With the passing of Michael Jackson, we lose one of the most beloved pop culture stars in history. Take a look back at some of the King Of Pop’s most memorable moments in music, fashion, and in his controversial personal life. [Photo: Getty Images]
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Not only have I suffered a great loss but truly the whole world has. Despite all the rumors and negative things about Michael Jackson there is no questioning his musical gift. His hard work and beautiful music and dancing that he gave the world is something that can never be denied. Michael will live on forever in the music and I think he was a wonderful and talented person overall. May you be the boy you were never meant to be Michael. R.I.P.
Michaels gift in music and dance is something the world has never seen. He is one of a kind. Michael will always be around in music and his hard work is left her on Earth through his music and dance. Michael has a good heart and just was very misunderstood. All that he did for children was ignored and people accused him of disgusiting things that he never diserved. Michael was an easy target and people took advantage. Im sure Michael is still dancing in heaven. God Bless Him and his kids.
Michael Jackson never let the world down, we let him down. People will always point fingers and accuse those that stick out of the crowd. He was a tremendous spirit and I mourn the end of his life
HI M.J IS ONE OF A KIND AND PEPOLE WILL DO ANYTHING TO GO TO A CONCERT. YALL THING LIL,WANYE AND BIRDMAN AND CHRIS BROWN AND SO ON IS GREAT NO THIS MAN IS WAY BETTER THAN ANYONE THEY NOT NO WHERE CLOSE TO HIM
RIP MICHEAL JACKSON 1958-2009 GONE BUT NOT FORGOTIN
Michael brought happiness to the world with his years of wonderful music ending many of his appearances with the peace sign. I think that was all he wanted in his life the one thing he never had I hope he finally has it in death……my heart goes out to first his mother a mother should never have to bury their child next to his children for losing the one parent who has been their for them and to the brothers, sister and other family members that has lost their love one….he will be missed forever by all young and old…everyone loves michael jackson
Michael Jackson was a tremendous entertainer. I still have an eight-track tape of him when he was in “The Jackson Five” years ago. From the moment he took the stage, he was a star. His singing and dancing made you feel good. I have really enjoyed watching his music videos on VH1 today. I could not hold back the tears when he sang “Gone Too Soon” about the boy’s life with aids. Michael was such a caring individual and yes, he too, is gone too soon. I miss you Michael and all the joy you brought to mine and peoples’ lives the world over. Rest in peace, dear child of God.
It is really hard to realize that M.J. is not alive. It is a sinking sad feeling deep down within that is hard to describe. I force myself to hold back tears and I’m constantly praying that he is at peace with God. I keep trying to put eternal life into focus and thank God that he was allowed to be here on earth and touched so many lifes with his music and magical talent. He truly was blessed and I believe he was a considerate and caring individual. I am praying for the strength of his family and for all of us who are truly sadden by his passing.
WOW!
AWSOME
I still cannot grasp the fact that Michael is gobe.All my family did was listen to his music growing up.My grandma had met him in his early days and she carried it on to my mother as I will to my children.Michael Jackson may be gone but his spirit lives on forever in our hearts.His music is his legacy and you will hear forever.R.I.P. Michael Love you so much<3
Why didn’t more of us say all of the good things we’re saying about him now, while he was still alive? Oh well, it’s not too late and it’s not going unnoticed either. All of the stars in the sky are eyes for Michael to see us yet, and the Moon is like a giant Flashlight at night. The Shooting Stars are like Flares for him to get our attention so we know he is watching over us, {just like the song he sang says, “Where there is love, I’ll be there”, The name of the song is, “I’ll Be There”, written by Berry Gordy, Bob West, Hal Davis and Willie Hutch”. There are also, The Comets which are like “dirty snow balls”, for Michael to throw at The Media, Ha haaa! Last of all, the Sun surrounds us all with warmth and Love from Michael and all of our other loved one’s, {now Angels}, in Heaven. I’ll bet Michael’s heart has never smiled as much as it is now, {as he sees the millions and millions of people coming forward with nothing but Love for him}!
I grew up listening to Michael Jackson’s music, and I will probably be listening to it when I’m in my 70′s. He is timeless, his music and talents have inspired many others who have walked in his footsteps. And I can’t help thinking that this terrible trajedy could have been avoided. When I think about what the world has lost, I just cry. God obviously has other plans for Michael, I just wish he would have let him stay to get through this tour, so he could show his kids what he could really do, because that’s all he wanted. I also wish I could have seen his magic in person, I never got to and that is my loss. But I will always have his music, we all will. God Bless his family, especially his children, I hope they can have a somewhat normal life (as long as Joe Jackson stays out of their lives). I hope the court battle is a short one, that probably won’t happen. Most especially I hope that Michael is finally at peace and in heaven can be the boy he wasn’t allowed to be while he was on this earth. Be at peace Michael. I love and miss you. Your devoted fan Teri.
i love you Michael your birthday is in mine it hurt because you are my king of pop .You show me how to dance . i am crying for you . i didn’t got a tickets to see you i will see you on tv
i’m so sad an hurt that michaels gone he just wanted someone to love him and understand him but they broke his heart an lie on him i hope his kids don’t watch the t.v. much because the talk shows took words and use them for their gain to hurt him and they know who they are love you mike always!!!!!!!!!
