Michael Jackson’s fanatical obsession with his appearance changed the star’s exterior drastically, most noticeably his nose and the colour of his skin.
Michael Jackson’s darkest days; he arrives at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse with his mother, Katherine Jackson as he faces pedophilia charges. The case scarred Jackson’s reputation irreversibly, and his career never fully recovered.
Rolling Stone magazine described Michael as "a prodigy" with "overwhelming musical gifts," the big draw to the Jackson Five. Jackson began sharing lead vocals with his brother at the young age of eight years
Jackson co-wrote “We are the World” with Lionel Richie, a charity single for USA for Africa, which won four Grammys, including Song of the Year, in 1986.
America’s own Peter Pan built his Neverland Ranch at a cost of $17 mil, complete with Ferris wheel, menagerie, and movie theatre.
Jackson’s marriage to Elvis Presley’s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, lasted for less than two years. She remained his biggest source of emotional support as the child molestation turned public
Rolling Stone magazine described Michael as "a prodigy" with "overwhelming musical gifts," the big draw to the Jackson Five. Jackson began sharing lead vocals with his brother at the young age of eight years
Michael Jackson had a troubled childhood, marked deeply by physical and emotional abuse from his father. Many of the demons that plagued his adult life stemmed from this relationship, including his dissatisfaction with his appearance.
Jackson co-wrote “We are the World” with Lionel Richie, a charity single for USA for Africa, which won four Grammys, including Song of the Year, in 1986.
Jackson’s marriage to Elvis Presley’s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, lasted for less than two years. She remained his biggest source of emotional support as the child molestation turned public
Jackson did extensive charity work, and the proceeds of several of his tours were given to charity. Here he is seen with children from a special home in the southern Taiwanese city of Kaohsiung, in 1996, where he was performing as part of his "History" world tour.
Michael Jackson had a troubled childhood, marked deeply by physical and emotional abuse from his father. Many of the demons that plagued his adult life stemmed from this relationship, including his dissatisfaction with his appearance.
Michael Jackson’s unparallel success resulted in his title of King of Pop. His death was mourned across the globe, and tributes were attended by fans and celebrities alike.
Jackson shared close friendships with people high places, his music seemed to speak to people across borders. Here, he is seen with South African President Nelson Mandela, at the conclusion of a brief meeting at Mandela's Pretoria residence in 1996.
