President Barack Obama hasn't made direct comment just yet regarding Michael Jackson's death, but according to White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, Mr. President does send his condolences to the Jacksons family and the late singer's fans. At a press conference on Friday, June 26, Gibbs told reporters Obama's "condolences went out to the Jackson family and to fans that mourn his loss."
Gibbs also said, "I talked to [the president] about it this morning. He said to me that obviously Michael Jackson was a spectacular performer and a music icon. I think everybody remembers hearing his songs, watching him moonwalk on television during Motown's 25th anniversary." He then added, "But the president also said [Jackson] had aspects of his life that were sad and tragic."
Michael Jackson passed away on Thursday, June 25 due to what was cited as cardiac arrest, but the exact cause of his death will be officially confirmed after autopsy performed on his body is completed. In the wake of his death, brother Jermaine Jackson has confirmed to the press that the King of Pop was pronounced dead at 2:26 P.M. Thursday. Though so, the family hasn't shared with the press on plans of funeral service.
Numerous Hollywood celebs have taken it to their Twitter page and official websites to express their loss. Meanwhile, a number of music stars opt to host a tribute for Michael. Music mogul P. Diddy, hip-hop performer Chris Brown, and Boyz II Men are among those teaming up to record a track as a tribute to the late singer. Rapper Q-Tip, on the other hand, prefers to host a tribute night in New York City by inviting fans to attend the event which is set to be held at the city's Santos Party House on Friday night, June 26.
 |   Bad Romance Lady GaGa |
 | Fireflies Owl City |
 | Empire State of Mind Jay-Z |
 | Tik Tok Ke$ha |
 | 3 Britney Spears |
 | Meet Me Halfway Black Eyed Peas |
 | Down Jay Sean |
 | Party in the U.S.A Miley Cyrus |
 | Paparazzi Lady GaGa |
 | Whatcha Say Jason Derulo |
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RIP mj I will always love you. To the family I hope you overcome this greif even though it's hard.. My prayers are with you now and forever
I am so very sorry about your loss. He was only 50, and it seems as if he was never allowed to enjoy life IN THE LAND OF THE FREE! He was envied, coveted, and his own fellow Americans laid in wait for him, several times, with false accusations. It totally grieves my spirit, but as a foreigner myself, I am amazed at how non-white Americans are mistreated in this country. I am very puzzled, about his death, and I have the strangest feeling he was murdered, not by his doctor, but by someone, who wants the Neverland Estate. I am amazed at how non-white Americans are mistreated in this country. I am very puzzled, about his death, and I have the strangest feeling he was murdered, not by his doctor, but by someone, who wants the Neverland Estate. Why is it that his family did not know about his illness. It is very sentimental, hearing Janet say, To His Fans, He is an Icon, but to us, He is Family. How do you explain that you did not know about his illness? I don't want to condemn, but I feel a great loss for Michael, and I am grieved that strangers were with him when he died, and his family knew nothing. That is so very painful, especially, because he was so highly persecuted here in America. Jackson Family, I love you enough to give you tough love. God's Word says, "Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy is deceitful. Proverbs 27:1 Take courage Jackson Family, and make sure you spend more time with those that are still alive.
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the Jackson Family. I was forutnate enough to spend 2 visits to the Neverland Ranch. Michael and I became friends. I was 15 when I first met him. He was a wonderful human being. We kept in touch over the years. I last spoke to him about 5 monts ago on the phone. He was such a rock when my son, at 5, had cancer. We talked about it, he helped me through a tough time. We spent time up in his tree, he was very creative up there!!!! The expereince at the Ranch was one of the best times of my life. We had long conversations, and he explained to me his creative process up in that tree!! It was beautiful! You coule see as far as the eye could see. Despite all the damn media coverage, I NEVER EVER witnessed anything on that ranch expect for an undyling, loyal, innocent love of children. He could speak to them on their level. He just wanted us to have fun and some escape from the terrible things going on in our lives. ALl the media stuff was absolute bs. Michale was a child at heart. The waterfights, the games, the unlimited supply of candy! It was truly the best times of my life. That he would take the time out of his busy schedule to call us and to see how our son was doing! What a true humanitarian. The world has lost a true innocent. I will love you forever Michae. I will hold you in my heart forever. RIP. You are now a true shining star up in heaven..I love you my friend. xoxooxox
"Unfortunately, Michael is no longer with us. You used to be difficult in such an absence, as someone so dear could never have left us so early and so sudden, and our only consolation is the certainty that God reserved him an eternity of peace and comfort. Michael will be our main reason for nostalgia, and the open gap in our hearts should be guided in the way of thinking should lead us to always seek the best attitudes to the next, always thinking about the meaning of each of our actions , always thinking about the reflection of our attitudes and words can have on the lives of others. The sudden disappearance of Michael should remind us of how fragile we are, how ephemeral is the human existence and what must we do to make this our brief passage on earth is marked only by gestures noble, beautiful and generous. We lost a great and good friend, a jovial figure, happy and sweet that will remain forever in our memories. Humanity has lost one of their children more special because he wanted a future with more fair and gifts for all. God welcomes him into her mantle of light and goodness, and have the privilege to inherit a bit of energy and good feelings have always inhabited the heart of our unforgettable Michael. "
I'm sorry about your loss but why does everyone a cuse him of mellesting a child he would never do something like that.Micheal was a man who cared for the children and for the father i want to say this stop trying to live off your kids get your own money leave them alone they didn't do anything to you.I LOVE YOU MICHEAL JACKSON!you will always be in my heart and for his brother and sister take care in life my name is Hailey Ferreira i live in fall river massachusetts and i am getting his cd and i'm going to remember him as a incredible man.R.I.P. MICHEAL JACKSON WE LOVE YOU!
