King of pop Michael Jackson is dead

King of pop Michael Jackson is dead

Music fans across the world are paying tribute to Michael Jackson who has died, aged 50.

He was taken to the UCLA medical centre where he was pronounced dead at 2.26pm Pacific time (10.26pm BST).
It brings to an end a life which saw a child star turn into a global pop icon and arguably the most famous man in the world.

Grieving Jackson fans post messages

Michael Jackson's legions of fans have flooded websites to express their grief at the reported death of their hero.

Grieving Jackson fans post messages

Michael Jackson's legions of fans have flooded websites to express their grief at the reported death of their hero.

ElToroDiablo posted on gossip website TMZ.com: "God bless you Michael, heaven just got another beautiful angel."

Kimbers wrote: "What a sad day. I hope Michael Jackson finds the peace that eluded him in life."

Another fan, Sineen, wrote on website MJSite.com: "I never thought that one day would come and i'll have to write this down, Michael Jackson is no longer with us. May your warm soul rest in peace. I'll always love you Michael. Keep the faith!"

Rulintheroost posted on political website The Huffington Post: "RIP Michael. Your music was a joy to many people around the world."

Meanwhile, Matt Blank from the Michael Jackson World Network fanclub told BBC News 24 he was "a bit dumfounded and a bit shellshocked by it all".

He added: "I find it hard to believe this could be a reality.

"In the past, health issues of Michael Jackson have always been rumoured. I can only imagine this is down to the amount of stress he was under to come out and perform."

He added: "It's just unimaginable that Michael Jackson is no more, it's just unbelievable."