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June 25, 2009
Michael Jackson taken to hospital with cardiac arrest
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We're learning from our affiliate, KTLA, that Michael Jackson has been hospitalized. He was taken to the UCLA Hospital with cardiac arrest. We'll keep you posted with more details. More information tonight.

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Hugo Pinheiro   June 25th, 2009 5:58 pm ET

Michael Jackson is Dead RIP

kathi   June 25th, 2009 5:59 pm ET

Rest in peace dear Michael

yvette woods   June 25th, 2009 6:01 pm ET

I just heard that he passed away. Please confirm as radio stations are reporting his death.

dennese edgerton   June 25th, 2009 6:01 pm ET

New York's Fox affiliate and TMZ reporting that Michael J is dead.

Cindy   June 25th, 2009 6:01 pm ET

Shocking to hear that Michael is in such bad shape. There are conflicting reports if he survived or not but my prayers go out to him and his family.

Cindy..Ga.

Benigna Marko   June 25th, 2009 6:02 pm ET

My prayers go out to the family. I have so much respect for him.
Benigna Marko

Lydia   June 25th, 2009 6:02 pm ET

He died

GF, Los Angeles   June 25th, 2009 6:06 pm ET

I've been reading elsewhere that he died. If he did...RIP.

Laura   June 25th, 2009 6:16 pm ET

Several sources are reporting that he died.

Andrew Furco   June 25th, 2009 6:18 pm ET

Hi,

Just wanted to let you know that the reports here in Europe are all saying that Michael Jackson has died. They first this reported more than a half hour ago.

Andy

Marsha   June 25th, 2009 6:20 pm ET

our local News station wxyz detroit annoced that Micheal Jackson has pass away. Is this true

Mary   June 25th, 2009 6:24 pm ET

Some are reporting that Michael has passed.

Isabel, Brazil   June 25th, 2009 6:24 pm ET

Two big losses today!

The artistic world is full of grief! And we fans too!

lexisaay   June 25th, 2009 6:25 pm ET

Aww, poor michael !
He died so youngg ! :( (

Eli   June 25th, 2009 6:30 pm ET

Just heard Michael died moments ago. How sad it is to see two epic dynamo stars disappear from the world in one day. Its a sad day.

Deborah in Blue Springs MO   June 25th, 2009 6:43 pm ET

Michael Jackson will always be remembered by my family as an amazing performer with incalculable talent.
I am sad today. So, so sad...

Concerned   June 25th, 2009 6:45 pm ET

If I was in the Jackson family, I woud sue L.A. Times for putting that information out there before the family could announce his condition. It is imperative that people should pray and wait for the family to make that announcement. LA Times is one of those money hungry businesses that would put information out on someone before making certain their information is accurate.

Rachel   June 25th, 2009 6:46 pm ET

I truly believe this man was completely exploited by our media in reguards to his legal trouble w/ children. I think he was childlike in nature, and just loved children, and that was turned around into making him look like a monster to the public. He loved kids and connected with them bottom line! He was a legend in my growing up years, and we all need to honor him for that. I feel horrible for the stress he had to go through on legal issues which I believe was most innocent. He was a good hearted person, and am so sad he is no longer with us.

Liz - in Tacoma,Wa.   June 25th, 2009 6:52 pm ET

The loss of three major entertainment figures this week they are much loved and will be missed. How sad and what a loss for the music industry Michael was so young and we all grew up with his ups and downs.
Peace to the family.

melvin   June 25th, 2009 6:52 pm ET

RIP Micheal you were the greatest.

Megan Dresslar - Shoreline, WA   June 25th, 2009 6:58 pm ET

My hearts goes to Michael Jackson's family......... Hope they will deal with heart attack, cope and comfortable for Jacksons....... My thoughts and prayers with Jacksons family..... Michael Jackson was my favorite singer, he was really good dance his video...........My heart breaking for Jacksons family.