Michael you will be missed and you are immortal. Your music and contributions will survive forever and ever. Regardless of how or why you died, may your soul rest in peace.
Condolences to Mrs. Jackson,her sons and daughter, Janet, on the untimely passing of Michael. He was an extraordinary talent. This comes all the way from Trinidad in the Caribbean where Michael and his incredible music were sincerely loved.
my name is bettie holmes and im from nj i have miss a few letters that was wrong i stated that nobody know what the family going throw when you lose a love one den you know what we talking about so nobody dont know how we feel i love you michael you will be very miss by me ard my husband bettie@james holmes and i wants to say this i dont like when they bring up what happen in the past when he whent to court leave it in the past about them kids that he had over his house he love chidren so they just need to stop and let him rest they need to think about the good things that he had done i see that michael was a mommy boy and i love it dont take that away from him i dont care how he chang i still say he was so handsom to me a lot of fans let him down but i didnt i love michael always im glade michael mother have the kids and i hope she keep them i know she will love them like she love her other grandkids so let her keep them i vote for her to keep them she have my vote bettie homes from nj and mrs jackson you looks very good i have to say so my self so keep up the good work mrs jackson mrs jackson you was there for your son so you dont have to worrt about nothing ok my love go out to you all the jackson family im closing for now love always as i say belive in god and walk with faith always because he will never fail you all the jackson family this message from me and my husband bettie@james holmes.
my name is bettie holmes i want to send my condolences to the jackson family i love michael so much i am going to miss him and his musci me and my husband listing to his musci all weekend long and we still jamming janet my sister sarah is your number one fan she love you so much she say all the time you are so pretty she say you have a baby face i wants to say this i lose both of my parents and a sister so i know what you going throw so nobody know how the family are least they going trow it luk u michael love you forever betti@james holmes so im closing for now i just have to say walk with god and faith.
OMG...never knew I even cared..til word came of his death !!! I cried........Im 60 my daughter loved him ....watched cause she did but I feel a horrible obbsessive loss..if only we could bring him back......we cant. we have to let him rest in peace...please let him rest world....WE ARE THE WORLD THANK YOU MICHAEL WE LOVED YOU....
his songs has inspired me in all things i do on this earth. i say Michael, we love u and will always do.
IS REALLY SAD TO HEAR THE DEARTH OF THE KING OF POP, MICHAEL JACKSON (WACKO JACKO) MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. WE LOVE YEAH.
Hi M. J, as a matter of fact. 'm short of words abt your sudden death. Truly it is inevitable. Money jst can't purchase life. This is why any thing else could be rechargeable but not Life. It hurts to hear abt ur demise. May GOD ALMIGHTY console members of your family, fans of yours and well wishers. Your songs truly were inspiring to the souls of many that ever listened to you. Till date, no video shot wuld b compared to yours. I love this song of yours titled "EARTH SONG". GOD gave you inpiration that made many aspire to be not like you but close to you 'cos there NEVER NEVER NEVER will be another YOU (MICHAEL JACKSON). Reason is that, humans are unique creatures. There can be a resemblance of anyone but nat another of that person. Anywhere you are, reading my little message, pls always know that some day, de end of one surely wuld come so... let's try to be good to our neighbours as we love ourselves n always put GOD first. I LOVE YOU ALL
MJ words fail. Till up to now as I write I still can't come to terms that you are actually dead. You were an inspiration, talented artist and no I mean no will fill your shoes coz there will NEVER NEVER NEVER be anyone like you. May you soul rest in eternal peace and I believe you are in more peaceful place. My condolences goes to the children and family may the peace of God that surpasses all understanding rest upon your hearts. God bless you. Linda Muyobo
Dearest Michael, words fail me. I could never describe the sadness that i feel. Thankyou for all that you gave to us through your music. for that is your legacy & we cherrish it. Your gift to the world. To your fans. We love you michael. We loved you through it all. We allways believed in you. We appreciate your contribution, your sacrifice & the way you loved us. There is none other like you & there never will be. The world mourns now, for you. Its your time. Your plights are not in vein, we will carry them on for you. Its the least we could do. You gave us something priceless & its a gift of love, of joy & of peace. We are devastated but we are blessed. To your family & your children, i wish them love & strength to get through this time of sadness. My heart goes out to you all. To you michael, i wish you everlasting peace & the respect & recognition that is rightfully yours. For all you gave, your blood, sweat & tears, your sacrifices, your love & dedication & THE MUSIC, god bless you & may you rest in peace now & find your place amongst the stars! Your star will allways shine the brightest. You are allways in our hearts. You were & allways will be 'Michael Jackson the king of pop'. May your legacy live on forever. Thankyou. God bless you & all who loved you! Love kyra xo
U WILL BE MISSED. U ARE A LEGEND AND YOUR MUSIC WILL BE HERE FOREVER. HAVE ALWAYS LOVED YOU. GOD BLESS MICHAEL R.I.P KING OF POP.
