Hi! This page was created for you younger MJ fans. This has some little facts in it that you might be interested in. Some of the facts, you might already know. I hope you enjoy what you learn here...and remember...Keep Michaeling!
Name: Michael Joseph Jackson
Did you know that Michael Jackson has won the most Grammy's ever in one show??? He won 8 Grammy's in 1984. Seven of the Grammy's were for his album "Thriller" and the other one Grammy was for his narration of the "E.T. Storybook".
Did you know that Michael Jackson's album "Thriller" is the biggest selling record world wide??? "Thriller" has sold over 40 MILLION records!!!
Did you know that in 1979, Michael Jackson had his first role in a movie??? He played the part of the Scarecrow in the movie "The Wiz." And, hopefully soon, Michael will also star in a movie titled "The Nightmares Of Edgar Allen Poe."
Did you know that Michael Jackson was the first person to ever have a single debut at #1??? His song "You Are Not Alone" debuted on the Billboard charts at #1. At the time, no other singer had ever had a song debut at #1.
Did you know that Michael Jackson is listed in the Guiness Book Of Records for the most charities donated to??? Michael truly believes in helping others. That's why he uses his money to help children. Some people like to make fun of him because he helps others so much, but they shouldn't. It is a very good thing to help others in need.
Did you know that Michael Jackson dropped his glove in the toilet??? Isn't that funny??? In 1984, Michael was filming a Pepsi commercial. During a break, he went to the restroom and he accidentally dropped his white glove in the toilet. Later on that same day, Michael's hair caught on fire on the set of the commercial. Michael was rushed to the hospital.
Did you know that Michael has recorded over 75 songs for his new cd??? It is common practice for Michael to record many, many songs for a new cd and not use most of them. He wants to make sure that his fans get the very best music he can make.
Did you know that Michael Jackson won a Children's Choice Award in 1994??? On April 28, 1994, Michael was given the 'Caring For Kids' award at the Children's Choice Awards in New York. Out of 100,000 kids who voted, 75% voted for Michael.
Did you know that Michael Jackson donated a portion of the money he made from his song 'Man In The Mirror' to Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times??? Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times is a camp for children with cancer. This is just one of the many ways Michael has helped children throughout the world.
Well, this is it for the "Did you know???" right now. There will be more added as time goes by, so keep checking back. Hope you like it so far. Keep Michaeling!!!
Birthday: August 29, 1958
Hometown: Gary, Indiana
Height: 5 feet 9 inches
First Public Appearance: Singing "Climb Every Mountain" in kindergarten
First Award: In 1965, won a talent show with his brothers at Roosevelt High School in Gary, Indiana.
First Single Released: "I'm A Big Boy Now" on Steelton Records
Early Musical Influences: James Brown and Jackie Wilson
First TV Appearance: The Hollywood Palace in October 1969, with The Supremes
First TV Special: "Goin' Back To Indiana" in 1971 with his brothers.