I believe the biggest topic in the media right now has to do with the death of Michael Jackson. Jackson died on June 25th; his public memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 7th. 17,500 free tickets are being given out for the services to be held at the Staples Center and Nokia Theater (Fowler, 2009, para 2).
This news was not just big in the United States, but across the world. A shrine was created by Russians in Moscow. Fans in Taiwan and Hong Kong have been putting on performances to showcase their imitations of Jackson, displaying their favorite moves of his. A memorial was also erected in Jackson's honor in Hong Kong, consisting of CD's, pins, and magazines. Madonna also paid tribute to Jackson during her concert in London.
There was much controversy surrounding Michael Jackson's life, including accusations of child molestation. But Colin Powell put it in the best terms; "Yes, there was a great deal of controversy about him. But he's now passed on. Let's celebrate his art" (Celebrate, 2009, para 6).
The majority of reactions are those of people who cannot believe the icon has died. Stories are told of those who did not or do not speak English but loved his music all the same.
References
Colin Powell: celebrate Michael Jackson's art (2009). Associated Press. Retrieved July 5, 2009, from http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090705/ap_on_re_us/us_powell_michael_jackson_3
Fowler, B. (2009). Michael Jackson memorial service a hot ticket. E! Online. Retrieved July 5, 2009, from http://news.yahoo.com/s/eonline/20090705/en_top_eo/132679
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