MICHAEL JACKSON IS DEAD

Michael Jackson, the king of pop, died at the age of 50 years, on Thursday 25 June, following a cardiac arrest in Los Angeles. 

The lead singer was rushed to hospital in critical condition following his heart attack in the morning, and was officially declared dead in the afternoon. 

Michael Jackson was the seventh in a family of nine children.

He leaves behind three children, Prince Michael I, Paris and Prince Michael II, and a phenomenal piece of music and renowned throughout the world.