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He was born
in Gary, Indiana -
Michael joins the Jackson Brothers as a backup musician.
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Michael Jackson releases his first solo album,
Got to Be There. -
The Jackson 5 moves to Epic Records.
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Jackson stars as the Scarecrow in the movie,
The Wiz. -
Jackson releases his solo album,
Off the Wall. -
Jackson releases Thriller.
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Jackson participates in the live Motown 25 special.
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Jackson works with Lionel Richie to co-release
We Are the World. -
Jackson purchases the land to build
Neverland Ranch. -
Jackson marries
Lisa Marie Presley. -
Jackson's second child molestation trial begins.
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Jackson dies.
Los Angeles, California
Cardiac arrest induced by acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication
