Michael Jackson

MusicModern Era

King of Pop and Thriller

Facts

Born: 1958
Country: United States
Field: Music
Era: Modern Era

Overview

Thriller 1982 is the best selling album in history, with estimated sales above 65 million copies. He won thirteen Grammy Awards, including a record eight in a single night in 1984. The Billie Jean and Thriller short films turned music video into a major art form. He entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with his brothers in 1997 and as a solo artist in 2001. Off the Wall 1979 and Bad 1987 each topped charts worldwide.

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