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February 1st ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 preform at the Demba Diop Stadium, Dakar Senegal.
Michael would later remember:
“When we came off the plane in Dakar, Senegal, Africa, we were greeted by a long line of African dancers. Their drums and sounds filled the air with rhythm. I was going crazy, I was screaming, ‘All right! They got the rhythm… This is it. This is where I come from. The origin.’”
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform Destiny Tour at the Carre Theatre, Amsterdam Holland.
- In 1983-
Music’s greatest style statement was Michael Jackson’s single, sparkling glove. On this day in 1983, Michael Jackson introduced his one-glove look (and a little dance move called the Moonwalk) while performing on “Motown 25,” a television special airing on NBC.
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson receives an Official letter from US President Reagan wishing him a speedy recovery.
- In 1988-
The Song "Man In the Mirror" enters the charts. The proceeds from the sales of this record goes to Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, a camp for children who suffer from cancer.
- In 1989-
Lavon A. Muhammad was sentenced to a maximum of 2 1/2 years in prison for violating a court order to stay away from Michael Jackson. She also lost her $100 million paternity suit. She had claimed that Michael Jackson was the father of one of her twins.
- In 2003-
Wiesner & Konitzer try to block the airing of Martin Bashir's documentary after obtaining the final transcript.
- In 2005-
Michael Jackson appears in court for the second day of the Jury selection.
- In 2010-
More than 80 artists gathered to record the remake of "We Are The World". The next day Janet Jackson laid down her version of Michael Jackson's part. The song was premiered at the opening of the Winter Olympics on February 12.
February 2nd ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 play the first of two nights at the Theatre National Daniel Sorano, Dakar (Senegal).
- In 1979-
On the sixth anniversary of The Midnight Special The Jacksons appear, performing Things I do for you, Destiny (with Jermaine), and Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground).
- In 1979-
On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons play at the Wakefield Theatre Club, Wakefield (UK).
- In 1986-
Michael Jackson gives a five-minute interview about Quincy Jones for CBS 60 minutes programme.
- In 1992-
Fox, BET and MTV simultaneously premiered the 9 minute Michael Jackson short film for " Remember The Time".
- In 1994-
Michael Jackson attends a concert of The Temptations and the of Fifth Dimension at the Sheraton Desert Inn of Las Vegas with Lisa Marie Presley.
- In 1998-
Michael Jackson's video for "Ghosts" was released in the U.K. and Europe.
February 3rd ~
-In 1974-
"Dancing Machine" from the Jackson 5 1973 album G.I.T.: Get It Together was released. The group's first US Top Ten hit since 1971's "Sugar Daddy", "Dancing Machine" reached #2 on the Billboard pop music charts and #1 on the R&B charts. It bought The Jackson 5 their second Grammy Award nomination in 1975 for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 play the second of two nights at the Theatre National Daniel Sorano, Dakar (Senegal).
-In 1990-
Michael Jackson is offered the "Role Model Award" from Japan. He accepts the award via satellite.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson held a press conference at Radio City Music Hall in New York to announce plans for a new world tour to raise money for his newly-formed "Heal The World" Foundation,which battles against AIDS and Juvenile Diabetes. Michael joined Peter Kendall, vice president for Pepsi-Cola Int. in announcing the $20 million deal, which was the largest ever between a corporation and a music entertainer. Before the kick-off of his Dangerous World Tour, Michael signed a Pepsi endorsement deal in front of the media. At the press conference, he issues a statement in appreciation for the sponsor of this new tour - the Pepsi-Cola Corporation:
Michael's statement:
"Good afternoon. I like to thank the Pepsi-Cola Corporation for sponsoring the Dangerous Tour, which we plan to kick off in June. The only reason I’m going on tour is to raise for the newly formed, Heal The World, an international children’s charity, that I’m spearheading to assist children and the ecology. My goal is to gross one hundred million dollars by Christmas, 1993. I urge every corporation and individual who cares about this planet and the future of the children, to help raise money for the HTW charity. The Heal The World Foundation will contribute funds to pediatric aids in honor of my friend, Ryan White.
The "Heal The World Foundation" will also offer support to such worthwhile organizations as Camp Ronald McDonald, Make A Wish Foundation, Children Diabetes, Minority Aids Foundation and other charities. I’m looking forward to this tour, because it will allow me to devote time to visiting children all around the world, as well as to spread the message of the global love, in the hopes that others too will be moved to do their share to heal the world. Thank you for coming. I love you very much. Thank you, all."
After his speech, The St. Thomas Boys' Choir sing "Heal The World", which touches the singer: "When I composed the song, it was my dream to hear it performed the way they just performed it, with such innocence and beauty. It took everything to keep me from crying", declares Jackson.
