Michael Jackson Dies, Greatest Super Bowl Halftime Performer Ever

The shocking TMZ report that Michael Jackson died Thursday has repercussions that go far beyond the world of sports, but in our corner of the world, we should note that the King of Pop had the greatest Super Bowl halftime show performance in history.

The Super Bowl performance was Jan. 31, 1993, and it looked like the Super Bowl halftime show had given the then-34-year-old Jacko a career resurgence. It didn't quite work out that way -- allegations of child molestation will hurt a career -- but he did give us the most memorable Super Bowl halftime show ever.

TMZ reported Thursday afternoon that Jackson had died at the age of 50. He is survived by his three children (Michael Joseph Jackson Jr., Paris Michael Katherine Jackson and Prince "Blanket" Michael Jackson II), his eight siblings (Rebbie, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, La Toya, Marlon, Randy and Janet) and his parents, Joseph and Katherine.

More on Michael Jackson:
TMZ Coverage
Michael Jackson -- AOL Music Profile
Michael Jackson on Wikipedia

Michael Jackson Photos

FILE - In this March 5, 2009 file photo, US singer Michael Jackson is shown at a press conference in London, announcing plans to appear at the London O2 Arena in July. A New Jersey concert promoter has sued entertainer Michael Jackson for $40 million for allegedly breaching a contract to play a reunion concert with other family members. In a lawsuit filed Wednesday June 10, 2009 in federal court in Manhattan, Allgood Entertainment claims it made a deal with Jackson's then-manager to produce a reunion concert with the Jackson family this summer. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, file)

Michael Jackson buying Pierre Jean Van Der Ouderaa reproductions (expensive copies of Xvi and XVII century flamish painting) and Christofle silverware (overprice) in Beverly Hills April 21, 2009 X17online.com exclusive

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)

6-25-2009 @ 6:14PM

Laura said...

oh my goodness. Farrah Fawcet AND Michael Jackson. What is going on in the world this week? That is so sad

6-25-2009 @ 6:25PM

derek said...

best superbowl halftime? ummmmm NO the U2 tribute to the 9-11 victims hands down!!!!

6-25-2009 @ 7:28PM

Steve said...

Couldn't agree more, Derek.

6-25-2009 @ 10:21PM

joeshamy said...

AGREED

6-25-2009 @ 6:28PM

David said...

He's NOT dead... don't listen to TMZ. But he is in a coma.

6-25-2009 @ 7:05PM

srfbabi said...

yes he sadly is dead at the age of 50, what a shock, so sad.

6-25-2009 @ 8:35PM

purplepengiun99 said...

He is dead. It's all over the news. E!, CNN, Comcast.net, Yahoo, shall go on?
He's not in a coma.

6-25-2009 @ 9:25PM

kket2000 said...

yeah right, and Elvis is still alive too

6-25-2009 @ 7:17PM

nogster05 said...

i can't beleive it. he is such a legand.

6-25-2009 @ 7:26PM

janey4brce said...

Shocked to hear that Michael Jackson died! He was such a music icon. He will be greatly missed!

6-25-2009 @ 7:39PM

truckcabbie2 said...

Not to worry, his music will live forever!

6-25-2009 @ 7:43PM

derek g said...

Ok lets get something straight, he was a musical icon, but we all know what he was in the bedroom, a pedophile. Just because the jury clears you does`nt mean you`re not guilty. ( see O.J. ) He won`t be greatly missed cause the only thing that made him relevant in the last decade was not his music but his child molestation trial. Lets not forget he dangled his kid out of a window ledge and he admitted to sleeping with kids in his bed and that he thought there was nothing wrong with it. Well I don`t to see a man die, but I have no sympathy for him and maybe his kids will be able to have a normal up-bringing now. Gotta feel bad for the one he named BLANKET. and one last thing, don`t ever compare him to Elvis or Lennon. Elvis was just bigger than life and Lennon not only wrote great songs he was a great musician.

6-26-2009 @ 2:17AM

snoball02 said...

Elvis was a born racist

7-28-2009 @ 3:42PM

Big22 said...

first of all your an idiot!!!!!! You aren't God and you dont know what this guy was. Your only speculating from reports. Let this guy rest in peace. I can go on to dispute you but your intelligence level isnt worth my time, so have a nice day!!!

6-26-2009 @ 10:22PM

geturfactsstraight said...

Oh yeah, really??? Were you one of those kids or their parents that made the claims??? Get your facts straight....oh wait, you don't know do you....shut the hell up!

6-25-2009 @ 7:50PM

leannimal said...

I agree with Derek G. Don't compare him with Lennon or Elvis......there is no comparison. I too certainly don't wish anyone dead, but he was a sicko.

6-25-2009 @ 8:08PM

dilight14 said...

Micheal Jackson gone to soon, my heart is with his family. Micheal and his music will live on 4 ever, another Angle got his wings now. he will sing and dance in our hearts always. Those who knew him knew him well , and those who didn't can just go to hell. Rest in Peace Micheal , His fans will always love him.

6-25-2009 @ 8:29PM

...where they can get a chance to know him too...