perform with such a great entertainer, who in so many ways, transcended the culture"

Jane Fonda: "I am stunned. My friend, Michael Jackson is dead."

Cher: "I am having a million reactions,"When I think of him, I think of this young boy, this teenager I first met ?"

Britney Spears: "I was so excited to see his show in London. We were going to be on tour in Europe at the same time and I was going to fly in to see him. He has been an inspiration throughout my entire life and I'm devastated he's gone!"

Michael Jackson's sudden death yesterday has upset millions of friends, fans and loved ones. Many of Michael's celebrity friends have already come out with public statements about their feelings and memories about Michael. From huge life-long fans Madonna, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake to old friends like Jane Fonda, Brooke Shields and even Michael's ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley have all expressed their sadness at the loss of Michael's talent and Cher called into Larry King's talk show last night to share some of her best memories. Take a look at what they said:

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Fans Flock To Michael's Home and Hospital

Friday 11:37 AM, 26/06/2009

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News spread through Los Angeles yesterday that pop legend Michael Jackson has suffered an apparent cardiac arrest in his home and pronounced dead at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center not far from his rental mansion in the Holmby Hills. By yesterday evening, Michael's family left the hospital in a five-vehicle caravan, led by his sisters Janet Jackson and La Toya Jackson. Friends and fans wanting to pay tribute to their idol arrived in large groups at both his house, the hospital and at his star on the Hollywood boulevard.

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Michael Jackson: Remembering The King of Pop

Friday 10:30 AM, 26/06/2009

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The Jackson 5 is how Michael first became known

Michael performing live with his brothers Tito , Jackie , Marlon and Jermaine Jackson as the Jackson 5

Michael caused a sensation with his famous Moonwalk dance

Best Friends. Michael and legendary Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor shared a very special bond.

Michael was together with Elvis Presley's daughter Lisa Marie Presley between 1993 and 1996 in what was a very controversial relationship

Michael refused to answer any questions about or acknowledge any of his cosmetic surgeries

The mugshot from Michael's 2003 arrest where he was charged with child molestation and went through a televised trial, but was freed of all charges.

Michael announced earlier this year that he was going to make his big comeback this summer with a series of concerts in London's O2 arena.

Since the comeback announcement there was lots of speculation about Michael's health after he was photographed masked and covered coming in and out of medical centres.

We are all still in shock from the tragic news of Michael Jackson's death yesterday at his LA home. The singing legend was only 50 years old, but the influence and mark that he has left on pop music has been so huge it will probably last forever. We have put together a look back at Michael's amazing career and life. His great talent will be sorely missed, but never lost.

Michael's Grammy Legend Award in 1993: