Michael Jackson dies at 50

So long Michael Jackson ! So Long King of Pop! May you rest in peace.

Michael Jackson who is known as the King of Pop, an influential singer and dancer just passed away yesterday Thursday June 25, 2009 at the age of 50.

Michael Jackson was suffering a cardiac arrest. While en route to the UCLA Medical Center, Jackson apparently stopped breathing. Jackson was originally reported in a coma but other sources mentioned that Jackson died. He died with his family surrounding him. (wikipedia)

Jackson was not breathing when Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to a call at his Los Angeles home about 12:30 p.m., Capt. Steve Ruda told the Los Angeles Times. The paramedics performed CPR and took him to UCLA Medical Center, Ruda told the newspaper. (msnbc)

So long Michael Jackson ! So Long King of Pop! May you rest in peace.

image from michaeljackson.com

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