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UNMASKED So much has now been said about the turbulent life and phenomenal career of Michael Jackson that it has become almost impossible to disentangle the man from the myth. Perhaps more than any other icon in history of popular music, Michael Jackson remains a charismatic but elusive figure of heated debate. But one fact will forever remain undisputed... his extraordinary talent for creating truly original music, loved by millions. And despite setbacks that would have ended careers of lesser men, Michael Jackson's legions of fans remain as loyal today as they have ever been and his accomplishments as the King of Pop during the 1980's will always remain some of the most impressive in music history. Featuring candid contributions from Janet Jackson, Brook Shields, Gladys Knight and from the King of Pop himself. Plus rare behind the scenes footage, this documentary dares look into the life of one of the most enigmatic and flamboyant pop stars of our time. LEGACY From the age of 5 Michael Jackson was a worldwide superstar, during his 45 year career he sold more albums than any other solo artist and revolutionised the music industry. He rose to the heights of fame and courted public controversy in spectacular fashion. Despite his massive popularity Jackson s private life remained largely a mystery. A reclusive lifestyle and eccentric behaviour produced a man of myth making it difficult to separate the truth from the fiction. This programme offers a unique look at Michael Jackson from his family roots, through his astounding career and to the remarkable effect he had on the world. There can be no doubting Michael s incredible talent; he was one of the most influential artists of his time, a cultural icon as well as a humanitarian, working tirelessly for charity. His tragic demise stunned the world and left a gap that no man can hope to fill. This is his legacy WHAT KILLED MICHAEL JACKSON - THE INSIDE STORY On June 25th, 2009 the death of Michael Jackson shook the world. With a musical legacy spanning decades, he was without doubt one of the world s most influential musicians and a true legend in his own lifetime. As more and more details surrounding Michaels death surface, still more questions arise. It seems like everybody has their own theory as to what happened to the king of pop; from a calculated murder to a tragic suicide. One thing is for certain, there is more to this story than it first appeared. Get the inside story, with interviews and personal accounts from family and those closest to him (Jermaine and Tito Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor, Diana Ross, Uri Gellar and Quincy Jones to name a few). Looking back at the highs and lows of Michael s life this inside story examines the contributing factors and events leading up to his death; including the infamous Pepsi Commercial accident, reportedly the start of his supposed medication dependency. Featuring fantastic footage throughout from rehearsal footage and video of life on the road to the fateful 911 call and a touching look at his memorial service, including Paris Jackson s heartbreaking eulogy for her father. This programme attempts to uncover the truth of just who or what lead to the death of the King of Pop whilst offering a sensitive look at the man and the tragedy: this is a must see for any Michael Jackson fan.