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Michael Jackson

American King of Pop

Michael Joseph Jackson, known as the 'King of Pop', was a significant cultural figure of the 20th century. His music, dance moves, and videos broke racial barriers and influenced artists across genres. With over 500 million records sold worldwide, he is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, earning numerous awards and Guinness World Records.

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Timeline

1958
Michael Jackson's Birth
Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, was born on August 29, 1958.
1958-08-29
Birth of Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson, the 'King of Pop,' was born on August 29, 1958, and became one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of popular music.
1962-08
Singing Debut with The Jackson Five
In August 1962, Michael Jackson made his singing debut with his brothers in The Jackson Five.
1964-08-01
Formation of The Jackson Five
The Jackson Five was formed on August 1, 1964.
1964-08-16
Debut with The Jackson 5
Michael Jackson made his first appearance as one of the singers of The Jackson 5, alongside his brothers, marking the beginning of his group career.
1968-08-07
First Jackson Five Album Release
"Diana Ross Presents the Jackson 5" was the name of the album released by the Jackson Five.
1970
Success of Jackson 5 Hits
The Jackson 5 hits “ABC, “The Love You Save” and “I’ll Be There” all reach No. 1 on Billboard charts.
1971-08-01
Release of 'Got to Be There'
The album 'Got to Be There' was released on August 1, 1971.
1971-11-06
Album Success in EU Top 40 Singles
From November 6, 1971, until the beginning of 2011, Michael Jackson's albums consistently held top positions in the EU top 40 singles chart, showcasing his high level of success and influence in the music industry.
1973-04-13
Music & Me Album Release
Michael Jackson released his third solo album, 'Music & Me,' on the Motown label, which sold 4 million copies worldwide. The album was reissued in 2009 as part of a 3-disc compilation.
1979-08-10
Release of Michael Jackson's 'Off the Wall' album
Michael Jackson released his solo album 'Off the Wall', which impressed the public with its music. The track 'Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough' from the album earned him a Grammy Award.
1982-11-30
Release of Thriller
On November 30, 1982, Michael Jackson's iconic album 'Thriller' was released, featuring hit tracks like 'Billie Jean' and 'The Girl Is Mine'. 'Thriller' went on to become the best-selling album of all time, with a global impact.
1982-11-30
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' album release
On November 30, 1982, Michael Jackson released his iconic album 'Thriller', which became the best-selling album of all time and had a significant impact on pop music.
1983-03-25
Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever
The TV special airs on NBC, featuring a memorable performance by "The Jacksons" and Michael Jackson's iconic rendition of "Billie Jean" including the jaw-dropping moonwalk.
1987-08-31
Bad Album Release
Michael Jackson's seventh studio album, 'Bad', was released on August 31, 1987. It has sold over 30 million copies worldwide.
1988-02-24
Michael Jackson U.S. Tour Opening Performance
Michael Jackson performs the opening show of his 13-city U.S. tour in Kansas City, Missouri, showcasing his iconic dance moves and musical talent.
1990
Thriller certified as best-selling album
Thriller is certified as the best-selling album ever by the Guinness Book of World Records, having sold 65 million copies to date.
1991-11-26
Dangerous Album Release
Michael Jackson's eighth studio album, 'Dangerous', was released on November 26, 1991. It debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart and has sold over 32 million copies worldwide. The album also won a Grammy for Best Engineered Album.
1993-01-31
Release of Dangerous
The album 'Dangerous' is released, featuring the highly successful song 'Black or White' which reaches number one.
1993-05-24
First Child Abuse Allegation
Michael Jackson was accused of abusing Jordan Chandler, with allegations of masturbation and forced oral sex. The father of the child made the accusations.
1993-08-18
Jackson Accused of Sexual Abuse
Michael Jackson faced an accusation in 1993 of having sexually abused a 13-year-old child, leading to the distress that caused him to cancel the Dangerous World Tour.
1994-08-01
Marriage to Lisa Marie Presley
On August 1, 1994, Michael Jackson married Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of the legendary musician Elvis Presley.
1995-06-16
Release of HIStory Album
Michael Jackson's ninth studio album, HIStory, was released on June 16, 1995 by Epic Records. The majority of the album's tracks were written and produced by Jackson.
1996-08-06
Divorce from Lisa Marie Presley
On August 6, 1996, Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley divorced after a two-year relationship.
1996-11-13
Second Marriage to Lisa Marie Presley
On November 13, 1996, Michael Jackson remarried Lisa Marie Presley.
1998-02-12
White complexion
Michael Jackson's appearance change led to serious degenerative skin cancer and other skin problems.
2002-02-21
Birth of Michael Jackson II (Blanket)
Michael Jackson's third child, Blanket, was born in La Mesa, California. The identity of the child's biological mother, a surrogate, remains unknown.
2003-09-28
Second Accusation of Child Violation
Michael Jackson faced his second accusation of child abuse, this time involving Gavin Arvizo.
2003-11-20
Michael Jackson booked on child molestation charges
On November 20, 2003, Michael Jackson was booked on child molestation charges in Santa Barbara County Jail. He left the jail holding up a peace sign, accompanied by his attorney Mark Geragos.
2005-01-31
Judgement on Child Violation Accusation
Michael Jackson was accused of violating a child, but he was later declared innocent of all charges after a trial from January 31, 2005, to June 13, 2005.
2005-06-01
Arrest of Michael Jackson
Following the screening of the documentary, allegations of pedophilia led to the arrest of Michael Jackson. He was later released on bail after being indicted.
2005-06-13
Acquittal on All Charges
On June 13, 2005, Michael Jackson was acquitted on all charges against him.
2009-01-01
Acquittal of Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson was acquitted of all accusations, but his career, fame, and finances were severely impacted.
2009-03-05
Announcement of London concerts
Michael Jackson announces a series of concerts in London, which were considered to be one of his most significant shows of the decade.
2009-06-25
Death of Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson tragically passed away at the age of 50.
2009-08-07
Michael Jackson's Funeral
Michael Jackson's funeral took place in the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Artists like Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Jennifer Hudson, Usher, Jermaine Jackson, and Shaheen Jafargholi participated in the funeral.
2009-09-03
Michael Jackson's Cardiac Arrest
Michael Jackson suffered a cardiac arrest at his home in Los Angeles, leading to his untimely death.
2009-10-28
Release of 'Michael Jackson's This Is It' documentary
Sony releases 'Michael Jackson's This Is It,' a documentary featuring rehearsal footage from Jackson's tour that was supposed to begin in July 2019. Jackson's family was publicly against the release of the film.
2010-12-10
Michael Album Release
The album 'Michael' containing previously unreleased tracks of Michael Jackson was released on December 10, 2010 by Epic Records and Sony Music Entertainment, featuring guest performances by Akon, 50 Cent, Lenny Kravitz, and Dave Grohl.
2011-11-07
Dr. Conrad Murray's Conviction
Dr. Conrad Murray was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in Michael Jackson's death and was later sentenced to a maximum of four years in prison.
2022
Michael Jackson Estate Claims $55M Received Since His Death
The estate of Michael Jackson asserts that his mother has received $55 million since the passing of the legendary pop star. This claim sheds light on the financial aspects of Jackson's posthumous legacy.
End of the Timeline
Michael Jackson

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