Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana. He is the 7th of nine children. At the age of 5 he was the lead singer of his brother's group "The Jackson 5" later known as"The Jacksons."What set Michael Jackson apart frome the rest is his "Thriller" album in 1982 with sales of over 40 million copies. Thr Thriller album is the best-selling album in history. Michael Jackson is the winner of 12 Grammy Awards and was awarded Grammy's Living Legend Award in 1993. He married Elvis Presley's daughter Lisa Marie but has since devorced. He has recentlt had a baby.