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Michael Jackson: King of Pop
Michael Jackson died of cardiac arrest at age 50 on June 25, 2009, sending shockwaves around the world. Look back at photos from his illustrious career.
The Jackson 5 perform on a TV show circa 1969. From left, Tito Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Jermaine Jackson.
Michael Jackson quickly became the standout star of the family group. Here he performs onstage circa 1970.
Michael Jackson poses during a portrait session in Los Angeles in 1971.
Michael Jackson performs with The Jacksons in New Orleans on October 3, 1979.
Jackson achieved superstardom with his solo career in the 1980s. Here Jackson is shown onstage in Kansas in 1983.
Michael Jackson performs onstage circa 1990.
Jackson broke a world record during the Bad tour in 1988, when 504,000 people attended seven sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium in London.
Jackson performs in concert circa 1991 in New York.
Known for his dance moves, Jackson is seen here jumping while performing during the Dangerous tour in 1992.
Jackson performs in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Jackson performs with his brothers.
Jackson performs during the Bad tour at Wembley Stadium in London.
Jackson performs during the taping of “American Bandstand’s 50th: A Celebration” in 2002.
Michael Jackson earned the Legend Award during the MTV Video Music Awards in Tokyo in 2006.
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