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We only live once, since we are given the gift of life it should be our persistent endeavor to immortalize ourselves no matter what field of endeavor we choose.

Michael Jackson

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Michael Jackson
Age: 50 †
Born: 1958
Born: August 29
Died: 2009
Died: June 25
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