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The death of entertainment and music icon Michael Jackson has shocked the world.
The death of entertainment and music icon Michael Jackson has shocked the world. The 50 year old entertainer father of three was preparing for sold out summer concerts in London when he experienced what has been deemed a massive cardiac arrest. Though the circumstances of his death remain unclear his extraordinary life in the public spotlight from a young boy to an aging man is what will be remembered. The Billie Jean moonwalk from Motown's 25th Anniversary show. How his music forced MTV to show black artist, who previously only showed music from white entertainers. He transcended race and generations. He made Thriller and Thriller changed everything. Thriller was the top selling album of all time. His music video premieres were shown on prime time TV. He was an icon the likes of which in an era of instant communication, may never be seen again.
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