Michael Jackson has passed away at the age on 50. It was reported on June 25, 2009 that Michael had suffered an cardiac arrest earlier that afternoon at his Holmby Hills home and paramedics were unable to revive him.

TMZ reports that Jackson was already dead when the paramedics got to his house. "He was then taken to the hospital where the staff tried to resuscitate him but he was completely unresponsive"

Michael had three children: Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr., Paris Michael Katherine Jackson and Prince "Blanket" Michael Jackson II.

Background Information:

Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana, United States
Michael Joseph Jackson died on June 25, 2009 (aged 50) in Los Angeles, California, United States

He was famous for his music and his moon walk. Michael was a talented artist that many grew up with.

If you want to know more about him check out Michael Jacksons Wikipedia page at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Jackson