Jackson, Michael (Joseph)
- Jackson, Michael (Joseph)
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born Aug. 29, 1958, Gary, Ind., U.S.
U.S. singer and songwriter.
The nine-year-old Jackson became the lead singer of The Jackson Five, a family group formed by his father. Their hits on the
Motown label included "I Want You Back" and "ABC." Though Michael remained a member of the group until 1984, he began recording under his own name in 1971. His album
Off the Wall (1979) sold millions; his next solo album,
Thriller (1982), sold more than 40 million copies, becoming the best-selling album in history. The emerging format of the music video was an important aspect of Jackson's work; his videos for "Beat It" and "Billie Jean" (both 1983) featured his highly influential dancing style (notably his trademark "moonwalk"). He later released the albums
Bad (1987),
Dangerous (1991), and
HIStory (1995). Despite his many efforts to speak out on social issues, Jackson's eccentric, secluded lifestyle stirred controversy in the early 1990s. His reputation was seriously damaged in 1993 when he was accused of child molestation by a 13-year-old boy. Several of his siblings, notably his sister Janet (b. 1966), have also enjoyed solo success.
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