Michael Jackson Death Anniversary: Know Some Interesting Facts About MJ

Michael Jackson is often referred to as the "King of Pop" due to his unparalleled contributions to music, dance, and entertainment. He died on June 25, 2009. On his birth anniversary, take a look at some of the interesting facts about him.

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Jackson’s iconic moonwalk dance move, first performed in 1983, became one of the most famous and copied dance moves in history, symbolising his innovation in dance.

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Michael holds multiple Guinness World Records, including the record for "Most Successful Entertainer of All Time" and "Best-Selling Album of All Time" with Thriller.

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The music video for Thriller (1982) is considered one of the most iconic music videos of all time, featuring elaborate dance routines, special effects, and a mini horror film.

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Michael Jackson was known for his philanthropy, donating millions to charity. His charity work supported causes like HIV/AIDS research, children’s hospitals, and education.

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Jackson’s "moonwalk" was so iconic that it was humorously said to have been seen on the moon, symbolisi ng his cultural impact beyond Earth.

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Thriller (1982) became the world’s best-selling album, with over 66 million copies sold worldwide and still remains the highest-selling album of all time.

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