When news was annouced that micheal jackson has past away everyone wasd devistated. Who would think that micheal jackson would past away at the age of 50. Micheal was a great performer and everyone admires micheal. Micheal Jackson will always be remembered as the king of pop and his legacy will be remembered.
I am a 60 yr. old Great Grandmother who raised a daughter very much in love with Michael, so much so I had his face painted on her 12th Birthday cake. Michael in my opinion was a musical genius and will be greatly missed. I know that he is in a much better place now, and is very happy finally. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and children.
Michael we love you and miss you very much. GOD BLESS,
You are MISSED sooo very very much Michael!!! I LOVE you soooo very much…. And I know I truly do believe that your spirit is alive…. Those who truly love you and believe in you know that you are with your children… still guiding them through spirit and I’m sure you always will… Please take good care of Michael for us GOD!!! Much Love and Peace, your friend… Dory
Encantador, nadie har lo que tu en un escenario, eres un bello mi MICHAEL. Descansa en Paz y Amor lo que nos dejas es imborrable KING OF POP!!!
NO SE QUE PALABRA SEA CORRECTA PARA DESCRIBIR LO MAGNIFICO QUE ERES MI MICHAEL CANTANDO, BAILANDO Y POR SI FUERA POCO GRAN SER HUMANO…
JACKO? Seriously? To Lauren Deiman or whoever wrote the caption..are you a fan? Because Michael hated the name Jacko…and it stood for calling him a whacko…SHAME ON YOU!! We are trying to remember him for his greatness, not for that stupid nickname that stupid people give him.
My sweet beautiful Michael is getting ready to be lay to rest & i still can’t believe it, i really wish i had the cash cause i would be there. But Michael i will be watching your memorial,& you will forever be in my heart. I’m just hearing you will be at the staples center…Be at peace,no more pain no more hurt i truley love you i’m very sadden……
MJ we will miss you. you now have greater work to do in heaven. sing sing sing too with the angels. may god bless you, your kids and your family. and shame on everyone else who judged you. for those who judged let your garments be white that is all i have to say. love you michael. you will never be topped. love you. RIP
i am deeply sadden at the fact of MJ. words cant describe how huge of a fan i am.
i wish that i could go back and change every thing that happen to michael.
my heart goes out to his kids and his family.LONG LIVE THE KING OF POP
RIP I WILL ALWAYS LUV AND CHERISH U MICHAEL.
RIP
Michael Jackson will always be remembered. Our live’s can change in a blink of an eye. Isn’t it funny that sometimes we don’t realize how blessed we really are until we have lost what we have been blessed with. We were very blessed to have Michael Jackson in our live’s. Noone can ever be equally comparable to Michael Jackson. He was a unique, special person and I have wonderful memories that will be cherished. We the world received a awesome gift and the awesome gift was that we had the priviledge to have Michael Jackson in our live’s. We were truly blessed! God bless you, Michael!
Michael Jackson wasn’t only an American icon, he was a legend in his own time and honestly one of my biggest heroes. I grew up with the Jackson Five and was blessed to have seen him in concert when he came in 1984 for the Victory tour. Over the years Michaels look may have changed, but his voice and his message was always the same. His voice impact hearts to put them into action to try to change to world and the ability to send chills down my back each and every time any of his song hits the air waves. He could see what was lacking in this world and he had the unique artistic ability to weave his soulful ballads into a visually stimulating story that always made you think. He was known by those around him as an exceptionally kind man and that kindness was sadly taken advantage of by the very hate and greed he wished to expel from people’s hearts. He simply wanted people to grow a heart and care a little about each other. That is my wish as well. Kindness goes along way and it is contagious, so please … spread a little love today. Do something unexpected for someone … help a stranger … deliver a get well card to someone who has no family … give an encouraging smile or word … bye a cup of coffee for a homeless man and sit and listen to his story … whatever you do, I can guarantee you the smile you put on their face will create more in its wake. Be kind to your fellow man … your heart might just thank you for it. Mama C
The entire world has suffered a great loss. I was the biggest Micheal Jackson fan, especially when I was in Jr High and High school. Around that time is when his HISstory album came out. I had every song memorized. I subscribed to the HISstory magazine, I loved him so much. Growing up very poor, and having to deal with an abusive step dad, Micheal Jackson and his wonderful music was often times the only thing that brought joy and hope into my sad little world.
