Michael Jackson would have turned 57 years old on Saturday, Aug. 29, and fans, family, and friends remembered the late pop star with messages and photos throughout the day, honoring Jackson for his contribution to the music industry.
His siblings Jermaine and La Toya Jackson both posted notes about their brother.
Your Presence Elevated Everyone! Your Music Brought Us Joy! Your Gift Will Be With Us Always! #MichaelJackson pic.twitter.com/i22fb2s9QI
— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) August 29, 2015
You Will Always Be Loved! Missed But Never Forgotten! Happy Birthday Michael!
— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) August 29, 2015
Hold close the memories.
— Jermaine Jackson (@jermjackson5) August 29, 2015
And the Facebook account for The Jacksons shared photo of the King of Pop, remembering him as a young star.
Forever in our hearts…Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009)
Posted by The Jacksons on Saturday, August 29, 2015
Jackson, who died in June 2009 of acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication at his home in Los Angeles, garnered a global outpouring of love and affection after his death. While mourning their brother, sisters Janet, La Toya and Rebbie Jackson thanked fans for attending his funeral. ”Michael will forever live in my heart,” Janet told the crowd.
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