1958 - 2009 (50)
Although he transformed into a weirdo in the later years of his career, he will remembered for his iconic music, by his fans anyway. I remember I'd use to listen to his Bad album on the tape player. I would put my ear up next to the speaker and rewind it over and over. I loved the song so much because I felt like I knew all the lyrics and I could remember the main words of the chorus. I think everyone got sick of it except me.
I like how all the mainstreaim radio stations are playing MJ marathons now. It's so nostalgic. I think this is one of those moments where in 5 years, someone will ask you where you were when he died, like JFK, or 911.
Also earlier today, what seems like months ago, Farrah Fawcett died from cancer. What bad luck it is to pass away moments before Michael Jackson. And also that Carolina Governor who had an affair, must be greatful now that he is out of the headlines.