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Michael Jackson · Life in Weeks

The 'King of Pop' redefined popular music, dance, and music video as an art form. His genre-blending records and electrifying live performances made him one of the most influential entertainers in history.

1958–2009 American Singer & Performer 2,651 weeks (50 Years)

Michael Jackson: 2,651 weeks

Each box represents one week. Lived weeks Key milestones

2,651
Total Weeks
18,557
Days Lived
6
Key Milestones
50
Years

Key Milestones

Age 5 · Week ~260

Began performing with his brothers as part of The Jackson 5

Age 11 · Week ~572

Reached number one with The Jackson 5's debut single I Want You Back

Age 24 · Week ~1,248

Released Thriller, which became the best-selling album in history

Age 25 · Week ~1,300

Debuted the moonwalk during a Motown 25 television special

Age 33 · Week ~1,716

Released Dangerous and embarked on a record-breaking world tour

Age 50 · Week ~2,600

Died of cardiac arrest while preparing for the This Is It concert series

Legacy

Released Thriller, the best-selling album of all time, and revolutionized music video with productions like Billie Jean and Beat It. Won 13 Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice.

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