Michael Jackson

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Active
1971 to 2009
Born
August 29, 1958 in Gary
Died
June 25, 2009
Location
Gary, Indiana , United States
A.K.A.
Michael Joseph Jackson, the King of Pop
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Country
Biography
For other people named Michael Jackson, see Michael Jackson (disambiguation).
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, actor, dancer, businessman, and philanthropist. Called the King of Pop, his contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades.
The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971.
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