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Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009), also known as the "King of Pop", was an American recording artist who became one of the most commercially successful entertainers of all time. He started a solo career in 1971, having made his debut in 1964 as a member of The Jackson 5. His trademarks (a single white glove, a black fedora, and the habit of grabbing his crotch during his dance routines), his unique contributions to music and dance, along with a highly publicized personal life, made him a prominent figure in global popular culture for four decades.A double-inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, his other achievements feature multiple Guinness World Records—including the "Most Successful ... »