Jane   June 25th, 2009 6:59 pm ET

I don't think I can take anymore sad news today. The death of Farrah Fawcett and now our beloved Michael Jackson. It is a very sad day indeed. God Bless these two wonderful people. I will surely miss them. Rest in peace Farrah Fawcett, and Michael Jackson.

ronvan   June 25th, 2009 7:00 pm ET

brings to reality that we are all human. One of the greatest performers of our time & will be sorely missed. Forgive him for his human frailities and remember him for what he gave us.

Itai   June 25th, 2009 7:02 pm ET

he is the king/god of pop!
he is a legend!

many condolations!!!

to loose such a great famous and fascinating legend is one of the woerst losses that hurt the world

his music was and is and will be history for ever!

its a tragic black pop music day

he was the king of pop over the whole world!

may he rest in peace
!!!

"we are the world
we are the children
we are the ones who make a better place so lets start giving..."

Scott-Rancho Santa Margarita,CA   June 25th, 2009 7:49 pm ET

A brilliant but tortured soul. Now he is free from all the hanger ons that I saw first hand at Dodger stadium during his Thriller tour in the 1980s.

Lampe   June 25th, 2009 7:52 pm ET

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family,mostly to his three young children. I am 54 years old, and have been listening to Michael and The Jackson Five for over 40 years. This just goes to prove, that you do not know from one day to the next, what is going to happen to you. I think it is time for all people of all races and all religions, and all political parties, to put these mean hate filled remarks about each other to rest. Michael, was a man well beyond his music, he crossed racial lines better than anyone else I know. And, my prayers also go out Farrah's family.

Linda   June 25th, 2009 8:01 pm ET

Many condolences to the Jackson family. Micheal was truly the "King of Pop".

Linda   June 25th, 2009 8:03 pm ET

RIP Michael...

M Creptine   June 25th, 2009 8:06 pm ET

Please, please hold off on the negative crucifixion of our Michael. We are in deep deep mourning of our beloved Michael, it is sad..please hold off on trying to kill him over and over. Please give this night to celebrate his gift of happiness and joy to us. Have some decency. Your new sensationalism is CRUEL and it feels like you are stabbing us in our heat. Step back a day or two....

sofiat   June 25th, 2009 8:08 pm ET

anderson! can u just tell ur collegues to stop saying terrible things about MJ.... may his soul rest him peace

tammy   June 25th, 2009 8:22 pm ET

rest in peace Jackson

lutrell   June 25th, 2009 8:25 pm ET

michael jackson will be greatly missed he was a ledgen he made a lot of people very happy we will always remember him for the joy we will remember the positive things about him, michael was very much loved God bless and keep his family they will be in our prayers

linda   June 25th, 2009 8:31 pm ET

So sad today, Michael and Farrah, thank you so much for all you gave. You have brought us joy and inspiration and loved to dance with you. Memories of great times!

lutrell   June 25th, 2009 8:47 pm ET

i will remember michael for the joy that he bought we all have fallen short rest in peace michael we love you

Michael   June 25th, 2009 8:53 pm ET

Wow! What a shock and loss. I hope he did not suffer and I hope he is at peace now. My heart goes out to his family and friends. He was such an amazing person and such an amazing icon. MJ was such a major part of American music history. Only a few can compare to him.

Sabrina in Las Vegas   June 25th, 2009 9:29 pm ET

What about Farrah? She died from cancer and didn't have a scandelous life....maybe that is why she is not being reported on?

yvette Hains   June 25th, 2009 9:53 pm ET

People often give negative comments about what Michael Jackson did to his appearance. Well, I can understand why and I'm sure many African-Americans born in this country can understand. When all the images you see that are deemed as positive in America are white faces. Michael didn't have a positve image of himself because of this country which is why he tried to change his color and the structure of his face. People asked why but deep inside they know. African-American children today I'm sure go through the same negative feeling that Michael felt. This is what America does to African-Americans. It will be this way as long as they live here. Caucasians don't know this. Yes, they're so blessed that they've never had to feel this. I don't feel this comment will be shown because who wants to hear the truth?