- In 2003-
The controversial “Living With Michael Jackson” documentary conducted by British journalist, Martin Bashir first aired in the United Kingdom on ITV. The interview will air later all around the world..and a storm began. e interviewed Jackson over a span of eight months, from May, 2002 to January, 2003, the documentary containing much commentary by Bashir, which was very critical and judgmental of Michael. However, most of the viewers did not fall for Bashir... after the interview viewers all around the world expressed their support for Michael. The interview was a rare occasion for Michael Jackson to allow such access to his personal life, thus felt all the more betrayed by Bashir’s negative portrayal of him. As a consequence, he soon issues the following statement:
Michael's statement:
"I trusted Martin Bashir to come into my life and that of my family because I wanted the truth to be told. Martin Bashir persuaded me to trust him that his would be an honest and fair portrayal of my life and told me that he was `the man that turned Diana's life around'. I am surprised that a professional journalist would compromise his integrity by deceiving me in this way. Today I feel more betrayed than perhaps ever before; that someone, who had got to know my children, my staff and me, whom I let into my heart and told the truth, could then sacrifice the trust I placed in him and produce this terrible and unfair program. Everyone who knows me will know the truth which is that my children come first in my life and that I would never harm any child. I also want to thank my fans around the world for the overwhelming number of messages of support that I have received, particularly from Great Britain, where people have e-mailed me and said how appalled they were by the Bashir film. Their love and support has touched me greatly."
- In 2007-
Michael Jackson attends the "Beatles Love" musical, and meet the cast backstage at The Mirage in Las Vegas.
February 4th ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 fly home from Dakar after three concerts and many celebrations in their honor.
- In 1990-
Michael Jackson joined other stars at the Sammy Davis Jr 60th Anniversary TV Special, musical gala honoring Sammy Davis Jr. Sammy Davis Jr TV Special aired on ABC on Feb. 4, 1990, with all proceeds, $250,000 being donated to the UNC Fund.
Michael performed "You Were There", which he wrote with Buz Kohan especially for the occasion. The night before the tribute show, Michael and Buz Kohan, who wrote the script, went in the rehearsal hall and wrote a song. They arranged it overnight, and the night of the show was the first time he'd ever sung it. Michael stepped from the glare of several spotlights to perform, "Your Were There". Michael's touching tribute brought tears to his idol, who was then battling throat cancer. After Michael finished the performance with one hand raised in the air, he walked over to Sammy and hugged him warmly. Other performers included Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope and Ella Fitzgerald to name only a few.
For more info and photos:
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/t...Jr-60th-Anniversary-Special-February-4th-1990
- In 1997-
Michael Jackson goes to a courtroom in Rome Italy to testify that he didn't steal "Will You Be There" from Italian artist Al Bano.
February 5th ~
- In 1981-
During her concert in LA, Diana Ross convinced a young Michael Jackson to get on stage to sing "Upside Down" with her.
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- In 1984-
Michael Jackson makes his first public appearance since his head burn injury when he visits the Los Angeles zoo with Emmanuel Lewis.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters.
Rev. Jesse Jackson and NABOB Chairman Pierre Sutton presented him the Award at the 8th Annual Communications Awards Dinner held at the Sheraton Washington Hotel in Washington D.C. Stevie Wonder, boxing heavyweights Muhammad Ali and Leon Spinks, Spike Lee, and Al Jarreau were among the 900 guests, who turn out to see the man who revolutionized and dominated contemporary music, dance, video and fashion.
- In 2002-
Because February will be the month of black music on VH1 (US) featuring 113 hours of music by African American performers - of course including Michael Jackson, on February 5th there are pop up videos by Michael Jackson as well.
- In 2005-
In a US TV interview with Geraldo Rivera Michael Jackson says that his fame has made him a target for those who wish to make money by falsely accusing him of, among other things, harming children.
February 6th ~
- In 1970-
The Jackson 5 are on top of Billboard Number One Hits Chart with "I Want You Back". The song, along with a b-side cover of Smokey Robinson & the Miracles' "Who's Lovin' You", was the only single from the first Jackson 5 album, Diana Ross Presents the Jackson 5. It has sold 6 million copies worldwide. In 1999, "I Want You Back" was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
- In 1971-
"Mama's Pearl" by The Jackson 5 enters the Billboard US Top 40 Singles chart, where it will peak at No 2.
- In 1975-
The Jackson 5 performed in concert at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the first of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
-In 2003-
ABC's "20/20" aired the British documentary "Living With Michael Jackson."
Debbie Rowe, Michael's ex-wife and mother of two of his children, released a press statement regarding the Living With Michael Jackson in supporting him.
"It breaks my heart that anyone could truly believe that Michael would do anything to harm or endanger our children: they are the most important thing in his life," she said, according to the statement, released by a London public relations firm.
February 7th ~
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the second of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson goes to the New York Metropolitan Museum of Natural History to receive awards from CBS & The Guineess Book Of World Records to celebrates Thriller as the largest-selling album of all time. Michael took several occasions that evening to step outside and meet his fans, from barricades in Central Park. At the party, CBS Records president Walter Yetnikoff presented Michael with presented with the first edition of the 1984 paperback version of the Guinness Book of World Records, who had stopped their presses to include the new record holder for the biggest selling album of all time, Michael Jackson's THRILLER.The album had surpassed the 25 million mark in sales, making it the most successful album in history. It had outsold the soundtrack album for Saturday Night Fever to take over the top spot. According to Susan Blond, who organized the event: "It was unbelievably exciting. Even to this day, I don't think anyone has become as big a star as he was at that moment."
