11 years ago on June 25, Michael Jackson passed away of acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication at his Holmby Hills home in Los Angeles. Fans across the world mourned the loss of the man known as the King of Pop, and all these years later, his music is still a major influence for so many artists. Now, we’re taking a look back at some of his most iconic moments prior to this death.
One of Michael’s unforgettable performances came in 1996 when he performed at the Brit Awards on February 19 of that year. The performer always put on an amazing show, and this one was among the very best. The singer brought out his famous dance moves and vocals as he performed “Earth Song” in front of the audience. It was incredibly artistic and very much on par with the music and visual artistry that the King of Pop had created in the latter half of his career.
As a standalone artist, Michael was responsible for some of the most iconic moments in pop music history. Many of them came from his music videos. “Thriller” is now a staple of the Halloween season, and Michael’s cinematic music video has stood the test of time thanks to its spooky effects and incredible choreography. More hits like “Billie Jean” and “PYT” continue to be staples of the pop music genre, which gave way to Michael’s more experimental tunes in years to come.
