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Michael Jackson remembered in hometown Gary, Indiana and at Motown; slideshow

June 26, 11:13 AMChicago Community Life ExaminerChristine Nyholm
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The death of Michael Jackson is being mourned around the world, including the community where Jackson was born and where the Jackson saga began, Gary Indiana. The King of Pop experienced a dazzling rise to fame and popularity from his humble Gary, Indiana roots.

Michael Jackson started his career in show business as the younger brother of The Jackson 5. The singing group of brothers FILE - In this undated file photo, the Jackson 5, Michael Jackson, front right, Marlon Jackson, front left, Tito Jackson, back left, Jackie Jackson and Jermaine, back right, are shown in Los Angeles. (AP Photo, file) moved in a relatively short time from local talent contests to national stardom.  The Jackson Five consisted of brothers Marlon, Jackie, Tito, Michael and Jermaine.
The Jackson 5 was encouraged by established Motown artists, including Gladys Knight who urged Motown owner Berry Gordy to sign the group to a contract in 1968.
According to an article in the Washington Post; within two years the Jackson 5 had four No. 1 hits, including ABC, I Want You Back and I’ll Be There.
In 1971 Michael Jackson began to emerge a solo artist, with the album “Got to Be There.“ Michael emerged as a type of youthful sex symbol with this energy and smooth, soprano voice.
People around the world watched Michael Jackson as he grew up from a precocious young boy to the King of Pop. The fans of Gary, Indiana remember the talented star at the place of his birth and his boyhood home.

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Michael Jackson remembered at hometown of Gary, Indiana and Motown

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