As The World Mourns...

On June 25, 2009, Michael Jackson collapsed at his home in Los Angeles. After being taken to the hospital in a coma, Jackson was pronounced dead at 2:26pm Pacific Time.

According to TMZ, he was unresponsive as paramedics administered CPR during the ambulance ride to the UCLA medical center in Los Angeles.

Michael is survived by three children: Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr., Paris Michael Katherine Jackson and Prince "Blanket" Michael Jackson II.

He was the son of Joseph Walter "Joe" and Katherine Esther, he was the seventh of nine children. His siblings are Rebbie, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, La Toya, Marlon, Randy and Janet.

Michael Jackson: 1958-2009

"I had no concern about his ability to go to the top. He was like my son. He had warmth, sensitivity and two personalities. Michael was and will remain one of the greatest entertainers that ever lived. When he was not on stage, he was loving, respectful and shy. When he WAS on stage, he was so in charge you would not believe he was the same person. I extend my sympathies to Joe, Katherine and the entire Jackson family. My prayers are with them."
Quoting: Barry Gordy