Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29 1958 - June 25 2009) dubbed the 'King of Pop' was one of
the most commercially successful entertainers of all time. After making his debut in 1964 as a
member of The Jackson 5 he started a solo career in 1971. His 1982 album Thriller remains the
best-selling album of all time. His other achievements feature multiple Guinness World Records
- including the 'Most Successful Entertainer of All Time' - 13 Grammy Awards 13 number one
singles and estimated sales of over 750 million records. Jackson died at the age of 50 on June
25 2009 in Los Angeles California after suffering from cardiac arrest. His memorial service
was broadcast live around the world.