Julie Huffman   June 25th, 2009 9:55 pm ET

I am so sad for michael jacksons family and the world. We truly lost a talented, special human being. I remember when elvis died, and my mom and her friends so upset. Today I understand the sadness they had. I grew up in what you call a redneck town and alot of bad comments were made when michael was going through the most difficult times in his life. I supported him all the way and argued with many people in his best interest. He was special and that is what made him different. I love the saying he made that he loved children because they told him the truth. It just proves one more time you should never judge a person by the way they look or what you hear. What a sad day for the family and fans but what a great day in heaven in that they have been blessed with one more of gods special children. God bless the family. Our prayers are with you.

Julia   June 25th, 2009 10:16 pm ET

MJ dead... no no no.....!!!! i loved MJ very much.....i cry in my car when i listen to the radio when send my husband to work.. its not right... my husband loved MJ very much too.. He loved do MJ dance n song n evrythg about MJ. He do MJ dance at Hilton Hotel in Sanya, China.. i also waiting for the in coming concert started on July 2009... but he go before the concert... no no no nooooo.... I LOVE U MJ....

Crystal   June 25th, 2009 10:25 pm ET

'U will always in my mind' LOVE U M.J

Dottie   June 25th, 2009 10:43 pm ET

What a great loss! He strived to achieve fame and could never enjoy his life after he became famous. This happens all too often!

DINA S CARAZO   June 25th, 2009 10:43 pm ET

Michael Jakson,the legend we will never forget.
Michael will be inour hearts forever........We never forget the HIHIHIHIHI
We always love you.......Dina S Carazo.

mazen abdo   June 25th, 2009 10:48 pm ET

ohh michael
will miss you will miss your news &mpic and evry thing

mjarabia miss you so much.

slam alecom
السلام عليكم
أرجو أن يذكره العالم با الخير وأرجو أن يذكرو محاسنه كان أسطوره حيه وهو فعلا أسطوره
مايكل توفي وترك لنا موسيقاه الموأثره في هذا العال

Julia from Malaysia   June 25th, 2009 10:49 pm ET

same as i say for my comment before., whole wide world fans of MJ will miss u so much.. My husband loved u so much too.. You are not alone MJ, we all world wide fans of you on your side all the second, minute, hour and forever... U A NOT ALONE... since u 5year untill forever and ever... peace and love.. please god take care of my MJ.. MJ u r not alone, god with u... we all with u too...

jacquelinekenyon   June 25th, 2009 10:54 pm ET

HOW SAD THAT IT TOOK michael Jackson passing for most of the public to quit judging him for alleged crimes he probably didn't even have the heart to commit. MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH ALL THE OTHER KIDS HE's joining in heaven.

Sufyan   June 25th, 2009 11:02 pm ET

I'm really sorry I love u michael

Bern Houston   June 25th, 2009 11:02 pm ET

My thoughts and prayers go out to both families and loved ones of Farrah and Michael.
Michael Jackson. loved his fans and the children of the world. A genious and artist all of his own. No one will ever replace him.
I believe Michael was betrayed by the people that didn't understand what he believed in.
What a legend, he will live in our hearts forever.
His music will live on.

Sufyan   June 25th, 2009 11:03 pm ET

I'm really sorry I love u michael
Pianist Sufyan
From Libya

Julia from Malaysia   June 25th, 2009 11:07 pm ET

i am not tired to comment of MJ.. i love u... all my family, friends, fans, all people who loved u in whole wide world love u so much.. we all with u.. i'm so so sad you're gone.. your spirit will NEVER and ever gone.. oh, god... i still cry and so sad when i listen all MJ song.. and in CNN memorial of MJ, 1958-2009 too... i wish i have one of MJ cloth, pant, shoes or something about MJ..

Annette   June 25th, 2009 11:08 pm ET

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Jackson family, Micheal will be sadly missed but his music will live on forever. I love Micheals songs and the way he performed in his videos . My prayers are with his children and the rest of the Jackson family . I am so sad that he is gone on but he will never be forgotten .

vaneeta   June 25th, 2009 11:17 pm ET

i am devastated over the new s of michael jacksons death he was a great icon and performer and very much loved reast in peace michael

Ken-Ken   June 25th, 2009 11:21 pm ET

Oh...My god, America has lost another legend the great Michael Jacksons. What next. Music will suffer without Michael

Nuzat   June 25th, 2009 11:21 pm ET

I really feel bad about Michael Jackson dead. I really feel bad, even though I wasn't a big fan of his, I still feel very bad. I hope he rests in peace.

