There’s hardly anyone who grew up in the 80s and 90s who didn’t listen to or try to copy the moves of Michael Jackson songs. He is often referred to as the ‘King of Pop’ and his blockbuster hits such as ‘Beat It’, ‘Smooth Criminal’ and ‘Bad’, to this date, are among the top songs featured on various streaming apps and websites. His signature shiny clothes, fedora hat, and gloves are a popular look for cosplays and theme parties. 

On this day 12 years ago, the iconic and troubled singer died in his California home. He was 50 at the time and the cause of death was reportedly a cardiac arrest caused by a lethal combination of drugs given to him. However, his artistic legacy has lived on through his music and the effect it has on fans around the world. On the occasion of his death anniversary, we look at some of the key moments from his colourful, and often controversial, life.