The millennium issue of the guinness book of records names michael jackson as the pop star who has supported the most charity organisations. Michael jackson charity work honored by guinness world. Michael jackson wrote we are the world with lionel richie in 1985 and performed it as part of an allstar single to raise money for africa in 1985. Michael jackson punched bubbles the chimp, turned down janets mic on their records and refused to credit the contribution many writers and musicians.
Michael joseph jackson august 29, 1958 june 25, 2009 was an american singer, dancer, entertainer, and recording artist. The following projects are supported by michael jackson. See more ideas about michael jackson, jackson and michael j. One thing there is no debate about is how charityminded michael jackson was. The new charity is not related in any way to michael jackson or his estate according to cbs. According to the 2000 guinness book of world records, jackson supported more charities 39 that year, via money donations and sponsorships. Referred to as the king of pop in subsequent years, he is cited as the most awarded recording artist in music history. Sales figures vary, but thriller has exceeded the 66 million mark as interest in the entertainers back catalogue remains strong following his death. Michael jacksons forgotten humanitarian legacy huffpost. Guinness book of world records archives michael jackson.
Michael joseph jackson august 29, 1958 june 25, 2009 was a globally popular musician who was recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by the guinness book of world records. The guinness book of world records cited him as the most philanthropic pop star in history. Michael jackson made more music history in 1982 with quincy jones for his thriller album, which holds the record as the bestselling record of all time. Most charities supported by a pop star guinness world records. Michael jackson and philanthropy the chronicle of philanthropy.
Enters the guinness book of world records as the highestpaid entertainer in the music. Michael jackson the final curtain call home facebook. He was listed in the 2000 edition of the guinness book of world. Devoted fans are continuing his work in his absence, ensuring his life and his message will never be in vain. The following projects have been supported by michael. Michael jackson was a multitalented musical entertainer who enjoyed a charttopping career both with the jackson 5 and as a solo artist. Michael joseph jackson, often referred to as the king of pop or mj is an american musician and entertainer. In the year 2000, michael jackson was listed into the guinness book of world records for breaking the world record for the most charities supported by a pop star. Michael jackson awarded guinness world record for international album sales. Michael joseph jackson was an american recording artist, entertainer, philanthropist and businessman. The majority of it manufactured, twisted and just downright untrue. As aware as i am about charity, i thought i was pretty aware of michael jacksons charitable giving. Michael jackson inspired love, hope and compassion worldwide through his music and through his tireless humanitarian work on behalf of the suffering and underprivileged. Til in 2000 the guinness book of world records cited michael jackson as the most philanthropic pop star in history.
In his lifetime, jackson contributed to more than 39 charities including the michael jackson burn center for children, the minority aids project and the national rainbow coalition. Until now in the year 2000, michael jackson was listed into the guinness book of world records for breaking the world record for. First released in november 1982, thriller by michael jackson usa, 19582009 is the worlds bestselling album. The dancers perform in unison at locations throughout the world, and. Jacksons contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global. Michael jackson guinness book of world records, this video blocked in some countries. Michael jacksons career was so groundbreaking and successful that he was awarded numerous guinness world records. Michael jackson epitomised the era of pop in the 70s, 80s and 90s, earning himself the title the king of pop. I find it very interesting that even though the guinness book of records lists michael jackson as the most charitable pop star of all time, we at dl need proof. In the year 2000, michael jackson was listed into the guinness book of world records for breaking the world record for the most charities supported by a pop. Thrill the world is an annual international dance event and world record breaking attempt, in which participants simultaneously emulate the zombie dance seen in the music video of michael jacksons thriller. How many millions of dollars did michael jackson donate to. In the year 2000, jackson was named by the guinness book.
