Research Paper On Michael Jackson

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Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, and raised in Gary, Indiana by Katherine Jackson and Joe Jackson. Michael Jackson’s parents had a total of nine children and he was the seventh to be born. His singing career initiated at the young age of 5 and was the lead singer of the Jackson 5. The Jackson 5 consisted of the five brothers: Jackie, Jermaine, Tito, Marlon and lead singer Michael. They would play at local clubs and bars, however, fortunately, as their talent thrive, their audience expanded. The Jackson 5 began competing in competitions and had the privilege to share the stage with successful artists (Allison, “Michael Jackson: His Life”). A few years later in 1968, Bobby Taylor and The Vancouver discovered the Jackson 5’s talent. After being discovered, they decided to audition at Motown Records and were given the opportunity to sign a deal with them. The signing of the deal led them to move to California. Motown Records played a significant role in Michael Jackson’s music career. The Jackson 5 spent about 10 years with Motown and produced a total of 14 albums. In addition, Michael Jackson recorded 4 solo albums. From there …show more content…

His union with Rowe produced two children, Michael Joseph “Prince” Jackson, Jr. and Paris Katherine, both of whom Rowe and Jackson say were conceived naturally.” Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson were married for about 2 years and many people predict that they were married to help Jackson after being accused for sex abuse. Jackson second marriage with Debbie Rowe lasted about 3 years and took place at a hotel in Australia. Currently, Michael joseph “Prince” Jackson is 19 years old and his sister, Paris Katherine, is 18years old. Michael Jackson took custody over his two children and after the divorce gave Debbie Rowe a $1 million dollar home in Beverly Hills (Sheri

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