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Michael Jackson was born on August 29th, 1958, in Gary, Indiana. At the age of five, Michael and his brothers started The Jackson 5. In 1968, The Jackson 5 signed with Motown Records and moved to California. Four of their original singles, "I Want You Back", "ABC", "The Love You Save", and "I'll Be There" all went to number one.

Michael Jackson recorded four solo albums and The Jackson 5 recorded fourteen albums until 1976 when they signed with Epic Records.

Michael Jackson released his first solo album "Off the Wall' in 1979 and in 1982 he came out with "Thriller." During the 'Motown 25 Years' anniversary show, Michael Jackson performed one of his signature moves, the legendary moonwalk. In 1984, Michael Jackson won the Grammy Award for Best Rhythm and Blues Song for "Billie Jean," Best Pop Vocal Performance: Male for "Thriller" and Best Rock Male Vocal Performance for "Beat It." Surprisingly, this was the year when Michael Jackson finally announced that he was splitting from The Jacksons during the last concert.

1987 brought the release of his third solo album "Bad" and his first world tour as a solo artist. Michael Jackson signed with Sony Music and released "Dangerous" in 1991. Around this time, Michael Jackson became the center of controversy. The allegations of child molestation began to emerge from a thirteen year old boy who claimed that he was fondled by the star.

Although Michael Jackson settled with the family out of court, the police never found evidence against him at the infamous Neverland Ranch. In 1994, perhaps in an attempt to clear his name, Michael Jackson married Lisa Marie Presley but divorced her in 1996. In 1995, Michael Jackson released his fifth solo, double album entitled "HIStory." While on tour for the album, Michael Jackson entered his second marriage, this time to Debbie Rowe, the nurse he met to treat his skin disorder. Their children Prince Michael Joseph Jackson Jr. was born in 1997, followed by daughter Paris Michael Katherine Jackson in 1998. They divorced in 1999 and Michael Jackson later had a child with another woman whom he called Blanket.

Michael Jackson managed to release a remix album in 1997 entitled "Blood on the Dance Floor." Epic Records released Michael Jackson's tenth and final studio album entitled "Invincible" in October 2001. The years that followed took a toll on Michael Jackson's reputation. Rumors of sleepovers at Neverland Ranch loomed. After he was acquitted of charges in court, the superstar moved to Bahrain in 2005.

After being reclusive for so long, the singer who had supposedly been suffering from various medical conditions, began to practice for his concert tour. July 8, 2009 would have marked his appearance on the O2 Arena in London. In a tragic and sudden death, Michael Jackson was taken from the world after suffering cardiac arrest on June 25, 2009 at the age of 50.

Video: Michael Jackson's Physician Conrad Murray Sentenced to Four Years in Jail!

Posted on November 30, 2011

We told you a month ago Michael Jackson's physician Dr. Conrad Murray was guilty of manslaughter and now we know the time he will serve. Watch how the verdict went down here!

Michael Jackson Biopic in the Works?

Posted on November 17, 2011

It's been a few years since we lost pop icon Michael Jackson and now it looks like Hollywood is talking about a MJ biopic. Read the details here.

GUILTY! Michael Jackson's Physician Conrad Murray Charged With Manslaughter!

Posted on November 07, 2011

After deliberating for nine hours, the jury finally came to the conclusion that Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's physician, was guilty of manslaughter. Read all the details here.

Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, and Others Pay Tribute to Michael Jackson!

Posted on October 10, 2011

We've been dishing about the star studded Michael Jackson tribute for quite some time and now it's finally happened. Find out how the tribute to this pop icon went.

Pepsi Honors Britney Spears, Michael Jackson and Other Legends!

Posted on September 23, 2011

Pepsi debuted a commercial this week that has all the great music icons in it however a few are decidedly missing from this list!

Controversy Surrounds Michael Jackson Tribute Concert!

Posted on September 13, 2011

It hasn't been smooth sailing for the organizers of the Michael Jackson tribute concert to be held this October in Wales...read about the drama here.

First Look at the Latest Michael Jackson Documentary

Posted on September 09, 2011

The documentary titled "Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon" will be released on DVD this November but a trailer for the documentary is out and it features sad footage of MJ's final days.

