Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Dec 29, 2023 3:25:40 GMT
2023 was an eventful year for Michael Jackson fans. So much has happened. The world of Michael Jackson was deeply affected when some of the people who knew, worked, or was fans of Michael Jackson passed away.
Lisa Marie Presley
The year 2023 started with the passing of Lisa Marie Presley who was only 54 from a bowel obstruction caused by weight-loss surgery. She was once married to Michael in 1994 and also featured in the short film “You Are Not Alone”.
Bruce Gowers
Few days later, Bruce Gowers also passed away. He was known by the fans for directing the videos of “Rock With You” (1979), “She’s Out Of My Life” (1980) and the Jacksons hit “Can You Feel It” (1980).
Glória Maria Matta da Silva
In February, Glória Maria Matta da Silva, Brazilian Journalist who interviewed Michael Jackson on the set of “They Don’t Care About Us” lost her battle to cancer.
Burt Bacharach
Burt Bacharach also passed away in February. Michael and Burt co-produced the song “Just Friends” for the album which Michael also recorded background vocals.
Ed Winter
The Deputy L.A. County Coroner who handled some of the biggest celebrity fatalities, passed away in March. fans will know his name for handling Michael Jackson's death.
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Who wrote “Behind The Mask”, passed away in April. Since “Thriller 40”, we have now the original demo of the song recorded by Michael Jackson.
Harry Belafonte
Singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte passed away at home in Manhattan aged 96. In 1985, he organized the charity single “We Are the World”, an all-star musical collaboration that raised money for famine relief in Ethiopia.
Jordan Neely
Jordan Neely was well known in New York and the Michael Jackson Fan Community for impersonating Michael, mostly performing in Times Squares and in the subway. He was murdered on a subway train for wanting food and something to drink. He was only 30 years old.
Tina Turner
On May 24, Tina Turner passed away. The world remembered her legacy and music, and Michael Jackson fans thanked her for her contribution to “We Are the World”.
Scott Ross
In June, Scott Ross passed away. fans will recognize him for the 2005 trial and he was a key component to Michael Jackson’s acquittance.
Mick “Hutch” Hutson
Renowned rock photographer Mick “Hutch” Hutson has suddenly passed away in June. He photographed Michael mostly during the Dangerous Era and took amazing pictures of the Dangerous World Tour.
Coco Lee
Coco Lee was a famous Hong Kong singer-songwriter who performed at the “Michael Jackson & Friends” concerts in Germany and Korea in 1999. She was a huge Michael Jackson fan among being famous in her country.
Paul Reubens
He best known as Pee-wee Herman, passed away in July lost his battle to cancer. He had a cameo in Michael Jackson’s movie “Moonwalker”.
Clarence Avant
Former Motown Chairman and Bad Tour Promoter, passed away at 92 in August.
Mohamed Al Fayed
Egyptian-born businessman who owned the department store Harrods, has passed away in September. Mohamed was a great friend of Michael Jackson, they met numerous times and Mohamed even supported Michael during difficult times, commissioned a statue of Michael after his passing to put in the Fulham FC ground.
Jerry Kramer
The director of “The Making of Thriller”, “Moonwalker” including “Speed Demon” and “Leave Me Alone” short films, also passed away in September.
François Glorieux
Belgian composer passed away at the age of 91 in September. Michael Jackson was a big fan of his and also met.
Lisa Marie Presley
The year 2023 started with the passing of Lisa Marie Presley who was only 54 from a bowel obstruction caused by weight-loss surgery. She was once married to Michael in 1994 and also featured in the short film “You Are Not Alone”.
Bruce Gowers
Few days later, Bruce Gowers also passed away. He was known by the fans for directing the videos of “Rock With You” (1979), “She’s Out Of My Life” (1980) and the Jacksons hit “Can You Feel It” (1980).
Glória Maria Matta da Silva
In February, Glória Maria Matta da Silva, Brazilian Journalist who interviewed Michael Jackson on the set of “They Don’t Care About Us” lost her battle to cancer.
Burt Bacharach
Burt Bacharach also passed away in February. Michael and Burt co-produced the song “Just Friends” for the album which Michael also recorded background vocals.
Ed Winter
The Deputy L.A. County Coroner who handled some of the biggest celebrity fatalities, passed away in March. fans will know his name for handling Michael Jackson's death.
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Who wrote “Behind The Mask”, passed away in April. Since “Thriller 40”, we have now the original demo of the song recorded by Michael Jackson.
Harry Belafonte
Singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte passed away at home in Manhattan aged 96. In 1985, he organized the charity single “We Are the World”, an all-star musical collaboration that raised money for famine relief in Ethiopia.
Jordan Neely
Jordan Neely was well known in New York and the Michael Jackson Fan Community for impersonating Michael, mostly performing in Times Squares and in the subway. He was murdered on a subway train for wanting food and something to drink. He was only 30 years old.
Tina Turner
On May 24, Tina Turner passed away. The world remembered her legacy and music, and Michael Jackson fans thanked her for her contribution to “We Are the World”.
Scott Ross
In June, Scott Ross passed away. fans will recognize him for the 2005 trial and he was a key component to Michael Jackson’s acquittance.
Mick “Hutch” Hutson
Renowned rock photographer Mick “Hutch” Hutson has suddenly passed away in June. He photographed Michael mostly during the Dangerous Era and took amazing pictures of the Dangerous World Tour.
Coco Lee
Coco Lee was a famous Hong Kong singer-songwriter who performed at the “Michael Jackson & Friends” concerts in Germany and Korea in 1999. She was a huge Michael Jackson fan among being famous in her country.
Paul Reubens
He best known as Pee-wee Herman, passed away in July lost his battle to cancer. He had a cameo in Michael Jackson’s movie “Moonwalker”.
Clarence Avant
Former Motown Chairman and Bad Tour Promoter, passed away at 92 in August.
Mohamed Al Fayed
Egyptian-born businessman who owned the department store Harrods, has passed away in September. Mohamed was a great friend of Michael Jackson, they met numerous times and Mohamed even supported Michael during difficult times, commissioned a statue of Michael after his passing to put in the Fulham FC ground.
Jerry Kramer
The director of “The Making of Thriller”, “Moonwalker” including “Speed Demon” and “Leave Me Alone” short films, also passed away in September.
François Glorieux
Belgian composer passed away at the age of 91 in September. Michael Jackson was a big fan of his and also met.