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Micheal Jackson 64Th Posthumous Birthday: 10 Biggest Moment Of His Life

POSTED ON August 31, 2023 •   ENTERTAINMENT      BY Samuel O . Adeniyi

August 29, 2023, marks the 64th Posthumous birthday of Legendary pop singer, Micheal Jackson.

Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana. He was the eighth of ten children. His father was a crane operator and his mother was a homemaker.

Jackson began his career as a child star with his brothers in the Jackson 5. They released their first album in 1969 and went on to become one of the biggest pop groups of all time.

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In 1971, Jackson launched his solo career with the release of his debut album, "Got to Be There." He went on to release 10 more solo albums, all of which were commercial successes. His most successful albums include "Thriller" (1982), "Bad" (1987), and "Dangerous" (1991).

Known for his innovative dance moves and his elaborate music videos, Jackson became a pioneer in the use of special effects in music videos. His music videos for songs like "Thriller" and "Black or White" were groundbreaking and helped to set the standard for music videos in the 1980s and 1990s.

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Jackson was also a successful actor. He starred in the films "The Wiz" (1978) and "Moonwalker" (1988). He also made cameo appearances in films such as "Captain EO" (1986) and "Men in Black II" (2002).

The pop singer was a global icon and his music and videos were enjoyed by people all over the world. He was also a philanthropist and donated millions of dollars to charity.

Jackson died on June 25, 2009, at the age of 50. His death was a shock to the world and millions of people mourned his loss.

Here are 10 of Michael Jackson's biggest moments in his career:

1. Micheal Jackson Making his debut with The Jackson 5: In 1969, Michael Jackson and his four older brothers formed the Jackson 5, a Motown Records group that went on to become one of the most successful pop groups of all time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUcUS2cIieA 2. Micheal Jackson Releasing his solo debut album, Off the Wall: In 1979, Jackson released his solo debut album, Off the Wall, which featured the hit singles "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" and "Rock with You." The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Jackson as a solo artist.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BfcRjZn6y4 3. Releasing Thriller: In 1982, Jackson released his sixth studio album, Thriller, which is widely considered to be the greatest album of all time. The album featured the hit singles "Billie Jean," "Beat It," and "Thriller." It was a critical and commercial success, selling over 100 million copies worldwide.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOnqjkJTMaA  4. Performing at the Motown 25th Anniversary Special: In 1983, Jackson performed at the Motown 25th Anniversary Special, where he debuted his signature moonwalk dance move. The performance was a cultural phenomenon, and it helped to solidify Jackson's status as a global superstar. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fR2WFQRbP3g 5. Performing at the 1984 Olympic Games: Jackson performed at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, and his performance of "Billie Jean" is considered one of the most iconic live performances of all time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJK-g-glYRo 6. Winning eight Grammy Awards in one night: In 1984, Jackson won eight Grammy Awards at the 26th Annual Grammy Awards, tying the record for most Grammys won in one night. He won awards for Album of the Year (Thriller), Record of the Year ("Beat It"), Song of the Year ("Billie Jean"), Best Male Pop Vocal Performance ("Billie Jean"), Best Male R&B Vocal Performance ("Rock With You"), Best R&B Song ("Billie Jean"), Best Dance Recording ("Beat It"), and Best Engineered Recording, Non-Classical (Thriller).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5WzACJSdl4 7. Directing and starring in a Pepsi commercial: In 1984, Jackson starred in a Pepsi commercial that featured him performing his signature moonwalk dance move. The commercial was a huge success, but it also caused Jackson to suffer second-degree burns on his scalp when pyrotechnics exploded prematurely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=po0jY4WvCIc 8. Micheal Jackson Starting his own record label, MJJ Productions: In 1985, Jackson founded his own record label, MJJ Productions. The label released his albums Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991), and HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I (1995).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rgELmO9Wvg 9. Micheal Jackson Purchasing the Neverland Ranch: In 1988, Jackson purchased the Neverland Ranch, a 2,700-acre estate in California. The ranch featured a zoo, amusement park, and movie theatre. Jackson often hosted children at the ranch, and it became a symbol of his eccentricity and isolation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gE5InwJSUuA 10. Micheal Jackson Releasing his tenth and final studio album, Invincible: In 2001, Jackson released his tenth and final studio album, Invincible. The album was a commercial success, but it was not as well-received critically as his previous albums. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXzM0zmDEek Micheal Jackson's Death: In 2009, Jackson died of acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication at the age of 50. His death was ruled a homicide, and his personal physician, Conrad Murray, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiVAym6kuI8

Michael Jackson's legacy continues to inspire and entertain people around the world. He was a true icon, and his music will be enjoyed for generations to come.

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