Remembrance of Michael Jackson

[YouthFul]

Remembrance of Michael Jackson

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In remembrance of Michael Jackson, take a trip down memory lane with these pics from the King of Pop's past. Young Michael burst on the scene at age of 11 as a member of the Jackson 5.


Michael (far left) and his brothers rocked some serious fros in the '70s as they dominated the Billboard charts with hit singles such as "ABC" and "I'll Be There."


By the time he was in his late teens, Michael was an international heartthrob and about to embark on one of the most successful solo music careers in history.


The early '80s brought MJ more fame and success, along with tamer hair and famous friends. Brooke Shields accompanied Michael to the 53rd Academy Awards in 1981.


Michael's confidante and mentor, Quincy Jones, also produced his multi-platinum albums 1982's Thriller and 1987's Bad.


In addition to Macaulay Culkin and Corey Feldman, Jackson was pals with pint-sized "Webster" star, Emmanuel Lewis.


By the late '80s, Michael had undergone a drastic physical transformation and introduced one of his trademark accessories - the colored armband. For a decade of chart-toppers, Michael was given the Special Award of Achievement at the American Music Awards.


Michael and his fellow icon Madonna stole the spotlight at the 63rd Annual Academy Awards.


Michael's little sister, Janet, followed in her big bro's footsteps and became a superstar in her own right.


Michael and his wife at the time, Lisa Marie Presley, made headlines when they put on a public display of affection at the MTV Video Music Awards.



At the 1995 MTV VMAs, Michael was joined by Slash for a medley of "Billie Jean," "Beat It," "Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough," and "Black or White."

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[YouthFul]

There's no doubt about it. Michael has influenced nearly every pop act that has emerged in the past 30 years, including 'N SYNC.


Not only was Michael an immensely talented singer, he was also one of the greatest dancer's to hit the stage. We're sure Britney Spears picked up some of her moves by watching his classic videos.


Michael proved he still had "it" at his 30th Anniversary Celebration in 2001 alongside longtime fan Chris Tucker.


One of the many performers to honor Michael at his 30th Anniversary was Usher, who many consider to be Jackson's modern-day equivalent.


Michael and his dear friend, Elizabeth Taylor, often accompanied one another to numerous charity events and star-studded soirees.


Michael got the Times Square crowd riled up when he released his final solo album Invincible, which included the Top 10 hit "You Rock My World."


The King of Pop and the Godfather of Soul revolutionized not only RnB but the entire music industry.


In its heyday, Jackson's 2,800 acre Neverland Valley Ranch featured a zoo, an arcade, and an amusement park with bumper cars, a Ferris wheel, a merry-go-round, and a roller coaster.


Michael's sisters, LaToya and Janet, supported him through thick and thin.


As did Michael's mom, Katherine, who was undoubtedly his biggest fan.


Despite a rocky relationship, Michael and his father, Joe Jackson, remained relatively close.


In addition to his 13 Grammy wins, Jackson received 15 World Music Awards, more than any other male artist.


Michael was planning to return to the stage this summer with a series of concerts at London's O2 Arena.


We'll miss you, Michael. Rest in peace.


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[mindstate]

best thread you ever made

[Evil_Genious]

Originally Posted by mindstate best thread you ever made

Agreed.........

He was good looking back in the early 80's and of his brothers, will never understand why did all that moulding.....

[fezzy]

he just looks soo scary

[mindstate]

Originally Posted by Evil_Genious Agreed......... He was good looking back in the early 80's and of his brothers, will never understand why did all that moulding.....

i reckon he just had all the wrong people giving him all sorts of wrong advice....he claimed his father teased him a lot about his looks..

u think he looks good..look at latoya jackson b4 the surgery..

[DJ B4VVY]

Yep, he was very good looking back in the days, I heard he had some sort of a skin problem that's why he had surgery done but then he just got addicted to it and kept having more and more done.

[Pretzel]

woah, godbless him x

[Pretzel]

Originally Posted by DJ B4VVY Yep, he was very good looking back in the days, I heard he had some sort of a skin problem that's why he had surgery done but then he just got addicted to it and kept having more and more done.

Yeah, he claimed he suffered vitiligo ( discolouration of the skin )

although lots of black people have had skin lightening treatments i.e lil kim... people thought the same about Jacko... not sure if he did, but he diffinatly had a skin disorder you can tell from his hands, he has patches... face is all one colour coz of makeup.

[mindstate]

latoya has vitiligo too?

[Pretzel]

Nah she looks brown... vitiligio is where theres no pigment... no colour.

[$xy $onz]

wow an amazing thread

i always heard he hated his dad im confused bwt dat cuz dey said dat on a few documentaries dat use 2 b on once in a wile in da past saying dats y he had alot of plastic sergury done

[MojoJojo]

Good thread. Yeah he looked alrite back in the 80's - just goes to show what happens with stardom and success.

[Sidra240]

Originally Posted by $xy $onz wow an amazing thread i always heard he hated his dad im confused bwt dat cuz dey said dat on a few documentaries dat use 2 b on once in a wile in da past saying dats y he had alot of plastic sergury done

he disliked his dad as he used to whip him during his childhood. That was the reason he didnt get along with him too well...And his dad always said about his looks which is another reason maybe why he changed his looks so much....

[Sidra240]

As far as i have read and believe that MJ was suffereing from Vitiligo...If you look closely at some of his pictures, you will be able to notice it and that was another reason why in many of his pictures he mainly wore full sleeves and pretty much most of his body was always covered....

Although he had a alot of plastic surgery....but one thing has never changed from his childhood to adulthood was his Smile...It remained the same throughout...