On June 25, 2009, the world lost a man known as the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson. Despite his death three years ago, it is evident that he has not been forgotten.
"RIP Michael Jackson" has been trending on Twitter all morning, with Michael's siblings also speaking out.
"3 yrs ago on this June 25th, my brother passed," Randy Jackson tweeted, adding that he planned on visiting Forest Lawn, where Michael is buried, later today.
"Sad morning all," LaToya Jackson wrote. "This day was the day that lead to the demise of my little brother. 'Michael We Love' May you RIP. Gone FAR To Soon."
The King of Pop's daughter, Paris Jackson, also paid tribute to her father's memory via Twitter, stating: "RIP Michael Jackson," she wrote. "Dad you will be forever in my heart. I love you."
After his death, Michael Jackson became the best-selling artist of 2009. Over 8.2 million albums were sold in the United States and a total of 35 million albums worldwide in the 12 months that followed his death. Not only that, but three of his albums sold more than any new album which was the first time a catalog album has ever scanned more sales than any new album.
Michael Jackson died from cardiac arrest at the age of 50.
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