25 year old Michael, the shy and sensitive singer, told the invitation-only audience of 1,500 how he felt about epic $1.4 million party staged to salute him. Clutching the wireless microphone in his sequined-gloved right hand, the child star who became a grown-up superstar smiled and said softly:
"I’ve been performing for twenty years. I started at 5 years old touring with my brothers, The Jackson 5, and still I haven’t – you know, I feel like I’ve just begun, you know. And I’ve always wanted to do great things and achieve many things, but for the first time in my entire career I feel like I’ve accomplished this, because I’m in the Guinness Book Of World Records. I'm so honored and deeply touched by it and thank you all. And I also thank CBS Records, which is the best record company in the world and Walter Yetnikoff, who is the best record company president in the world. And thank you all. You are all wonderful people. I'm very embarrassed but thank you."
- In 1989-
Michael Jackson paid a visit to Cleveland Elementary School to see the children and families effected by the massacre occurred on January 17, 1989, at Cleveland Elementary School in Stockton, California.
For more information, Photos and Trivia:
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/t...leveland-School-Massacre-..-January-17th-1989
- In 2004-
Michael Jackson hires Raymone Bain as his new official spokesperson.
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 14th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis MO.
February 8th ~
- In 1977-
The Jacksons perform "Enjoy Yourself" and "Dreamer" on Mike In Hollywood.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the third of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
- In 1983-
Michael Jackson attends The British Record Industry Awards (later re-named simply The BRITs) in the Grosvenor House Hotel, London (UK) to collect an award on behalf of Barbara Streisand. Michael is seen pictured with Paul McCartney and his late wife Linda McCartney.
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson attends the "Tap Dance Kid" Musical at the Broadhurst Theatre in NYC with Sean Lennon.
- In 1993-
Jet magazine featured Michael Jackson on their cover with the story: Michael Jackson gives First Live Interview to Oprah Winfrey.
As the monthlong celebration gets underway during the Black HIStory month, the musical monarch will establish an precedent. He will give the first live interview to Oprah Winfrey. The prime time special, produced by Winfrey's Harpo Productions, Inc., will air Wednesday, Feb. 10 (9:30-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network in the U.S. and in countries around the world. "Michael Jackson has always been at the top of my list of people I am most interested in interviewing," Oprah allowed. "The excitement of this interview being live and unedited is certainly a special event for me and for all of Michael's fans." she adds.
Rather than tape the interview and release it on the scheduled air date, the talk show host and Michael agreed to an unprecedented live show. The format will allow the megastar to talk about his career, lifestyle and family, and express his innermost feelings.
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- In 2003-
CBS Entertainment (Ed Bradley & Jack Saussman) arrive at Neverland in order to interview Michael Jackson for their show 60 Minutes, but Michael cancels the interview when he hears about the leak of the Chandler deposition from 1993.
- In 2006-
Michael Jackson goes to Rome (Italy).
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 15th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis MO.
February 9th ~
- In 1979-
On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons play the last of three nights at The Rainbow, London (UK).
- In 2002-
Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor attend the fund-raiser Art For Aids: A Tribute To Rock Hudson at the Laguna Art Museum in Laguna Beach. Later in the evening, they attend a private dinner at Dana Point with Michael’s dermatologist Dr Arnold Klein.
Michael looked better in person than he did in photographs and his demeanor toward Elizabeth Taylor was endearing. He held her bejeweled hand throughout the press conference, as well as an arm always protectively around her.
“It was a rocking event here at the museum, complete with the Orange County Sheriff and lots of traffic,” museum director Bolton Colburn said. “I was amazed that Michael was willing to come out to support the arts and AIDS like he did. It was truly amazing.” At the beginning of the event commemorative t-shirts signed by various stars including Michael, Bob Dylan, Madonna, Ringo Starr, Sharon Stone, Halle Berry and others were auctioned. Michael's, which was signed twice, went for an amazing $ 700, well above the average. The gala was expected to raise $150,000.
- In 2009-
Michael Jackson goes to the Bel Air Hotel for a business meeting with Dr. Tohme Tohme.
February 10th ~
- In 1977-
'Enjoy Yourself' becomes The Jackson's first Offical Gold record certified by the RIAA on February 10, 1977. It was also the group's first Platinum single, as well as the first song to featured new member Randy Jackson, who replaced Jermaine after he decided to stay in Motown after his brothers left.
- In 1979-
On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons perform at the Brighton Centre in Brighton (UK).
