MICHAEL JACKSON. Michael Joseph Jackson (Aug. 29, 1958 - Jun. 25, 2009) American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman - the 'King of Pop.' Seventh child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene at the age of 11 as a member of The Jackson 5. Solo career in 1971. Five of his solo studio albums are among the world's best-selling records: Off the Wall (1979), Thriller (1982), Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991) and HIStory. 06/07/2002
Michael Joseph Jackson (Aug. 29, 1958 - Jun. 25, 2009) American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman - the 'King of Pop.' Seventh child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene at the age of 11 as a member of The Jackson 5. Solo career in 1971. Five of his solo studio albums are among the world's best-selling records: Off the Wall (1979), Thriller (1982), Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991) and HIStory.