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Michael Jackson

1958 – 2009

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Wikipedia Summary

Michael Joseph Jackson was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he is widely regarded as one of the most culturally significant figures of the 20th century. His musical achievements broke American racial barriers and made him a dominant figure worldwide. Through his songs, music videos, concerts, and fashion, he transformed visual performance in popular music, popularizing street dance moves such as the moonwalk, the robot, and the anti-gravity lean. Jackson is often deemed the greatest entertainer of all time.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
August 29, 1958
Gary
Date of death
June 25, 2009
Los Angeles
Citizenship

United States

Occupations & fields
songwritermusiciandancerphilanthropistsingercomposer
Awards & honours
Grammy Lifetime Achievement AwardGrammy Legend AwardInternational Artist Award of ExcellenceGenesis AwardGrammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal PerformanceGrammy Award for Album of the Year
Notable works
ThrillerBad
Field and occupation
americký popový, soulový a rockový spevák (1958 – 2009)
Given name:
Міхаель / Майкл, Michael, Joseph, Джозеф / Йозеф / Жозеф
Also known as
Майкл Джозеф Джексон · Король поп · King of Pop · The King · King of Music · Michael Joseph Jackson · Michael Joe Jackson · Jacko · Król Popu · A pop királya
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