Lisa   June 25th, 2009 11:21 pm ET

Michael Jackson is a legend and will never be forgotten ever!

Yvette Ram   June 25th, 2009 11:22 pm ET

This is extremely painful. I grew up listening to Michael, I can't believe he has left us. I am so sad by this news.
Rest in peace my king.
Yvette, Boston.

alsports2000   June 25th, 2009 11:22 pm ET

As a tribute to MJ I would like to know if there is going to be a musical special on tv?? I would like to record it and keep it for the rest of my life. He was one of the greatest musician and I treasure his all his music. Thanks . AL.

hanny   June 25th, 2009 11:23 pm ET

MJ we'll pray from u from Indonesia. Rest in peace MJ.

Leonard   June 25th, 2009 11:24 pm ET

Mj.. Why do u have to leave me? I Love u so nuch, Its midnight here in Nigeria and i woke up only to hear that u are gone... I never believed this MJ.. Why do u have to leave just like that,, If there is anyway someone can exchange his life for some others.. I am here for u..
I will always remenber u MJ.
please rest in peace .. until we meet to pass no more..
I Love U MJ and i am going to have a bad day for thlis.... MJ I Love u . I Love u. I Love u...Crying......................

Ana Patricia Mora Solano   June 25th, 2009 11:25 pm ET

I'm really sorry about Michael Jackson's death. I grew up with his music and I believe there will never be someone like him

Sue   June 25th, 2009 11:26 pm ET

I am truly saddened by Michael's death, but please don't forget we also lost Farrah today. If Michael hadn't passed I'm sure there would have been a lot more on Farrah's passing. I don't begrudge the coverage on Michael, but Farrah does deserve more than a mere mention, for her fans and her family. My heart and prayers go out to both families for their losses. I find comfort in knowing Farrah and Michael are now at peace. God Bless you both!

Leonard   June 25th, 2009 11:26 pm ET

U Are my hero and i will always look at ur path.. I will never forget u MJ..
I will never, I just can't stop crying MJ.. Please come back.

julie   June 25th, 2009 11:27 pm ET

my bf is sooooooooooo sad coz of his death.. may he rest in peace .. n i hope my bf will be ok as he really adores him .. may God bless all of us ..

Laila   June 25th, 2009 11:28 pm ET

May Allah always be with you Michael.

Prashantha   June 25th, 2009 11:29 pm ET

We miss u Jackson, u'll be in our hearts forever & forever!

Greta Hamilton - Moore   June 25th, 2009 11:29 pm ET

When I saw on the news that Micheal Jackson passed I was deeply saddened; I grew up on Micheal Jackson. I can remember standing in line to buy tickets for his concert. My sister and I stood in line for about 12 hours to buy tickets. We got our tickets and saw the best show of our lives. I am in shock about his death! I will never forget you Micheal you will truly live on in my heart!!!!!!! My love to the Jackson family!!!!! Michael I close this blog about you but not my thoughts of you!!!!! Heaven has truly gained a wonderful artist!

Shawn Hamilton   June 25th, 2009 11:30 pm ET

As many other people in this world; we have endured numerous challenges, as MJ has endured!

We know MJ, and his family have been succesful....but, they still deserve respect!

I will always love Michael! In fact, this evening, I recalled a time when I was around twelve, (many years ago) I wrote him a fan letter, asking him to help me get into the music business.

People of the world......respect an indvidual, and not demorlize! We are people, and we are human as well. If we all continue this modo, we can "Heal the World".

