@officiallizsanchez pays homage to Michael’s iconic silhouette in the Smooth Criminal short film 🎥 over 35 years later and the white suit & fedora is still synonymous with Michael and his influence on style and fashion.
Transport yourself back to 1987 with the ‘Bad’ music video. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the full-length short film is just over 18 minutes. Experience the magic and artistry of the King of Pop’s legendary performance in this iconic visual masterpiece.
Some Monday motivation from Michael: “In the end, the most important thing is to be true to yourself and those you love and work hard. I mean, work like there’s no tomorrow. Train. Strive. I mean, really train and cultivate your talent to the highest degree. Be the best at what you do. Get to know more about your field than anybody alive. Use the tools of your trade, if it’s books or a floor to dance on or a body of water to swim in. Whatever it is, it’s yours. That’s what I’ve always tried to remember.”
On this date in 1983, “Beat It” entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart and climbed to #1 by the end of April that year. Michael remarked on the inspiration he had to make it: “I had been thinking I wanted to write the type of rock song that I would go out and buy, but also something totally different from the rock music I was hearing on Top 40 radio at the time”. Hit the link in stories to watch the short film for “Beat It.”
Las Vegas Review magazine on Michael Jackson ONE: “Dancers re-create Jackson’s moves, including the moonwalk and the anti-gravity lean from the ‘Smooth Criminal’ video. Zombies take to trampolines during ‘Thriller,’ and dancers move in electric light outlines in the pitch dark during ‘Billie Jean.’” Get tickets now — link in story.
On this date in 1980, Michael received his first Grammy award for “Best R&B Performance, Male” for “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.” Over the course of his career, do you know how many total Grammy awards Michael received and the number of nominations he earned?
Michael brought the Bad Tour to Madison Square Garden this week in March 1988; these were his first ever New York City solo performances. He performed “Thriller” sporting his trademark letterman jacket, first seen in the short film for the song.
On this date in 1983, Michael’s “Billie Jean” hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and stayed in the position for 7 weeks. The short film for the song debuted the following week. At the 1984 Grammy Awards the song earned Michael 2 of a record 8 awards: Best R&B Song and Best R&B Male Vocal Performance. Hit the link in stories to watch the short film now.
Michael loved musical theater and visited with the casts of several Broadway musicals over the years, including The Phantom of The Opera. This week in 1988 he and Liza Minelli attended that musical and visited with its star, Michael Crawford.
On this date in 1988, Michael Jackson held a press conference announcing his $600,000 donation to The United Negro College Fund to aid students at Black universities. #MJHumanitarian
On this date in 1983, “Beat It” became Michael’s fifth #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. On ‘Thriller 40’ album you can hear Michael’s early a cappella demo version of the song. He even sings some of the instrumental parts. Hit the link in story to listen now.
Fan Declan Butler shared his T-shirt collection with the Michael Jackson website community. He tells us: “These are my original T-shirts from both the Bad Tour (1988) and Victory Tour (1984). Top photo is the front t-shirt designs and the bottom photo is the back designs.” Share your Michael Jackson collections on Michael’s site.
The touring company of @mjthemusical is now in Salt Lake City, UT! In which city on the tour are you planning to see the show as it continues to travel North America? Hit the link in stories for tickets. #MJtheMusicalTour
What are you doing for Michael’s birthday this year? Why not join the other fans celebrating in Las Vegas! See the event link in story.
Welcome @mjthemusical to the West End. Meet the rest of the cast joining Tony Award winning Best Actor Myles Frost who reprises his role as MJ. Tickets are selling fast, so hit the link in stories to get yours now. #MJtheMusicalUK
Welcome @mjthemusical to the West End. Meet the rest of the cast joining Tony Award winning Best Actor Myles Frost who reprises his role as MJ. Tickets are selling fast, so hit the link in stories to get yours now. #MJtheMusicalUK
Welcome @mjthemusical to the West End. Meet the rest of the cast joining Tony Award winning Best Actor Myles Frost who reprises his role as MJ. Tickets are selling fast, so hit the link in stories to get yours now. #MJtheMusicalUK
MJ the Musical’s U.S. national tour just left Denver, Colorado and is headed to Des Moines, Iowa for performances April 30th through May 5th. Where will you see the tour? Find @mjthemusical in a city near you — hit the link in stories. #MJtheMusicalTour
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
All-new drop is live at mjmerchofficial.com! Shop the latest curated collection while supplies last – these will be available in limited quantities for a limited time.
