Michael Jackson — biography, films, roles and trivia

Biography

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist, dancer, singer-songwriter, musician, and philanthropist. Referred to as the King of Pop, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contribution to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades.

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Filmography

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2026 Michael Jackson: An American Tragedy Self (archive footage)

2026 Michael Jackson: The Verdict plays himself, archive footage

Interesting facts

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Son of Joe Jackson and Katherine Jackson.
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Full name is Michael Joseph Jackson.
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Died of propofol overdose.
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The cause of death of the King of Pop Michael Jackson was an overdose of the powerful anesthetic propofol.
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Brother of La Toya Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Randy Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Janet Jackson and Rebbie Jackson.
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The singer is survived by three children - Prince Michael Jr, Paris Michael Katherine and Prince Michael II.
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Began his music career at the age of 5.
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Michael Jackson has been entered into the Guinness Book of Records 39 times.
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He is the younger brother of La Toya Jackson.
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Michael Jackson lectured at Oxford about children's rights and the terrible treatment of them by some parents.
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Michael Jackson was a strict vegetarian, first for health reasons and later for ethical reasons.