Music fans from all over the world have mourned the sudden death of pop superstar Michael Jackson. The iconic singer, known universally as the King of Pop, was pronounced dead at the Ronald Reagan UCLA medical centre in Los Angeles on June 25 after falling ill at his Holmby Hills home.
From the man in Colombia who was named after the King of Pop, to Malaysians who named a soya drink for him, to a generation of people around the world who have tried to moonwalk, the news of Jackson’s death stunned the world.
Celebrities also paid tribute to Jackson. Sir Paul McCartney said of Michael Jackson's death: "It's so sad and shocking. He was a massively talented man with a gentle soul. His music will be remembered forever and my memories of our time together will be happy ones."
Madonna said: "The world has lost one of its greats but his music will live on forever."
Michael Jackson’s death was felt most acutely by his legions of fans around the world. Grief for the star crossed all borders, races and creeds.
Michael Jackson: reactions around the world: Philippines prison
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An inmate at the island province of Cebu in central Philippines impersonates the late Michael Jackson as he leads in the music icon's 'Thriller'. More than 1,500 inmates previously became a YouTube sensation - with over 23 million hits - after they performed Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'.
Michael Jackson: reactions around the world: Buenos Aires
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Michael Jackson fans attend a vigil in Buenos Aires on Friday, June 26.
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