The millenniumissue of the guinness book of records names michael jackson as the man who supported the most charity organizations and donated the most of millions of dollars to less fortunate. Join us on this adventure and together we can create a better world. The guinness book of world records cites michael jackson as the most philanthropic pop star in history. The heal the world foundation htwf was founded by michael jackson in 1992 as a charitable organisation and he named it after his hit song, heal the world. Just because his foudation makes this claim, we blindly believe his press reports. Michael jackson, who was crowned in the millennium edition of the guinness book of world records as the king of charity, by way of breaking the record for most charities supported by a pop star, had plans to record a single in spanish with imc records to. Rare footage from the recording of michael jackson s 911 charity song what more can i give duration. In 2000, guinness world records honored michael for supporting 39 charities, a record for the most supported by a pop star, with hundreds of millions of dollars estimated to have been raised by his. He debuted on the professional music scene at the age of 11, as a member of the jackson 5, and began a solo career in 1971 while still a member of the group. Michael jackson charity work honored by guinness world records.
The website for that group features pictures and biographical information from jackson, but it is important to note that this foundation is unrelated to jacksons original charitable work. The following is an excerpt from the recently published book, earth song. Dubbed the king of pop, he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century and one of the greatest entertainers in the history of music. The millenniumissue of the guinness book of records names michael as the pop star who supports the most charity organizations, according to, which has an extensive timeline of jacksons charity work. He gave more than 300 000 000 dollars to charities. He remained a global icon until his untimely death in 2009. In memory of michael jackson hot air balloon to raise money for charity and a new guiness world record the association charity vereint e. Til in 2000 the guinness book of world records cited. Michael jackson spent much of their efforts and financial resources for humanitarian aid, homeless and sick children, being described by the guinness book of records as the artist who donated. Michael jackson wrote we are the world with lionel richie in 1985 and performed it as part of an allstar single to raise money for africa in 1985 the millenniumissue of the guinness book of records names michael as the pop star who supports the most charity organizations.
His contributions to music, dance, and fashion along with a muchpublicized and at times. Other answers mention the guinness book of world records that supposedly named michael as the entertainer who donated the largest amount of money. Michael jackson 19582009 was an american recording artist, entertainer, and businessman. Seven nights sold out at wembley stadium, london, england in 1988. Michael jackson holds guinness world record highestearning deceased artist with the most charities supported by a pop star. In 2000, the guinness book of world records cited michael as the most philanthropic pop star on more. Michael was a great guy and a very generous person, but the numbers dont have to be that big to make the point. Charity king the guinness book of world records is a reference book published annually, containing a collection of world records, both human achievements and the extremes of the natural world. But perhaps the most honorable achievement came in 2000 when michael jackson was credited as the world record holder for most charities supported by a pop star, by the guinness book. In fact, in the millenniumissue of the guinness book of records jackson was recognized as the pop star who supports the most charity organizations. But i have learned something about michael jacksons generosity and his charitable giving that i never knew. The purpose of the charity was to provide medicine to children and fight world hunger, homelessness, child exploitation and. Of all the honors and achievements in michael jacksons incredible career, one particularly shows his generous commitment to charitable causes.
How many millions of dollars did michael jackson donate to charities. He was listed in the 2000 edition of the guinness book of world records for breaking the world record for the most charities supported by a pop star. How many guinness world records does michael jackson hold. The millenniumissue of the guinness book of records names michael as the pop star who supports the most charity organizations. Michael jackson guinness book of world records, this video.
List of awards and nominations received by michael jackson. Often referred to as the king of pop, michael jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by the guinness world book of records. Key facts about michael jacksons life national post. Michael has at least 20 entries in the guiness book of world records. Michael joseph jackson august 29, 1958 june 25, 2009 was an american singer, songwriter, and dancer. Of all the honors and achievements in michael jackson s incredible career, one particularly shows his generous commitment to charitable causes. You wont believe how much money michael jackson gave to.
As of 2000, michael jackson had supported 39 charity organizations either with monetary donations through sponsorship of their projects or through. Humanitarian the real michael jackson full documentary. Michael jackson him and his childhood public group. We all know paul newman donated a lot of money for charity but never ask for proof. In 2000, guinness world records honored michael for supporting 39 charities, a record for the most supported by a pop star, with hundreds of millions of dollars.