I believe....do you?

sharon trindad&tobago   June 25th, 2009 11:32 pm ET

the best has left us R.I.P

deborah   June 25th, 2009 11:33 pm ET

Micheal i love you and i miss you. My heart goes out to you and your family, I;am praying for the family that you all stay strong in the LORD.Micheal you are greatly missed our ICON.I love you M.J.

derrick   June 25th, 2009 11:35 pm ET

'u will always in my mind' LOVE UM.J

Thunoli Kutty   June 25th, 2009 11:37 pm ET

I grew up in Rural India and the first and only things that come to my mind about America back then was Michael Jackson and Coca-Cola and in fact most of the Indians back then, knew Michael Jackson if not anything else- about America. He is a real Legend and unique.. He will always live in our heart.

Brett   June 25th, 2009 11:43 pm ET

So he died is that the only news you have

tisa   June 25th, 2009 11:47 pm ET

michael jackson died?ohh i can't belive it,,he's my idol i love his songs soo much rest in peace king of pop

Darie   June 25th, 2009 11:48 pm ET

Wow.... this is a very sad day for everyone, i grew up listening to his music and falling asleep to it and i still listen to it no matter what. And i agree with some people here, around the world different people have made him look like a monster in front of the camera and saying all kinds of nasty things about him, but i never believed all that, they were all jealous of him because he had the gift of music and he was really popular, and they were just trying to bring him down. Michael Jackson never did anything to anyone to get hurt , i don't think he ever argued about something , he was always calm and he brought people together, he did shared the love around the world and he is the one that should be thanked for bringing black people and white people together at the same level. So i really think that the people that was saying all those nasty things about him, should apologize to his family and friends.

We Will Miss You =[

madalyn bails   June 25th, 2009 11:49 pm ET

i was so shocked when he died

nathalie Arcouette   June 25th, 2009 11:51 pm ET

I am a french Canadian and when I was 12 years old I had the chance to live in California in Encino where Michael was living.
This is when I discovered Michael Jackson, today I am 46 years old
and I always have a fan.

And I always believed that Michael was innocent of all the things that he has been accused it killed him.

Rest in peace Michael you deserve it.

Nathalie

Julia from Malaysia   June 25th, 2009 11:51 pm ET

Fans of MJ, Please keep remember and keep the memory of MJ today date June, 26th 2009 of MJ the lost of the most special person in our heart for peace and love and date of July,13th 2009 for incoming of MJ concert tour. We are as a big fans of MJ will do something for you on date July, 13th 2009, MJ.. we love u...

Ronald Grandberry   June 25th, 2009 11:53 pm ET

Hope Michael is in a better place now

Lola   June 25th, 2009 11:53 pm ET

When I heared the news in Costa Rica I coulding belive it MJ died, it is so sad for me and the world, we have lost the best pop singer, dancer, and proformer of the the century

sherry   June 25th, 2009 11:54 pm ET

R.I.P MJ......you will always be the king of pop:(((

Hasmukh B.Patel   June 25th, 2009 11:56 pm ET

Behalf of all Indian community my deep condolence to his family and friends from all over the world.

Hasmukh B.Patel

marvin   June 25th, 2009 11:57 pm ET

ebay is going crazy with michael jackson items

TammyC.   June 25th, 2009 11:59 pm ET

Micheal Jackson,is the best performer of the century.We will always love and remember him.What we all are feeling and shared with him will never die.People are talking about a come back.He was never gone.Rest in peace Micheal,I love you..................sincerely,your number 1 fan....Tammy

Max Reyna   June 26th, 2009 12:00 am ET

I'm a 12 year old fan of Micheal Jackson that just goes to show how his music still reaches the youth RIP Micheal

eunice luna   June 26th, 2009 12:00 am ET

Biggest star of all times, rest in peace michael jackson,
in my heart for ever and ever!!!!!!!!!

Quacy   June 26th, 2009 12:05 am ET

micheal jackson is the greatest entertainer of all time........and its so hard to say that the greatest entertainer has died....i jus cant stop dancing to his music....its jus sad....may you rest and peace

Rita K   June 26th, 2009 12:06 am ET

I was @ home and that is because I have been unemployed for almost 6months now. I was watching Wolf on CNN as usual. I thought ok, maybe he will pull through. It brought back memories when Princess Diana died I kept praying for her to make it in the hospital but she passed just like MJ. I still cannot believe it. I love music and I have loved all his music for many years.

