Michael Jackson Remembered Jet Magazine Special Edition

Jet Magazine Remembers the ‘King of Pop’ Special Collector’s Edition Complete with Exclusive Photos and Interviews - July 2

On June 25, 2009, the world lost one of the most talented and innovative entertainers of all time, Michael Jackson. Jet magazine has chronicled almost every step of Jackson’s journey and has dedicated an entire issue that’s fit for a king. From exclusive photos of The Jackson 5 with the late John H. Johnson to Michael’s celebration of Thriller’s 25th anniversary, this collector’s edition is sure to be a fan-favorite.

   “The relationship between the Johnson and Jackson family spans decades. They’d visit our offices, and there was a very special business relationship between my father, John H. Johnson and Michael. Our publications have covered Michael and his siblings since the launch of their phenomenal careers. When I think about the many significant topics we’ve covered over the years that helped shaped African-American culture, Michael Jackson certainly ranks among the most popular and memorable,”
said Chairman and CEO Linda Johnson Rice. (p. 34)

   The Jacksons and Johnson Publishing Company
   Michael Jackson was about 12 years old when he first visited the Chicago headquarters of Johnson Publishing Company, home to Jet magazine. “He was a quiet guy, extremely polite and very gracious,” said Chairman and CEO Linda Johnson Rice. (p. 14)

   Through the Years with Michael Jackson
   Get a first-hand view of the various Jet magazine covers featuring Michael Jackson and his family starting with the early 1970s. (p. 32)

   THIS ISSUE HITS STANDS NATIONWIDE THURSDAY, JULY 2.