Janet Jackson to Miss Michael Jackson Tribute?

by Author Name on September 01, 2011

As we told you earlier Michael Jackson's tribute will be held in Wales this October and today we've learned that Janet, Michael's sister, will not be in attendance.

Happy Birthday to the Late Michael Jackson!

by Author Name on August 29, 2011

The King of Pop sadly passed before his time and today he would have turned 53. Let's take a moment to pay homage to the great Michael Jackson on his birthday.

Get Your MTV Video Music Award Wrap Up Here!

by Author Name on August 29, 2011

The MTV Video Music Awards was last night and there is lots of music news to report this morning! Check out a wrap up of the award show here.

Katy Perry Ties Michael Jackson to Make Billboard History

by Author Name on August 19, 2011

Katy Perry has tied pop icon Michael Jackson to make history on the charts this week. Find out why here.

Jay-Z, Kanye West, Chris Brown Approached for Michael Jackson Tribute

by Author Name on August 10, 2011

Singers Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Chris Brown have been approached to do a Michael Jackson tribute, The show is meant to take place in October. Read the details here.

Ganesh Hedge Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson!

by Author Name on July 09, 2011

After choreographing popular events like, FilmFare Awards and International Bollywood stage concerts, B-towns popular choreographer, Ganesh Hegde is now ready to pay a tribute to his idol, Michael Jackson.

Janet Jackson to Perform a Virtual Duet with Michael

by Author Name on June 29, 2011

With the help of technology, Janet Jackson will perform a virtual duet with pop icon and her late brother Michael Jackson. Read how this will occur here!

Celebrate World Music Day With Us!

by Author Name on June 21, 2011

To celebrate World Music Day, we're bringing you all the top five songs to influence the globe. Check them out here and celebrate decades of music with us!

DH! Exclusive: Sonu Niigaam Dishes About Michael Jackson Tribute!

by Author Name on June 21, 2011

We told you Sonu Niigaam was to perform with Jermaine Jackson at IIFA and now he tells us exclusively how the collaboration came about.

Sonu Nigam and Jermaine Jackson to Honor Michael Jackson at IIFA Awards

by Author Name on June 17, 2011

The IIFA Awards are coming up and a special performance from Sonu Niigaam will pay homage to Michael Jackson! As if it's not enough, Jermaine Jackson will also rock the microphone with Sonu Niigaam.

Michael Jackson Fans Unite to Make Video

by Author Name on June 14, 2011

Even though it has been almost two years to the day since international icon Michael Jackson passed away, fans all over the world are still affected by his voice, music and dance. Watch the video premiere of their project here!

Michael Jackson's Will Names Diana Ross As Guardian

by Author Name on April 28, 2011

Diana Ross will get custody of Jackson's children if anything happens to their grandmother. Read about it here. 

Michael Jackson Dreams of 'Hollywood Tonight'

by Author Name on March 10, 2011

Though Michael Jackson has passed away, we are still being treated to new music from the star! Check out Michael's newest release "Hollywood Tonight" here.

East Meets West: Who Wears Long Hair Best?

by Author Name on February 03, 2011

From Hollywood to Bollywood, stars love to grow their hair long every now and then, but from the East to the West, who wears the long hair-do best? Check out pics of Kareena Kapoor, Kim Kardashian, Shahrukh Khan, Michael Jackson, Brad Pitt and John Abraham here to pick your favorite hairy celeb. 

 

East Meets West: Which Star Wears Red Best?

by Author Name on December 23, 2010

The stars have always loved to dress up for Christmas, but from the East to the West, which celeb wears red best? Check out our pics of Kanye West, Salman Khan, Justin Timberlake, Ranbir Kapoor, Michael Jackson and Shahrukh Khan here to pick your favorite star in red.     

Usher Says He's the New Michael Jackson!

by Author Name on December 15, 2010

Usher seems to think he's ready to take over after the late Michael Jackson! Find out what the R&B star said here.

Michael Jackson and Akon Drop 'Hold My Hand' Video

by Author Name on December 09, 2010

You have already heard the track, now it's time to check out the video for Akon's and Michael Jackson's song "Hold My Hand."  

Michael Jackson Drops 'Blue Gangsta'

by Author Name on December 02, 2010

Another Michael Jackson song, another good beat! Listen to MJ's new track "Blue Gangsta" here. 

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