Michael shimmers at the T.J. Martell Foundation dinner in April 1984. That same year he donated to the organization, with his donation funding a 19-bed cancer treatment ward at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital. #MJHumanitarian
On this date in 1993, Michael Jackson received a World Music Award from Princess Stephanie of Monaco for “World’s Best-Selling Pop Artist” on the heels of his 1992 album ‘Dangerous.’
On this date in 1983, Michael Jackson’s performance of “Billie Jean” from the Motown 25th anniversary special was televised in the US, introducing 47 million viewers to Michael’s signature Moonwalk dance.
It’s very cool to see MJ fans using the “Thriller 40” demos official audio on TikTok to create their own new dance posts. Check out Jamiel Pridgen who took time on his lunch break to jam out to Michael’s “Who Do You Know”. [TT: jamielpridgen]
Star Wars creator George Lucas wrote and produced “Captain Eo” as a 3D science fiction film with in-theater effects, shown at Disney theme parks 1986-1998. With Michael as the film’s star, it featured two of his songs, “We Are Here To Change The World” and “Another Part of Me.”
Michael on pursuing your dreams: “People in the world should really do what their heart is set on. If they really believe a thing, they should feel it all the way through and really do it.”
On this date in 1997, “Blood On The Dance Floor” debuted at #1 on the UK Official Charts and later topped the music charts in Denmark, Spain and New Zealand. The song features guitar work by funk and disco legend Nile Rodgers. Hit the link in stories to watch the short film for the song now.
On this date in 2002, Michael and Diana Ross performed together at the Democratic National Committee Fundraiser, “A Night At The Apollo” in New York City.
Photos of Michael’s first trip to Japan in early May 1973, on tour with The Jackson 5.
Photos of Michael’s first trip to Japan in early May 1973, on tour with The Jackson 5.
Photos of Michael’s first trip to Japan in early May 1973, on tour with The Jackson 5.
Michael at The White House in 1990 with President George H.W. Bush. On this date in 1992, Michael returned to Washington D.C. and was recognized for his philanthropy during the President’s Annual Points of Light Awards. #MJHumanitarian
Forty years ago on this date, Michael’s “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” was released, the 4th consecutive top 10 single from the “Thriller” album, reaching #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The demo for the song is on “Thriller 40”. Give it a listen to hear Michael’s unique and layered vocal percussions, and the background vocalists having fun, trading chants with MJ. Hit the link in stories to hear these incredible details in the demo.
Park Chae Ha (@michae._.ha) shared his Michael Jackson fan art on Michael’s website. You can display your own artistic tributes to Michael by uploading them on the community page. #MyMJFanArt
“Consider the possibilities that Michael Jackson unlocked in every song, the infinite magic that he could create out of an empty room” – Pitchfork. You can get closer to MJ’s wizardry by listening to the 3-hour “Michael Jackson: Greatest Hits” playlist on Spotify. Hit the link in stories to hear it now.
The short film for “They Don’t Care About Us” recently surpassed 1 billion streams on YouTube making it the second Michael Jackson short film (along with “Billie Jean”) to reach that milestone. Hit the link in stories to watch it now.
Part 1 of the untold story of Michael Jackson’s E.T. box set and its journey from creation to disappearance. #MichaelJackson #ETBoxSet #BehindTheScenes #LostTreasure #MJLegacy
Bane Griffith, a ten-year-old dancer, singer and actor from Houston, Texas, makes his Broadway debut as “Little Michael” in MJ the Musical. Hit the link in stories to get your tickets now for Broadway performances through January 7, 2024.
Wonza Johnson made his Broadway debut as a swing member of the @mjthemusical cast. He has performed in the tour of the musical “Hamilton” and on TV in CBS’s “Blue Bloods”. Hit the link in stories to get your tickets now for Broadway performances through January 7th 2024.
Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas is an incredibly immersive experience with over 550 lighting fixtures, almost 300 custom LED features, built into the show’s various set pieces, 26 projectors, 11 TV monitors, and a 40-ft-wide, 30-ft-high LED wall. Hit the link in stories to get your tickets now.
The world has lost a great man in Harry Belafonte. As an artist, his music and acting entertained generations. But it was his lifelong commitment to equality, human rights and helping those in need that stood above all else. He once described himself as “an activist who happens to be an artist.” He befriended and marched alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., tirelessly fought for Nelson Mandela’s freedom and was one of the driving forces with USA for Africa and in recording “We Are the World” to ease famine. He will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers and thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Carole Denise Jones is a swing member of the @mjthemusical cast. She has been seen on Broadway performing in “The Book of Mormon” and on TV in CBS’s “The Equalizer”. Hit the link in stories to get your tickets now for Broadway performances through January 7th 2024.
Are you planning to attend the Sapphire Celebration at Michael Jackson ONE on Michael’s birthday this year? The first update has been shared – see link in story.
Part 2 of the untold story of Michael Jackson’s E.T. box set and its journey from creation to disappearance. #MichaelJackson #ETBoxSet #BehindTheScenes #LostTreasure #MJLegacy”