michael jackson fans celebrate his 52nd birthday

Monday, August 30, 2010, 17:33 [IST]
London, (ANI): Multitude of fans gathered across U.S. on weekend to celebrate michael jackson"s 52nd birthday.

Devoted King of Pop fans proved they have not forgotten about the 'Thriller hitmaker", who died on 25 June, 2009 - and hundreds gathered outside his childhood home in Gary, Indiana to celebrate his life and music. The singer was honoured with a special 'This Is It" birthday party, where Gary Mayor Rudy Clay addressed the crowd.

"The passing of our favourite son, michael jackson, is still fresh in our hearts. A year later, on the day before his birthday, we honour his memory as a great and giving person and as the world's greatest entertainer," the Daily Express quoted Clay as saying.

Filmmaker Spike Lee - who directed two of the singer's music videos in 1996 - also led tributes to the star, hosting his second annual free bash to celebrate his late pal in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.

Meanwhile, curators at Los Angeles museum The Autry Center also held a special michael jackson Day celebration, during which fans learned the hitmaker's signature dance moves.

User Comments
LoveMJ 31 Aug 2010 10:34 pm
Of all the photos taken of Michael MICHAEL (NOT jacko) during his life why this one? The disrespect is blatant and deplorable. Shame on you
vaibhav 31 Aug 2010 01:06 pm
Guys,U R 2 late
get ur facts right 31 Aug 2010 11:04 am
OOH MY GOD YOU GUYS ARE VERY disrespectable in the way u wrote this blog please please !!!!!!!!!! if your a Michael Jackson Fan you would know that this would of been his 51st (get ur facts right)don't make up Bullshit you don't know nothing about !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lame 31 Aug 2010 04:30 pm
he was born in 1958, it's now 2010. he would have turned 52.Sure you would've known if u were an MJ fan
dan 31 Aug 2010 07:30 pm
he would of been 52 not 51. the writer is correct and isnt being negative...get ur facts right
BARBARA STRAUGHN 31 Aug 2010 10:55 am
I expected better of your reporting - you generally seem to be light years ahead of Western journalists in terms of truth and fairness. Millions of fans around the world shared musica and videos, memories and wishes, their grief, their love and their desires for this whole week -not just on the 29th - online and in person. We renewed our pledges as Michael's Army of L.O.V.E to CHANGE THIS WORLD to continue his mission to share love and peace all around the world. Can you imagine if the media...
broken soul 31 Aug 2010 05:02 am
Το μήνυμά μου προς εσάς είναι ότι αδυνατώ να έρθει σε august.but Θα com λίγο αργότερα.
Nicole 31 Aug 2010 04:53 am
COULDN'T YOU FIND A BETTER PHOTO? Michael is a handsome man and he certainly have a lot of beautiful photos out there. I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND THIS NEWS TO OTHER MJ FANS!!!
Rhea 31 Aug 2010 08:40 am
I totally agree with you, Nicole! Lousy choice of picture when there are hundreds of lovely ones out there. Some people just can't stop being mean...shame for them!
makis 31 Aug 2010 12:05 am
COULDN'T YOU FIND A BETTER PHOTO??? JESUS
Stevie 31 Aug 2010 04:12 am
Sadly however in the end he looked like that, back in the 80's Michael was a drop dead gorgeous black man who could have had any woman he wanted. Such a tragic Sad life I wish he had of found his Soul Mate.
dkD 31 Aug 2010 12:04 am
"michael jackson...the real one we can say who lived completely his life on his talents..BILLIE JEAN...MY DIEHARD FAVORITE SONG EVER."I LOVE U MICHAEL JACKSON...HOPE UR CREATIVITY REMANIS FOREVER IN THIS WORLD"
ultravioletrae 30 Aug 2010 10:13 pm
THE PHOTO USED FOR THIS PIECE IS ENTIRELY INAPPROPRIATE AND DISRESPECTFUL, NOT ONLY TO THE DECEASED BUT TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND FANS OF MICHAEL JOSEPH JACKSON, A HUMAN BEING. Every news outlet has hundreds if not thousands of appropriate photos on file to use for Jackson. This photo was taken during a court appearance when it's obvious that Jackson didn't wish to be photographed, because he is unshaven, wearing a bandage on his nose and not wearing the make up he used for publicity...
kati 30 Aug 2010 11:08 pm
I agree with the comment. Michael has countless beautiful photos, why go through them and choose one he would least like published. Regardless of photo though, Yes, michael's legacy will live on forever. I love you angel. I'll always keep your message in my heart and spread it to others.
crusinden 30 Aug 2010 11:12 pm
I agree! The media is completely disrespectful. Michael was never respected by the media, it is a disgrace and really must STOP. Michael is a human being first and foremost and a wonderful, kind, generous and inspirational man. That is why he is so loved all over the globe. How any of you shameful journalists can go to sleep at night with a clear head is beyond me. But I fear not beacuse in the end God will be the final judge. God Bless You Michael, your children and your family. I...
esh jackson 30 Aug 2010 09:34 pm
i love u michael so much!u r the greatest among the greats!i promise that i'll remember u forever.happy 52nd birthday,beautiful angel!
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