
Jackson influenced artists across many music genres through stage and video performances, he popularized complicated dance moves such as the moonwalk, to which he gave the name, as well as the robot. During his four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. Known as the " King of Pop", he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Michael Joseph Jackson (Aug– June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist.