Each time you hear his music play, it is as if it just came out it never grows old. He is the king of pop and he paved a way for many muscians. He's a genius and there will never be any other like him.
Dear MJ may you rest in peace you will always be loved.

Tiffany   June 26th, 2009 12:06 am ET

Hi,
I remeber the times When i first went to Michael Jackson house.That was located in Gary Indiana. I also met him and took Pictures with him. Only reason i got that close is because my famous uncle Bill Jones. Im so Pissed off about the fact he is now GONE.["Tears"] I am going to truly miss him. I wish he can still b alive and her with us today.He was a very nice,helpful, and thoughtful person. This is an Tragic moment for us ALL. OMG!!!!! I am missing him so much. Michael Jackson ment sooooo much too me. I loved him!!!! He was a black man that lived in Gary that made it really big in the musical industry.I also, loved his dancing.

CONDOLENCES TO THE JACKSON FAMILY
LOVE TIFFANY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rita K   June 26th, 2009 12:12 am ET

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jackson Family we all have our ups and downs MJ grew up fast before he could be a kid himself. No one can endure such pressure, fame, fortune from an early age and go through life withought what he went through.

You may be gone Michael but your legacy will live on forever.

Rita K   June 26th, 2009 12:15 am ET

Farrah Fawcett was born in the state I live in although her death has not been a shock, she is a legend in her own right. Our prayers are with her family especially Redmond and Ryan.

You're now trully with real angels.

Modestine   June 26th, 2009 12:16 am ET

First, my heart is broken, what a loss. I, family and friends feel like we've lost a family member. I was very upset at the man (didn't carch his name) who lamented on Michael's career, starting back again and how he'd lost his talent ........ I am 56 and evan though I grew up with and on Michael's music I'm impressed and amazed at family or other social gathering's when a Michael Jackson song comes on and childern five and up know word for word his music. I am talking across all color barriers. I'v had this experience more than twenty times in my life. It always makes me think "this man is phenonemal to cross color, gender and time barriers like this"
There's already problems with the way he';s being depicted ( they've tried in many ways to bring him down) now the media needs him to die like Elvis Presley??? Not to worry that will fix itself.
There will be other problems concerning the way and speed??? the ambulance BACKED out of the drive way
Truly A Great Loss

Abdulai Bah   June 26th, 2009 12:16 am ET

You will be missed,May your soul rest in perfect peace...
Basco.DE[usa].

jackie   June 26th, 2009 12:23 am ET

unbelievable Michael wherever you are its unreal my heart goes out to everyone in your life who will be inflicted by this. For sure the world will come out of the reccession they are in now. I am not saddened that you died Michael I am sad about the way you died, I am also comforted in the thoughts of knowinf hopefully you did not suffer thank God

jackie   June 26th, 2009 12:25 am ET

You know, I am a nurse and at times I am sitting down wishing and hoping that I was there to save his life right away with cpr its so sad 50 years old

Eslam Mohamed   June 26th, 2009 12:27 am ET

i'm only 24 old and i didnt expect i'll live this day the day we will miss the legend and the king of pop michael jackson for me michael wasnt a normal human one not in a bad way i mean he was a super one whoes landed on our planet only to post and share creativity and i'm sure he will never die .. a legend never die

Nancy / test Michael for Lyme   June 26th, 2009 12:34 am ET

The Family should take some blood of Michael and test him for Lyme Disease. The lab in Palo Alto, Calif. is the best to use because of the technology the lab utilizes. I have fatigue, pain and feel so frail as Micheal did. This is very devastating disease that is misdiagnosed and people are being treated for diseases they don't have because it is a hard disease to diagnose. People are dying and children are crippled when born with it before they are 9 years old.
I am a huge fan of Michael since I was in 6th grade. I dance my first slow song in 6th grade to the song " I'll be There". I will never forget that night in 1970.

Kim   June 26th, 2009 12:35 am ET

Rest In Peace Michael, there will never be another. I seen him in concert when I was 11 with the Jackson 5 . My first concert I will never forget it. I LOVE YOU MICHAEL. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!