R.I.P MJ I WILL ALWAYS LUV U AND THANK U.... 4 BLESSING THIS WORLD WITH YOUR TALENT AND YOUR HUMANITY
Corrections: My deepest condolences goes out to to Michael Jackson's family and children. You were an inspirational singer in the music industry and you will never be forgotten. You are now in a better place called the "Memory Lane." Hopefully you will be recognized in the "Hall of Fame" as the King of Pop.
My deepest condolences goes out to Michale Jackson's family and children. His talentive moves and music will never be missed. You were an inspiratonal singer in the music industry and you will never be forgotten. You are now in a better place called the "Memory Lane". Hopefully oneday you will be recognized in the "Hall of Fan" as the "King of Pop"
I love you Michael Jackson soo much. you done soo much for the world and no one will ever forget what you did. LOVE YOU TILL I DIE
I love you Michael Jackson soo much. you done soo much for the world and no one will ever forget what you did. LOVE YOU TILL I DIE
ALWAYS FOLLOWED ALWAYS JUDGE HE WAS HUMAN LIKE THE REST OF US BUT HE WAS SPECIAL IN A WAY THAT NO ONE CAN REPLACE CAUSE THERE IS ONLY ONE KING OF POP MICHAEL JACKSON ALL THE WAY YES HE HAS LEFT US WE ALL GRIEVE AND OUR HEARTS BREAK BUT FOR ME MICHAEL YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE SO REST IN PEACE MICHAEL JACKSON THE GREATEST SINGER AND DANCER I HAVE EVER KNOWN THERE IS NO REPLACING YOU THERE IS ONLY ONE KING OF POP AND THAT IS U!!!!!4 EVA IN MY HEART
Thank you Mr President for recognising the heroes of our time. Out here we knew Michael and others as great entertainers without knowing their financial contributions to the American economy until in an Economics class, the lecturer enlightened us about CULTURE being the biggest export from USA. Politicians may think that DEMOCRACY was the biggest export -nix. There is no doubt in our minds that America has outshined many countries through it's culture-accent, clothes, music and other arts. So Michael was really among the singing and dancing $$$$$$$$. May he now take his place in the Hall of Rest. Rest in peace Michael.
Michael you will live forever thru your music........Luv u ...RIP
Michal you will live forever thru your music........Luv u ...RIP
May God Be With the Jackson Family---
HE'S ALWAYS BE MISSED
My deepest condolences to Jackson's Family. He was imortal and no one can take his place ever..
It is so sad that we live in a world that we don't know what we have until it is gone. We talk about the state that Michael was in, but we must realize that we are at fault. He was a person that was pushed beyond his limits, and we just kept right on pushing. Who will be next? Will we pick out next to kill. Run Brittany Spears, Run!!! I loved you Michael, but not to death. I would have rater you lived a quite life alone than to destroy a chil of God. You have left behind a land of hell, please rest on. How would some of you like to have your loved ones life an open book for everyone to comment on. He who is without sin cast the first stone.
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Despite all the bad publicity & trauma that Michael Jackson has recieved, he remains a true legend in my heart and will continue to forever. My deepest sympathy and compassion goes out to his family and friends, and to those that have stood by this inspiration man. Michael Jackson created music itself and all it is today, not forgetting his tremendous talent to perform with his outstanding dance moves and his ability to wow a crowd. This is a tragic loss of the King of not only pop, but music alone - and a genius at that. He was someone that made more than just an impact on the world. RIP Michael Joseph Jackson.
"DO YOU REMEMBER THE TIME" R.I.P (MJ) THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THIS LIFE..................... G
michael was true class as aperformer and person i enjoyed all of his music from the 60s to the present there will never be another the power of the ledgend will live on!
IAM NOT HAPPY ABOUT MY JACKSON'S DEATH
Michael you were an inspiration to many across the world. You will be missed but you are at peace now. RIP MJ
R.I.P. M.J(6-25-09) LOVE U...EVEN DOE I DIDNT LISTEN 2 UR MUSIC B4 BUT NOW DAT I HV I CRY N FEEL 4 U N EVERY1 ITZ SO SAD HOW GUD PPL LV US SO FAST!! GOD...Y HIM N NOT ME?!? LOVE U 4-EVA..IN MA <3 !!
R.I.P. MICHAEL LUV U!!
michael you will be missed r.i.p
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