Michael Jackson l 1958 – 2009
Breaking news: In a very shocking occurance, the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson, has died. According to various reports, Michael Jackson was in Los Angeles rehearsing for a series of London concerts he'd been scheduled to perform when he went into cardiac arrest and was rushed to the hospital. Los Angeles Fire Department Capt. Steve Ruda told the L.A. Times that Jackson was not breathing when paramedics arrived at his home and CPR was performed. TMZ.com reported that he may have suffered cardiac arrest. Michael has joined a long list of talented, iconic performers who died suddenly and before their time, including Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Donnie Hathaway, Ritchie Valens, Elvis and many others. Say what you will about the man's oddities, but there's no denying that he was one of the most talented performers of his lifetime. Rest in peace, M.J.
- Pop Star Michael Jackson Dead at 50 (latimes.com)
- Singer Michael Jackson Dead at 50 (msnbc.com)
- Michael Jackson, Music Legend, Dead (cnn.com)
Comments
A great man has died, an despite the many attacks on his morality he has come out clean in court.
He has changed many things in our culture, and will be missed.