Michael Jackson

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Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958-June 25, 2009) was a son of
Katherine and Joseph Jackson with his five brothers: Tito, Randy,
Marlon, Jermaine and Jackie Jackson.
He was an American recording artist, dancer, singer and songwriter.
As the , Michael is recognized as the most successful
entertainer of all time. His contribution to music, dance and fashion
made him a global figure.
The eighth child of the Jackson family was with his 5 brothers a
member of the Jackson 5, and began his solo career in 1971.


 
 
 
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ðn the early 1980s, Jackson became a dominant figure in popular music.


The music videos for his songs ͞Beat ðt͟, ͞Billie Jean͟ and ͞Thriller͟, were an
a promotional tool and the popularity of these videos helped to bring the
new television channel MTV to fame. Videos such as ͞Black or White͟ and
͞Scream͟ made him a staple on MTV in the 1990s. Michael also
popularized a number of dance techniques such as robot and moonwalk.


 
 
 
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Jackson͛s album Thriller (1982 )is the best-selling album of all time. Off the
Wall (1979), Bad (1987), Dangerous(1991) and History (1995) are also in the
rank of the world͛s best selling. He had also other achievements like: 13
Grammy awards, 26 American music awards and 13 number 1 singles in the
US. His last rehearsal before dying was the one for the r  show. He
was also a notable humanitarian by donating , and helping children.


 
 
 
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‡ Music -    , Michael Jackson, 2010, Publisher Michael Jackson Company


 
 
 
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