ALWAYS

adnan   June 26th, 2009 12:35 am ET

From Adnan: Michael Jackson I will always love you, you will always be in my heart. You are the best human I've ever seen on TV and in music. You are the best dancer ever. Love from Bosnia-Herzegovina and support for peace in all over the world. God Bless you.

Anthony Francis   June 26th, 2009 12:44 am ET

Micheal was a troubled soul and people made it worst, he wanted to be himself and be what he was deprived in his child wood days. I'm really sad that he's gone and has not gotten a chance to truly overcome. R.I.P Micheal, now your truly at peace.

My heart cries out
TeamBurnout

Deb.   June 26th, 2009 12:51 am ET

Michael Jackson a sweet, soft spoken, gentle man with a brillant artisic mind and a beautiful voice!

We loved him and he will live forever through his music!

Maggie Lutke   June 26th, 2009 12:53 am ET

I am totally devistated, because of Michael Jackson's death, and Farrah Fawcett's Death on my daughter's birthday(whom I lost 6 years ago) she would've been 11. So..this is something that I will definitely not forget with both these tragic deaths on both these superstars.
I grew up listening to the Jackson 5's and love Michael's music...I know that his legend will live on. I also know that Farrah Fawcett will be remembered to with people like in my generation. They both are legends that will be remembered.

Tamika Denise Hoy   June 26th, 2009 12:57 am ET

hi this is Tamika i was listening on the radio that Michael Jackson died, then i ran int to my mom bedroom and told her.At first he wasn't dead then a few minutes ago my mom screamed out oh no he is dead! then i went into the bathroom and broke down crying and i'm 9 years old.Next my mom called everyone to tell them about the news.So, r.i.p. Michael Jackson.

Nancy   June 26th, 2009 12:58 am ET

I am saddened by the death of Michael Jackson, I was at work today with co-workers celebrating my 53rd birthday when i heard the news. I grew up with Micheal and the Jackson 5.

I was crazy about him, and will always be. He was a wonderful human being and the ultimate artist. He will be greatly missed.

My heartfelt prayers are with his family.

Nana Yaa   June 26th, 2009 1:05 am ET

I could not believe de news when I heard it. I ve been up all day just listening to de comments on CNN. It's really heart breaking and alot of children & even adults I believe will go through alot of emotional shock on dis day. Micheal, eventhough u are no more, u still have a mark in my heart and dat of my brothers. We love you, love all ur records & music videos. Ride on legend! Ride on! Becos u still alive in spirit.

nurys   June 26th, 2009 1:27 am ET

I feel overwhelming, It's so sad, I will miss you, We grow up together
you on the inside of the tv and I on the ouside living your music your
voice your movement your espirit, living YOU

I will always love you Michael.

Kisha Clark   June 26th, 2009 1:29 am ET

Michael Jackson brought a new way of thinking to the world of music. He thought it & brought it ! He will definitely be missed & not for his death no not this. Melody of music, entertainment in a show, therapy for the mind, 4sho. His articulateness made way for many with his style, talent, and performance, this is oh so tragic, don't we all wish this was bad Magic? God's child will rest awhile. R.I.P. M.J Prayers go out the family and host of friends. Kisha Clark , Westland Michigan

monica charles   June 26th, 2009 1:33 am ET

Michael, you will truly be missed. I feel as though i have lost a family member. He has been a part of my life for as along as i can remember. R.I.P. M.J.

Joy McPherson, Tobago   June 26th, 2009 1:34 am ET

It is heart rending learning about Michael Jackson's death but he will be forever remembered for his incredible talent that he shared with the world. It is so sad to lose such a great musical icon that has set some exemplary standards that influence artistes today. My prayers go out to his family who haven't lost an icon but lost a son, a brother, a father, an uncle and so much more. I pray that God keeps them comforted and renews their hope.
God Bless

