Michael Jackson chapter 4

  • The start of MTV

    The start of MTV

    A famous American cable channel that streamed Michael's
    worldwide famous video, Thriller. The channel was launched in the early 80s.
  • Release of Thriller

    Release of Thriller

    This was the sixth studio album sang and written by Michael, under Epic Records. One, if not the most iconic pieces of all times.
  • The never-ending success

    The never-ending success

    Even though Quincy Jones didn't believe in it, Thriller stayed in the US charts for over 2 years, and it became the best-selling album ever.
  • Motown Records anniversary

    Motown Records anniversary

    The label turn 25 years since it's foundation, so in celebration, they were going to organize a TV performance.
  • The infamous "Moonwalk"

    The infamous "Moonwalk"

    This was the dance move that made Michael's performance unforgettable. Although he didn't agree on appearing in the show, finally he changed his mind, fans also noticed that he had gotten plastic surgery.
  • Incredible recognition

    Incredible recognition

    Michael won several awards including 8 grammy's, a special award by the US president at the time, Ronald Reagan and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  • The Pepsi deal

    The Pepsi deal

    Michael agreed on singing with his brothers again, since they weren't doing as well as him. Pepsi was sponsoring the Jacksons's tour as long as they did adverts for them, Michael wasn't really convinced, but he listened to his brothers.
  • The tragic accident

    The tragic accident

    During the filming of the commercial, Michael's hair accidentally caught on fire, and he resulted hurt. He was sent to the hospital and Pepsi gave him 1.5 million dollars, which Michael donated to the hospital.