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American singer, songwriter, and dancer
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Michael Jackson (born August 29, 1958, Gary, Indiana, U.S.—died June 25, 2009, Los Angeles, California) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer who was one of the most popular and influential entertainers in the world in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Jackson transformed popular music in the 1980s, earning himself the title the “King of Pop.” His influence went beyond songwriting and singing to encompass revolutions in dance, concert touring, video presentation, and music production. He also shattered racial barriers for Black singers and musicians in a time when American radio had become racially segregated and African American ...(100 of 2020 words)