Remember the Time: Michael's Life in Photos

The reason Michael changed his look so drastically and often is to NOT look like Joseph (they never called their father dad).

Posted at 4:34PM on June 26th 2009 by Toni

The father and son photo of Michael and Joe is almost eerie. We all know Joe pushed him too hard & reportedly abused him. I can't imagine what must be going through this man's mind now as his son is dead and he has to come to terms with how he treated him all his life and for his mother and the grief she must be feeling over the child who never grew up and the woman who not only birthed him, but also understood him best and loved him no matter what and he loved her. Michael once said (recently) when asked about his father, that his father never told him he did good, not even when he would come to his concerts or after Thriller or anything else he ever did, he would just say he did ok. I don't know if something inside of him was unable to applaud the success Michael reached that he never could. RIP Michael, you will be missed, but always remembered

Posted at 4:33PM on June 26th 2009 by toni

"Mama-se, mama-sa, mama-coo-sa" is all I have to say. I loved Micheal Jackson with all my heart he will be truly missed. I send my condolences out to his family, children and closest friends. Please everyone ignore the negativity being stated by the media and let us all love the icon Micheal truly was and always will be. We love you Micheal and you will truly be missed.

Posted at 3:48PM on June 26th 2009 by Toiya Waller

i wonder if they will have the coffin open at the funeral cause then people could see if he really was white or he used makeup.

Posted at 3:26PM on June 26th 2009 by tika

To quote another one of his beautiful songs..."Gone too soon" I almost broke down listening to this song from the Dangerous album on my way to work. RIP Michael. You will never be forgotten.

Posted at 3:24PM on June 26th 2009 by Ruthie

Michael Jackson is, and always will be ONE OF THE GREATEST entertainers of our time. My prayers go to his family, because once all the media has stop reporting about this untimely death. The family who knew him as Son, Brother, Uncle, Dad and Friend will have to endure the pain. Michael Jackson will be TRUELY MISSED!!!!. LET'S ALL CHERISH LIFE AND LIVE IT TO THE FULLEST.

Posted at 3:09PM on June 26th 2009 by Rose Limes

I was in love with Michael Jackson! I had a huge crush on him; and I'm an 80s baby, so I'm referring to light-bright M. J. His genius will truly be missed; but his music will forever live on. I can't wait until I have children and can share his music with them.

Posted at 3:00PM on June 26th 2009 by Dee

My prayers are with the Jackson family and friends. I grew up with the Jackson Five and Michael. He is and was truly a musical phenom, and I don't think there is another one on earth like him. May his family be conforted by The Lord and their memories of his loved ones. and may we remember him for his musical legacy.

Posted at 2:43PM on June 26th 2009 by DeBorah

TO THE KING OF POP THERE IS NO OTHER HIS LEGEND AND MUSIS WILL LIVE FOREVER WE LOST HIS JOY ,AND THE PRESENCE HE BROUGHT TO THE STAGE AND HE LOST HIS PAIN,,, RIP M.J DESOTO,TEXAS

Posted at 2:29PM on June 26th 2009 by RLEWIS

My deepest condolences to the Jackson family. I will keep each and everyone of you in my prayers as we mourn the loss of your son, brother, father and our idol! Michael was loved throughout the world and he shared with the world his ultimate gift of musical genius and superb performances. I grew up listening to the Jackson Five music. I remember when they appeared on Amateur Night at the Apollo Theatre back in the day and the phenonemal career that followed. We lost a giant in the world of music and entertainment. However, he left a legacy that will carry on forever. May Allah be pleased with his work. Peace

Posted at 2:21PM on June 26th 2009 by Helen Tinsley