Lillieth Brooklyn, N.Y.   June 26th, 2009 1:49 am ET

The legendary Michael Jackson, King of Pop has left us with a huge void no one can fill. As a teenager growing up in the '80s, the tempo of his music was like the blood running through ones veins. He was an icon, his music,unmatched and his moonwalk, Oh, so magical. The man was magical himself.In the face of adversity, he remained poised and graceful. He fed the hungry and had genuine love for children and the unfortunate. My heart is filled with grief and an emptiness of losing such a precious soul. MICHAEL, I LOVE YOU ! You are the greatest! Now that you're resting, hopefully, your lifelong critics will now give it a rest. You're the KING, no one takes your crown! MJ, we miss you. R.I.P

Anna Maria Aramil   June 26th, 2009 1:53 am ET

To Michael Jackson who serenaded us with his beautiful music. Thank you for the music that made us dance, for the love songs, for Billie Jean, scary Thriller, and for sharing your sadness and your joys. Most of all thank you for letting us know: "You are not alone, I am here with you, though you're far away I am here to stay. You are not alone, I am here with you, though we're far apart you're always in my heart. You are not alone"...

Today and for many years to come we will mourn the death of a remarkable, multi-talented, misunderstood, and highly scrutinized celebrity of all time. His untimely death made us all realized that despite his flaws his music was the perfect extension of himself.

Sorry Michael that we neglected to look beyond your appearance. We forgot that your true self lies in the music that will forever inspire us.

Leah   June 26th, 2009 3:04 am ET

RIP M.J.

Your name and music will forever be a legend.

Sheila   June 26th, 2009 3:29 am ET

as a teenager from a small town in GA, I remember my aunt purchasing me the victory concert tour ticket. i was so excited. it was my first concert. he was so talented. we were blessed to have such a wonderful man to share his musical ability with us.

rudjoh1   June 26th, 2009 3:53 am ET

it is sad ,there is alot more important news that will impact the world he will be not be forgotten but the news of the world should not stop there are hunderds being killed around the world and there no coverage a super star maybe but there is more important news then his death

Don Tireman   June 26th, 2009 3:53 am ET

Surreal is an understatement, the most shocking day news-wise, since 9/11, and the most cataclysmic entertainment news since the death of Elvis Presley.

Mark.Durnen   June 26th, 2009 4:05 am ET

Hello, I just wanted to say that Michael and Farrah are out of all
their pain now ,and are home with Jesus.And their familys will
see them again.they are in all their glory,and I know jesus
welcome them with open arms.Their in heaven now.

God bless,you all,
Mark.D.
MI. U.S.A.

Nathan Anderson   June 26th, 2009 4:06 am ET

he was a really good person and great singer. He was about to go on tour too sold out all his gigs.

Nathan Anderson   June 26th, 2009 4:09 am ET

i loved the songs you made. You were good with the jackson 5 and by yourself you are a true legend

Sheila T   June 26th, 2009 4:09 am ET

I was on my way to work today when I heard the news on the radio I even felt like calling in, my heart went out to him and I was sad to heard that the King of Pop is gone. Micheal a musical geneis and a very awesome and talented dancer I love to watch him perform i will truly miss him in this life time and if he ended up in heaven then one day i get to see him again, hopefully if he knew the Lord, the creator of the universe(God) I send my condolences to his family and may the Lord see them through the grieving process. Micheal was 6years older than me i never met him or been to his concerts Im a big fan but not a craze fan. there will only be one king of pop and one king of rock and roll no one will ever live up to elvis or micheal. Micheal thought beyond, even though mentally he was not all there i believe that micheal went back to a time in his life when he was most comfortable and that was the age of 4. I say that because his son was asked during and interview how old is your dad and he said 4 and I beleived he son was right. he didn't say 44 he said my dad is 4. through eveything he has been through micheal was a very lonely man and never got to enjoy his child hood. I beleive that with his come back he had to be better and beyond what he has ever done and I think he put to much stress on himself trying to be a perfect performer. through it all the child molestation case i think everthing just took a toll on his body and his heart couldn't take it. He was a loving man with a good heart and he just wanted people to come together no matter what race you are and be happy and be united and just live life loving everybody that comes across your path way.

Javed Banbhan   June 26th, 2009 7:05 am ET

awwww.....Michael we will miss u so much...RIP

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