-In 1998-
Michael Jackson safely arrives in Panhandle city to rehearse for his concert tour “BAD” after bad weather in Atlanta delayed his arrival by three days, a publicity spokeswoman said. On Monday afternoon, Jackson arrived in the same Eastern Airlines that carried the Pensacola Tornados of the Continental Basketball Association home from a road trip.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson departs for a one week tour to Africa at LA airport. He travels for 11 days to visit hospitals, orphanages, schools, churches & institutions for mentally handicapped children, covering about 30,000 miles on his journey.
- In 1993-
Michael Jackson Talks…to Oprah is telecast live from Neverland Valley around the world attracting around 100 million viewers. During the interview, Michael reveals that he suffers from a skin disorder that destroys the pigmentation of his skin. He also shows his ranch to the world, premieres the video of "Give In To Me" and improvises a beat box on "Who Is It" after doing the Moonwalk. Elizabeth Taylor makes a surprise appearance in support of her friend.
- In 1996-
Michael Jackson goes to a slum in Rio de Janeiro to shoot a second version of the "They Don’t Care About Us" video directed by Spike Lee.
- In 1997-
Michael Jackson starts to shoot the video for "Blood On The Dance Floor" in Los Angeles.
- In 2000-
Michael Jackson has selected "The Firm" as his new management company. "The Firm", a two-year-old company described as "one of the hottest music management teams in the world", is headed by Jeff Kwantinetz and Michael Green. John McLain, a family associate and former high-ranking A&M executive, will remain involved in managing Michael Jackson.
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 16th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
February 11th ~
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Preston, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 17th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
February 12th ~
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Wakefield, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 18th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
February 13th ~
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Sheffield, UK.
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February 14th ~
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
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February 15th ~
-In 1979-
The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons perform their Destiny Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons perform 'Blame It On The Boogie" during recording of the ABBA Snowtime TV special in the Central Hotel, Leysin (Switzerland).
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- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 19th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans LA.
February 16th ~
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Glasgow, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 20th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans LA.
February 17th ~
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Manchester, UK.
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February 18th ~
-In 1979-
The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Manchester, UK.
- In 1981-
Can You Feel It by The Jacksons enters the UK pop singles chart where it will peak at No 6 during a fifteen week run.
- In 1988-
Rehearsals for the tour's second leg took place at the Pensacola Civic Center in Pensacola, Florida between January 22 – February 18, 1988.
-In 1989-
"Moonwalker" replaced "E.T. - The Extra-Terrestrial" at #1 on the Billboard Video Sales chart.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 21st Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.
February 19th ~
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Leeds, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 22nd Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.
February 20th ~
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The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Leeds, UK.
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February 23rd ~
-In 1979-
The Jacksons perform the first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour concert in London, UK.
- In 1980-
"Off The Wall" enters the Black Singles Chart Top 5 and remains their for 13 weeks.
-In 1988-
Michael Jackson performs the first of two nights of the Bad World Tour at Kemper Arena, Kansas City (Missouri).
- In 1995-
Michael Jackson was awarded the Harry Chapin Memorial Humanitarian Award.
- In 2002-
Michael Jackson won three awards [out of six nominations] at the "33rd Annual NAACP Image Awards" which took place at the Universal Amphitheatre, Universal City, CA. Michael won for Best Variety Special: "Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration", Best Performance in a Variety Special: "Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration" and Best Music Video: "You Rock My World". However, Michael did not attend the ceremony.
- In 2005-
Michael Jackson goes to court where the 8 members of the Jury are selected.
- In 2010-
The Return of Captain EO.The groundbreaking 3D movie called “Captain Eo”, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and produced by George Lucas. Jackson writes and records two songs for the 17 minute epic: “We Are Here to Change the World” and “Another Part of Me”. He also helps create a “Captain Eo” ride for Disneyland. The attraction, now entitled Captain EO Tribute, re-opened at Disneyland Park on February 23, 2010. The attraction returned to Discoveryland at Disneyland Park (Paris) on June 12, 2010, returned to Epcot at Walt Disney World on July 2 and to Tokyo Disneyland on July 1.
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The Jacksons perform the last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour concert in London, UK.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Bournemouth, UK.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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- In 1984-
Michael Jackson won a record eight Grammy awards for the album "Thriller."
-In 1996-
Michael and Janet Jackson take home the “Best Music Video, Short Film” Award for “Scream”, alongside producer Cean Chaffin and director Mark Romanek at the 38th Annual Grammy Award ceremony at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Ca.
- In 2005-
In Santa Maria, CA, opening statements began in Michael Jackson's trial.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Avignon, France.
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Michael Jackson's "Motown's Greatest Hits" debuted at #53, its peak, in the U.K.
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Thank-you so much for visiting this Thread !! There are missing Dates in these Threads because we want you to FILL IN the BLANKS so to speak..:cheeky::yes:
A CO-creation of Us the ENTIRE MJJCommunity...:clapping::cheers::clapping::clapping:
unk:So if you see or have information on ANY Dates pertaining to Michael that you don't see here, please SHARE it so, it can be properly reported here for ALL to acknowledge and NEVER forget..:agree::clapping::agree:
Thank-you so much ..:clapping:
We Michael-you all very much :wub::angel::wub:
We want to also assure you that these Dates will be completely filled in and added to as the amazing new information about Michael continues to reveal themselves over the years to come ...:wub::agree:
L.O.V.E you MORE..
February 1st ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 preform at the Demba Diop Stadium, Dakar Senegal.
Michael would later remember:
“When we came off the plane in Dakar, Senegal, Africa, we were greeted by a long line of African dancers. Their drums and sounds filled the air with rhythm. I was going crazy, I was screaming, ‘All right! They got the rhythm… This is it. This is where I come from. The origin.’”
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform Destiny Tour at the Carre Theatre, Amsterdam Holland.
- In 1983-
Music’s greatest style statement was Michael Jackson’s single, sparkling glove. On this day in 1983, Michael Jackson introduced his one-glove look (and a little dance move called the Moonwalk) while performing on “Motown 25,” a television special airing on NBC.
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson receives an Official letter from US President Reagan wishing him a speedy recovery.
- In 1988-
The Song "Man In the Mirror" enters the charts. The proceeds from the sales of this record goes to Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, a camp for children who suffer from cancer.
- In 1989-
Lavon A. Muhammad was sentenced to a maximum of 2 1/2 years in prison for violating a court order to stay away from Michael Jackson. She also lost her $100 million paternity suit. She had claimed that Michael Jackson was the father of one of her twins.
- In 2003-
Wiesner & Konitzer try to block the airing of Martin Bashir's documentary after obtaining the final transcript.
- In 2005-
Michael Jackson appears in court for the second day of the Jury selection.
- In 2010-
More than 80 artists gathered to record the remake of "We Are The World". The next day Janet Jackson laid down her version of Michael Jackson's part. The song was premiered at the opening of the Winter Olympics on February 12.
February 2nd ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 play the first of two nights at the Theatre National Daniel Sorano, Dakar (Senegal).
- In 1979-
On the sixth anniversary of The Midnight Special The Jacksons appear, performing Things I do for you, Destiny (with Jermaine), and Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground).
- In 1979-
On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons play at the Wakefield Theatre Club, Wakefield (UK).
- In 1986-
Michael Jackson gives a five-minute interview about Quincy Jones for CBS 60 minutes programme.
- In 1992-
Fox, BET and MTV simultaneously premiered the 9 minute Michael Jackson short film for " Remember The Time".
- In 1994-
Michael Jackson attends a concert of The Temptations and the of Fifth Dimension at the Sheraton Desert Inn of Las Vegas with Lisa Marie Presley.
- In 1998-
Michael Jackson's video for "Ghosts" was released in the U.K. and Europe.
February 3rd ~
-In 1974-
"Dancing Machine" from the Jackson 5 1973 album G.I.T.: Get It Together was released. The group's first US Top Ten hit since 1971's "Sugar Daddy", "Dancing Machine" reached #2 on the Billboard pop music charts and #1 on the R&B charts. It bought The Jackson 5 their second Grammy Award nomination in 1975 for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 play the second of two nights at the Theatre National Daniel Sorano, Dakar (Senegal).
-In 1990-
Michael Jackson is offered the "Role Model Award" from Japan. He accepts the award via satellite.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson held a press conference at Radio City Music Hall in New York to announce plans for a new world tour to raise money for his newly-formed "Heal The World" Foundation,which battles against AIDS and Juvenile Diabetes. Michael joined Peter Kendall, vice president for Pepsi-Cola Int. in announcing the $20 million deal, which was the largest ever between a corporation and a music entertainer. Before the kick-off of his Dangerous World Tour, Michael signed a Pepsi endorsement deal in front of the media. At the press conference, he issues a statement in appreciation for the sponsor of this new tour - the Pepsi-Cola Corporation:
Michael's statement:
"Good afternoon. I like to thank the Pepsi-Cola Corporation for sponsoring the Dangerous Tour, which we plan to kick off in June. The only reason I’m going on tour is to raise for the newly formed, Heal The World, an international children’s charity, that I’m spearheading to assist children and the ecology. My goal is to gross one hundred million dollars by Christmas, 1993. I urge every corporation and individual who cares about this planet and the future of the children, to help raise money for the HTW charity. The Heal The World Foundation will contribute funds to pediatric aids in honor of my friend, Ryan White.
The "Heal The World Foundation" will also offer support to such worthwhile organizations as Camp Ronald McDonald, Make A Wish Foundation, Children Diabetes, Minority Aids Foundation and other charities. I’m looking forward to this tour, because it will allow me to devote time to visiting children all around the world, as well as to spread the message of the global love, in the hopes that others too will be moved to do their share to heal the world. Thank you for coming. I love you very much. Thank you, all."
After his speech, The St. Thomas Boys' Choir sing "Heal The World", which touches the singer: "When I composed the song, it was my dream to hear it performed the way they just performed it, with such innocence and beauty. It took everything to keep me from crying", declares Jackson.
- In 2003-
The controversial “Living With Michael Jackson” documentary conducted by British journalist, Martin Bashir first aired in the United Kingdom on ITV. The interview will air later all around the world..and a storm began. e interviewed Jackson over a span of eight months, from May, 2002 to January, 2003, the documentary containing much commentary by Bashir, which was very critical and judgmental of Michael. However, most of the viewers did not fall for Bashir... after the interview viewers all around the world expressed their support for Michael. The interview was a rare occasion for Michael Jackson to allow such access to his personal life, thus felt all the more betrayed by Bashir’s negative portrayal of him. As a consequence, he soon issues the following statement:
Michael's statement:
"I trusted Martin Bashir to come into my life and that of my family because I wanted the truth to be told. Martin Bashir persuaded me to trust him that his would be an honest and fair portrayal of my life and told me that he was `the man that turned Diana's life around'. I am surprised that a professional journalist would compromise his integrity by deceiving me in this way. Today I feel more betrayed than perhaps ever before; that someone, who had got to know my children, my staff and me, whom I let into my heart and told the truth, could then sacrifice the trust I placed in him and produce this terrible and unfair program. Everyone who knows me will know the truth which is that my children come first in my life and that I would never harm any child. I also want to thank my fans around the world for the overwhelming number of messages of support that I have received, particularly from Great Britain, where people have e-mailed me and said how appalled they were by the Bashir film. Their love and support has touched me greatly."
- In 2007-
Michael Jackson attends the "Beatles Love" musical, and meet the cast backstage at The Mirage in Las Vegas.
February 4th ~
- In 1974-
The Jackson 5 fly home from Dakar after three concerts and many celebrations in their honor.
- In 1990-
Michael Jackson joined other stars at the Sammy Davis Jr 60th Anniversary TV Special, musical gala honoring Sammy Davis Jr. Sammy Davis Jr TV Special aired on ABC on Feb. 4, 1990, with all proceeds, $250,000 being donated to the UNC Fund.
Michael performed "You Were There", which he wrote with Buz Kohan especially for the occasion. The night before the tribute show, Michael and Buz Kohan, who wrote the script, went in the rehearsal hall and wrote a song. They arranged it overnight, and the night of the show was the first time he'd ever sung it. Michael stepped from the glare of several spotlights to perform, "Your Were There". Michael's touching tribute brought tears to his idol, who was then battling throat cancer. After Michael finished the performance with one hand raised in the air, he walked over to Sammy and hugged him warmly. Other performers included Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope and Ella Fitzgerald to name only a few.
For more info and photos:
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/t...Jr-60th-Anniversary-Special-February-4th-1990
- In 1997-
Michael Jackson goes to a courtroom in Rome Italy to testify that he didn't steal "Will You Be There" from Italian artist Al Bano.
February 5th ~
- In 1981-
During her concert in LA, Diana Ross convinced a young Michael Jackson to get on stage to sing "Upside Down" with her.
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- In 1984-
Michael Jackson makes his first public appearance since his head burn injury when he visits the Los Angeles zoo with Emmanuel Lewis.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters.
Rev. Jesse Jackson and NABOB Chairman Pierre Sutton presented him the Award at the 8th Annual Communications Awards Dinner held at the Sheraton Washington Hotel in Washington D.C. Stevie Wonder, boxing heavyweights Muhammad Ali and Leon Spinks, Spike Lee, and Al Jarreau were among the 900 guests, who turn out to see the man who revolutionized and dominated contemporary music, dance, video and fashion.
- In 2002-
Because February will be the month of black music on VH1 (US) featuring 113 hours of music by African American performers - of course including Michael Jackson, on February 5th there are pop up videos by Michael Jackson as well.
- In 2005-
In a US TV interview with Geraldo Rivera Michael Jackson says that his fame has made him a target for those who wish to make money by falsely accusing him of, among other things, harming children.
February 6th ~
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The Jackson 5 are on top of Billboard Number One Hits Chart with "I Want You Back". The song, along with a b-side cover of Smokey Robinson & the Miracles' "Who's Lovin' You", was the only single from the first Jackson 5 album, Diana Ross Presents the Jackson 5. It has sold 6 million copies worldwide. In 1999, "I Want You Back" was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
- In 1971-
"Mama's Pearl" by The Jackson 5 enters the Billboard US Top 40 Singles chart, where it will peak at No 2.
- In 1975-
The Jackson 5 performed in concert at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the first of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
-In 2003-
ABC's "20/20" aired the British documentary "Living With Michael Jackson."
Debbie Rowe, Michael's ex-wife and mother of two of his children, released a press statement regarding the Living With Michael Jackson in supporting him.
"It breaks my heart that anyone could truly believe that Michael would do anything to harm or endanger our children: they are the most important thing in his life," she said, according to the statement, released by a London public relations firm.
February 7th ~
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the second of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson goes to the New York Metropolitan Museum of Natural History to receive awards from CBS & The Guineess Book Of World Records to celebrates Thriller as the largest-selling album of all time. Michael took several occasions that evening to step outside and meet his fans, from barricades in Central Park. At the party, CBS Records president Walter Yetnikoff presented Michael with presented with the first edition of the 1984 paperback version of the Guinness Book of World Records, who had stopped their presses to include the new record holder for the biggest selling album of all time, Michael Jackson's THRILLER.The album had surpassed the 25 million mark in sales, making it the most successful album in history. It had outsold the soundtrack album for Saturday Night Fever to take over the top spot. According to Susan Blond, who organized the event: "It was unbelievably exciting. Even to this day, I don't think anyone has become as big a star as he was at that moment."
25 year old Michael, the shy and sensitive singer, told the invitation-only audience of 1,500 how he felt about epic $1.4 million party staged to salute him. Clutching the wireless microphone in his sequined-gloved right hand, the child star who became a grown-up superstar smiled and said softly:
"I’ve been performing for twenty years. I started at 5 years old touring with my brothers, The Jackson 5, and still I haven’t – you know, I feel like I’ve just begun, you know. And I’ve always wanted to do great things and achieve many things, but for the first time in my entire career I feel like I’ve accomplished this, because I’m in the Guinness Book Of World Records. I'm so honored and deeply touched by it and thank you all. And I also thank CBS Records, which is the best record company in the world and Walter Yetnikoff, who is the best record company president in the world. And thank you all. You are all wonderful people. I'm very embarrassed but thank you."
- In 1989-
Michael Jackson paid a visit to Cleveland Elementary School to see the children and families effected by the massacre occurred on January 17, 1989, at Cleveland Elementary School in Stockton, California.
For more information, Photos and Trivia:
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/t...leveland-School-Massacre-..-January-17th-1989
- In 2004-
Michael Jackson hires Raymone Bain as his new official spokesperson.
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 14th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis MO.
February 8th ~
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The Jacksons perform "Enjoy Yourself" and "Dreamer" on Mike In Hollywood.
- In 1979-
The Jacksons preform the third of four nights of the Destiny World Tour at The Rainbow, in London (UK).
- In 1983-
Michael Jackson attends The British Record Industry Awards (later re-named simply The BRITs) in the Grosvenor House Hotel, London (UK) to collect an award on behalf of Barbara Streisand. Michael is seen pictured with Paul McCartney and his late wife Linda McCartney.
- In 1984-
Michael Jackson attends the "Tap Dance Kid" Musical at the Broadhurst Theatre in NYC with Sean Lennon.
- In 1993-
Jet magazine featured Michael Jackson on their cover with the story: Michael Jackson gives First Live Interview to Oprah Winfrey.
As the monthlong celebration gets underway during the Black HIStory month, the musical monarch will establish an precedent. He will give the first live interview to Oprah Winfrey. The prime time special, produced by Winfrey's Harpo Productions, Inc., will air Wednesday, Feb. 10 (9:30-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network in the U.S. and in countries around the world. "Michael Jackson has always been at the top of my list of people I am most interested in interviewing," Oprah allowed. "The excitement of this interview being live and unedited is certainly a special event for me and for all of Michael's fans." she adds.
Rather than tape the interview and release it on the scheduled air date, the talk show host and Michael agreed to an unprecedented live show. The format will allow the megastar to talk about his career, lifestyle and family, and express his innermost feelings.
- In 2003-
CBS Entertainment (Ed Bradley & Jack Saussman) arrive at Neverland in order to interview Michael Jackson for their show 60 Minutes, but Michael cancels the interview when he hears about the leak of the Chandler deposition from 1993.
- In 2006-
Michael Jackson goes to Rome (Italy).
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 15th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis MO.
February 9th ~
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On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons play the last of three nights at The Rainbow, London (UK).
- In 2002-
Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor attend the fund-raiser Art For Aids: A Tribute To Rock Hudson at the Laguna Art Museum in Laguna Beach. Later in the evening, they attend a private dinner at Dana Point with Michael’s dermatologist Dr Arnold Klein.
Michael looked better in person than he did in photographs and his demeanor toward Elizabeth Taylor was endearing. He held her bejeweled hand throughout the press conference, as well as an arm always protectively around her.
“It was a rocking event here at the museum, complete with the Orange County Sheriff and lots of traffic,” museum director Bolton Colburn said. “I was amazed that Michael was willing to come out to support the arts and AIDS like he did. It was truly amazing.” At the beginning of the event commemorative t-shirts signed by various stars including Michael, Bob Dylan, Madonna, Ringo Starr, Sharon Stone, Halle Berry and others were auctioned. Michael's, which was signed twice, went for an amazing $ 700, well above the average. The gala was expected to raise $150,000.
- In 2009-
Michael Jackson goes to the Bel Air Hotel for a business meeting with Dr. Tohme Tohme.
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'Enjoy Yourself' becomes The Jackson's first Offical Gold record certified by the RIAA on February 10, 1977. It was also the group's first Platinum single, as well as the first song to featured new member Randy Jackson, who replaced Jermaine after he decided to stay in Motown after his brothers left.
- In 1979-
On their Destiny Tour, The Jacksons perform at the Brighton Centre in Brighton (UK).
-In 1998-
Michael Jackson safely arrives in Panhandle city to rehearse for his concert tour “BAD” after bad weather in Atlanta delayed his arrival by three days, a publicity spokeswoman said. On Monday afternoon, Jackson arrived in the same Eastern Airlines that carried the Pensacola Tornados of the Continental Basketball Association home from a road trip.
- In 1992-
Michael Jackson departs for a one week tour to Africa at LA airport. He travels for 11 days to visit hospitals, orphanages, schools, churches & institutions for mentally handicapped children, covering about 30,000 miles on his journey.
- In 1993-
Michael Jackson Talks…to Oprah is telecast live from Neverland Valley around the world attracting around 100 million viewers. During the interview, Michael reveals that he suffers from a skin disorder that destroys the pigmentation of his skin. He also shows his ranch to the world, premieres the video of "Give In To Me" and improvises a beat box on "Who Is It" after doing the Moonwalk. Elizabeth Taylor makes a surprise appearance in support of her friend.
- In 1996-
Michael Jackson goes to a slum in Rio de Janeiro to shoot a second version of the "They Don’t Care About Us" video directed by Spike Lee.
- In 1997-
Michael Jackson starts to shoot the video for "Blood On The Dance Floor" in Los Angeles.
- In 2000-
Michael Jackson has selected "The Firm" as his new management company. "The Firm", a two-year-old company described as "one of the hottest music management teams in the world", is headed by Jeff Kwantinetz and Michael Green. John McLain, a family associate and former high-ranking A&M executive, will remain involved in managing Michael Jackson.
- In 2012-
Cirque du Soleil opens their 16th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 17th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Wakefield, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 18th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the Houston Toyota Center in Houston TX.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Sheffield, UK.
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
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The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny Tour in Geneva, Switzerland.
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The Jacksons perform 'Blame It On The Boogie" during recording of the ABBA Snowtime TV special in the Central Hotel, Leysin (Switzerland).
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 19th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans LA.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Glasgow, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 20th Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans LA.
February 17th ~
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Manchester, UK.
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The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Manchester, UK.
- In 1981-
Can You Feel It by The Jacksons enters the UK pop singles chart where it will peak at No 6 during a fifteen week run.
- In 1988-
Rehearsals for the tour's second leg took place at the Pensacola Civic Center in Pensacola, Florida between January 22 – February 18, 1988.
-In 1989-
"Moonwalker" replaced "E.T. - The Extra-Terrestrial" at #1 on the Billboard Video Sales chart.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 21st Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.
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The Jacksons perform first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Leeds, UK.
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Cirque du Soleil opens their 22nd Michael Jackson "THE IMMORTAL" World Tour in North America performance at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.
February 20th ~
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The Jacksons perform last of two nights of their Destiny World Tour in Leeds, UK.
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The Jacksons perform the first of two nights of their Destiny World Tour concert in London, UK.
- In 1980-
"Off The Wall" enters the Black Singles Chart Top 5 and remains their for 13 weeks.
-In 1988-
Michael Jackson performs the first of two nights of the Bad World Tour at Kemper Arena, Kansas City (Missouri).
- In 1995-
Michael Jackson was awarded the Harry Chapin Memorial Humanitarian Award.
- In 2002-
Michael Jackson won three awards [out of six nominations] at the "33rd Annual NAACP Image Awards" which took place at the Universal Amphitheatre, Universal City, CA. Michael won for Best Variety Special: "Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration", Best Performance in a Variety Special: "Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration" and Best Music Video: "You Rock My World". However, Michael did not attend the ceremony.
- In 2005-
Michael Jackson goes to court where the 8 members of the Jury are selected.
- In 2010-
The Return of Captain EO.The groundbreaking 3D movie called “Captain Eo”, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and produced by George Lucas. Jackson writes and records two songs for the 17 minute epic: “We Are Here to Change the World” and “Another Part of Me”. He also helps create a “Captain Eo” ride for Disneyland. The attraction, now entitled Captain EO Tribute, re-opened at Disneyland Park on February 23, 2010. The attraction returned to Discoveryland at Disneyland Park (Paris) on June 12, 2010, returned to Epcot at Walt Disney World on July 2 and to Tokyo Disneyland on July 1.
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Michael Jackson won a record eight Grammy awards for the album "Thriller."
-In 1996-
Michael and Janet Jackson take home the “Best Music Video, Short Film” Award for “Scream”, alongside producer Cean Chaffin and director Mark Romanek at the 38th Annual Grammy Award ceremony at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Ca.
- In 2005-
In Santa Maria, CA, opening statements began in Michael Jackson's trial.
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The Jacksons perform their Destiny World Tour in Avignon, France.
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Michael Jackson's "Motown's Greatest Hits" debuted at #53, its peak, in the U.K.
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