Unveiling the Man in the Mirror: 5 Facts About Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson, a name synonymous with extraordinary talent and a life riddled with controversies, continues to fascinate the world even after his demise. From his unique experiences to his creative genius, Jackson’s life was a tapestry of the remarkable and the bizarre. Here are five interesting facts about the King of Pop that reveal the … Continue reading Unveiling the Man in the Mirror: 5 Facts About Michael Jackson

Resusci Anne’s Echo: The CPR Dummy Behind Michael Jackson’s ‘Smooth Criminal’ Refrain

In the iconic Michael Jackson track “Smooth Criminal,” the memorable refrain “Annie, are you OK?” derives its inspiration from Resusci Anne, a mannequin commonly employed for CPR training. Interestingly, Resusci Anne, also known as the “most kissed face” in the world, was designed in the late 1950s to help teach people lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. The connection between the song and the training dummy adds an intriguing layer of depth to this classic pop anthem.

After Michael Jackson’s hair…

After Michael Jackson’s hair caught fire in 1984 he founded a burn center. “I wanted to do something because I was so moved by the other burn patients I met…” He suffered painful burns, but hospital staff remember him spending much of his time visiting and comforting other patients. 00

Michael Jackson begged the director…

Michael Jackson begged the director of the Thriller film to destroy it because members of his church had told him the song promoted demonology. Instead of destroying it he was convinced by his lawyer to put a disclaimer at the beggining of the short film. 00

Joseph Jackson tried to teach his kids a lesson about…

Joseph Jackson tried to teach his kids a lesson about leaving their bedroom windows open, so one night while his son Michael was asleep, Joseph wore a mask, climbed through the window, and shouted at him. Michael Jackson would later have recurring nightmares of being kidnapped from his bedroom.