Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009) was one of the most successful and popular recording artists and entertainers, and is also known by his his well deserved nickname the King of Pop. Michael Jackson passed away in June 2009, but will always be remembered for his great achievements in music and dance. In October 2009, a special documentary is released, called Michael Jackson's This Is It, showing the rehearsels of the concert series of the same name, both on stage and behind the scenes.