Michael Jackson
Jackson performing in June 1988
Born	Michael Joseph Jackson (1958-08-29)August 29, 1958 Gary, Indiana, U.S.
Died	June 25, 2009(2009-06-25) (aged 50) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Cause of death	Cardiac arrest induced by acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication
Other names	Michael Joe Jackson
Occupation	Singer songwriter dancer
Spouse(s)	Lisa Marie Presley (m. 1994; div. 1996) Debbie Rowe (m. 1996; div. 1999)
Children	Michael Jr. Paris Prince Michael II
Parents	Joe Jackson (father) Katherine Jackson (mother)
Family	See Jackson family
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop soul funk rhythm and blues rock disco post-disco dance-pop samba new wave new jack swing
Instruments	Vocals guitar keyboards piano bass drums
Years active	1964–2009
Labels	Steeltown Motown Epic Legacy Sony MJJ Productions
Associated acts	The Jackson 5
Website	www.michaeljackson.com
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Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer, who was the most successful music artist of all time. He is referred to as the "King of Pop", the "Emperor of Pop", the "King of Music", or just "The King", and is extremely considerate as the most influential and most famous musician of the 20th century, widely regarded as one of the most well-known people in history. He was the best selling pop music artist even in the year of his death. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion for over five decades, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture.