Pop Icon Michael Jackson Dies Thursday, June 25th, 2009, at Age 50
// August 20th, 2009 // News / Society
The man known the world over for his contributions that helped to shape pop music culture, Michael Jackson, died Thursday, June 25th, 2009, after being rushed to UCLA Hospital in full cardiac arrest. The “King of Pop” was pronounced dead, shocking the world, at 2:26 pm after well over an hour of resuscitation attempts. His brother, Jermaine, announced the news on live television and respectfully requested that the paparazzi consider the family and respect their privacy during this unexpected and sorrowful occurrence. For those that believe in superstition, Jackson completed the “rule of three” with his passing. Two other world renowned stars preceded him in death by mere hours; Ed McMahon and Farrah Fawcett.
Michael Jackson Trivia surely reveals much of the following. Born on the 29th of August, 1958, he became the Jackson family’s seventh child. Like his brothers and sisters, the world watched him grow into an adult. He soon made his mark on the world as the “King of Pop” and was ranked with such music icons as the Beatles and “The King” himself, Elvis Presley. In an almost unusual pairing, Jackson had, for a short time, been married to Lisa Marie Presley. The couple soon divorced after only 2 years of marriage. No children were conceived during their marriage.
His second marriage, with Dermatologist Deborah Rowe, produced two children. Again, the marriage ended in divorce. Michael Jr. (Prince Michael) and Paris Michael were both granted to Jackson during the 1999 divorce proceedings.
Of course, one of Jackson’s most infamous incidents involved his third child, Prince Michael (better known as Blanket). Shortly after the child’s birth, Jackson shocked the world again, though this time it wasn’t with music. He dangled his newborn child over a four story balcony railing while paparazzi videotaped and photographed the infant. His irresponsibility was quickly the biggest headline the world over, and Jackson issued a public apology for the “mistake” a short while later.
Aside from his record breaking albums, such as Thriller, Bad, Dangerous, and HIStory, Michael Jackson also experienced publicity that wasn’t nearly as positive as his record sales. In 1993, allegations of sexual abuse arose. A boy of 13, Jordan Chandler, claimed that Jackson had fondled him, among other things. Jackson was advised, and eventually did, settle the incident monetarily out of court. Jackson had been accused of similar abuse prior to this incident by his maid’s son. He was also accused of similar acts during a 2005 case against him involving another boy. This case actually went to trial and Jackson was found not guilty.
Jackson’s life has definitely been iconic in more ways than one and his legacy will surely live on in the hearts of his fans. Of course, to find out more Michael Jackson trivia, a quick search will surely satisfy your appetite. Other individuals may find Farrah Fawcett trivia more interesting.