All MJ did was provide millions of us with countless hours of entertainment with his beautiful and wonderful music and dancing. And all the media did was bash him, giving him horrible nicknames and creating bizzare storys about him. Sure, some of the things he did was odd to many of us, and we didn’t understand his behavior sometimes. But most of us didn’t understand his childhood, and most of us couldn’t imagine what it would be like to be the biggest star in the WORLD.
I have almost every Micheal Jackson song memorized. “Keep the Faith” “Gone Too Soon” almost every song. Even though I never met Michael and I was never able to attend one of his concerts, for several years of my life, he was a large part of my life. Some of the most difficult times in my life, Micheal Jackson and his music was there for me.
Micheal was truely gifted, he was sent to this Earth for a purpose. We are very blessed to be on this Earth the same time Micheal Jackson was.
Today is one of the saddest days of my life. Micheal, you are gone but will never be forgotten.
I am only 13, I love Michael, his music just speeks to us all and gives us hope. His voice was just like a beautiful tune. My friend and I are obsessed with him and his music he is a wonderful man and his music and his soul will live on forever! I love you, and I hope to meet you one day! ???
it’s terrible how people are finally starting to love him. i’m glad i stood by him throughout his life and didn’t speak badly about him. i don’t feel guilty cuz i have nothing to feel guilty about. i miss him dearly. it was like he spoke to every fan in a different way and it was like people knew him and like a he was only speaking to them. i know God will take good care of him. R.I.P. Michael. btw, you raised some strong kids. i love them dearly also. God will also be watching over them.
It’s a tragic lost what the death of Michael Jackson has meant to humanity. Unfortunately, while he was alive the world refused to appreciate him.
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michael is and will always be one of a kind. a saver to many,many people me for one he will always be in my heart and i will listen to his and his brothers music til it,s my time to meet with god michael will live forever……… lisa alabama
Michael R.I.P Michael you were loved by so many, many more than you could every dream on. I was that little girl that always dreamed and wished that I could meet you. Thoughtout my entire life if their was anyone in the world that I could have met ,it could have been you Michael, I really wanted to talk to you, hang out with you, I just wanted to be that true friend in your life. I didnt want money didnt want fame, just wanted the opportuntity to know you personality. When I was about 10 years old I almost got my head smashed trying to see you back stage in Chicago Illinois. As a kid I didnot miss a Jackson 5 concert. 30 years later I flew to the staple center in LA to see you. I tried to make it to your home going.But I will see you when I get there. Enjoy your peace You will Never be forgotten! I am that friend that always understood and was always on yourside
LEAVE MICHEAL THE HELL ALONE LET HIM GET HIS REST
i wish i would a find you why he gone soooooooooo soon i canit stop crying from sence i heard the news i fainted on the floor i was in the hospital for three days when micheal die it feel like he took a part of me also but if that doctor kill micheal he will go to hell but micheals in a better place now
i wish i saw him in concert! i love him! sometimes i feel like crying when i think about it. it feels as if somethings missing now. like my soul, well being, heart, or… whatever was ripped out, torn up into little peices and stomped on. the music business and my life, will NEVER be the same again!
he was such a beautiful man, inside and out. whenever i feel lost or empty, i put in a Michael Jackson song and feel better all over again. that’s how good he really was.
my payers go out to taht family and if there any thing they need just call me
my payers go out to his family his was an roll model for the kids of tomrrow i wiil miss him and his music he would aiways be in our hearts.i miss u michael
i think michael had a ruff life because the child mulustation.He was the #1 famous person ever!!!!!I think for my opion he was like a kid because he didn’t get the childhood us kids have.(R.I.P.Michael:()
i have followed michael jackson life for many years love his music and loved him as aperson so loving toward people and toward animals ,he has been been an inspiration i love all his music cannot get enough every thing i want to hear is from him i love his children and his brothers and sisters they are wonderful in the music business but the one thing i am jealous of is the bod the jackson family can’t have with my own family i pray that my will some day come together as one and be as strong as yours but i cherish michaels music it touches the heart of all and the animals i know will miss him and wonder where he went they don’t under stand but they have spirts they know he is gone and they are mourning just like the rest of us he will live for ever with us and i will always cherish his music and i still cannot believe he is really gone but he will always be in my heart i love you michael
Beautiful site!
the blurbs for every pic are really offensive, I hope those are removed…geez, when it came to Michael Jackson, people do turn into bullies
screw you with your comment under this picture.its nooooooooooot trueeeeeeeee
Michael Jackson fans must see the stunning solid silver statue of the late king by sculptor Billa Dhand. Truly a fitting tribute.