Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958–June 25, 2009)
made his debut in 1968 as a member of The Jackson 5
solo career in 1971 while still a member of the group, a career that saw him dubbed the "King of Pop.
1982 album Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time
1st African American entertainer to amass a strong crossover following on MTV
Beyond his success on television, he popularized a number of physically complicated dance techniques -the robot and the moonwalk
Donated and raised millions of dollars for beneficial causes through his Heal the World Foundation, charity singles, and support of 39 charities
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice
Multiple Guinness World Records incl Most Successful Entertainer of All Time
13 Grammy Awards
13 number one singles in his solo career,
sales of over 750 million records worldwide
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