Michael Joseph Jackson (born in Gary, Indiana-1958) was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor. Called the "King of Pop", his contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his highly-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over 4 decades.
Michael Jackson was inducted onto the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1980 as a member of the Jacksons and in 1984 as a solo artist. Throughout his career he received numerous honors and awards.
Jackson's awards include many Guinness World Records (8 in 2006 alone), including for the Most Successful Entertainer of All Time, and 13 Grammy Awards. Estimated sales of over 350 million records, worldwide, made Jackson one of the best-selling artists in modern music history.
In 2009 - Michael Jackson (50 at the time) died from heart failure due to medical negligence. Criminal charges of "involuntary manslaughter" were brought against those involved.
Michael Jackson was inducted onto the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1980 as a member of the Jacksons and in 1984 as a solo artist. Throughout his career he received numerous honors and awards.
Jackson's awards include many Guinness World Records (8 in 2006 alone), including for the Most Successful Entertainer of All Time, and 13 Grammy Awards. Estimated sales of over 350 million records, worldwide, made Jackson one of the best-selling artists in modern music history.
In 2009 - Michael Jackson (50 at the time) died from heart failure due to medical negligence. Criminal charges of "involuntary manslaughter" were brought against those involved.