June 25th, 2009 is undoubtedly the saddest day for Michael Jackson fans all over the world.
On this day, the superstar fell and there was no Jackson in the world.
Michael Jackson, known as the "King of Pop Music", has become a global leader in pop music since the early 1980s.
In music, Michael Jackson has made great artistic achievements, winning 13 Grammy Awards and 26 american music awards.
It can be said that it has never been seen before, and there has been no one since.
Apart from artistic attainments, Jackson's most admirable thing is that he pays special attention to humanitarianism. He once said:
"I will devote myself to art and try my best to contribute everything through songs, dances and music."
He successfully turned his music works into propaganda tools and made great contributions to breaking racial discrimination and barriers.
People who like Jackson not only like his music, but also are impressed by his personality charm.
At that time, Jackson's funeral was broadcast live to the whole world. According to official statistics, the number of viewers in the world is as high as 3 billion, so his hardcore fans are at least 65.438+0 billion. He is also the singer with the largest number of fans in the world.
But few people know that Jackson has been to China as a tourist, although he has never held a concert in China.
He had a brief love affair with China.
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Time goes back to 1987. At that time, China was not very developed, and few foreign stars came to China. Even if they did, they were big cities like the Imperial City.
That year, Jackson, who was on holiday in Hongkong, came to the mainland of China as a tourist. Instead of going to a busy metropolis, he set his tourist destination in the countryside of Zhongshan City, Guangdong Province.
▲ Jackson stood on the ridge with a hat.
Although Jackson was already a world-famous superstar at that time, he didn't put on some big airs as a king superstar on the day of his visit, but only visited Zhongshan in a very low-key way under the guidance of a tour guide.
Jackson also came to the village by bus that day. After getting off the bus, Jackson looked like a child who had just seen the world. He is so curious about everything around him that he even finds it interesting to watch buffalo. He also asked the tour guide, "Can we stop to take pictures?"
However, there was an episode in the middle. When Jackson approached the buffalo, the buffalo suddenly stepped on the pedal, and Jackson, who has always been radiant on the stage, was shocked.
But this did not affect his interest. Then he watched the buffalo shoot for five minutes, laughing like a carefree teenager.
Although the entertainment circle is very complicated, Jackson has always maintained that innocence in his heart. When he doesn't have to face the camera and reporters, he is like the big brother of his neighbor.
Jackson was full of curiosity about everything in the countryside. Those old houses and bluestone roads, although a little shabby, seem to be pure land on earth, which deeply attracts Jackson's attention.
At that time, Jackson also curiously visited the home of a villager. The hostess of the house is over 70 years old. Although she didn't know the language, she received Jackson warmly.
The old man showed Jackson around the shabby living room and back hall. Facing the kind old man, Jackson was very kind and polite, and kept communicating with the old man with gestures or through translators.
Jackson also took a group photo with the old man to show his respect, and let the old man sit in front of him while he sat behind him.
It is said that the details see the character. Such a small gesture shows that Jackson is a humble and polite person.
Before leaving, Jackson asked the old man, "How much will it cost?"
The old man quickly waved his hand and said, "No."
Even if the old man refused again and again, the kind Jackson asked his assistant to leave the old man 2000 Hong Kong dollars.
At that time, the countryside was not rich, and there was nothing at home. Jackson felt that the life of the elderly was very difficult. He wants to do his part to help the elderly improve their living conditions.
▲ After Jackson returned to Hong Kong, he specially developed the photos, sent them back and signed them.
Balzac once said: "A truly talented person is always kind, frank and straightforward, and never reserved."
That's Jackson. Although he is the idol of tens of thousands of people, he has always maintained his inner kindness and has not been carried away by fame and fortune. This is a well-deserved superstar.
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Jackson is not only kind, but also very approachable.
At that time, when Jackson visited the village, many villagers and children were curious and followed him wherever he went.
Jackson not only didn't dislike it, but also took the initiative to greet everyone. As an international superstar, he didn't feel that high.
During the period, as long as someone asks him to sign or take a photo, he will stop and smile to meet everyone's requirements. After he returned to China, he mailed back all these photos, which are still treasured by the villagers.
This warm-hearted move warmed the hearts of the villagers.
When taking photos with the villagers, Jackson did not play cool or hold his head, but showed a childlike innocent smile.
In fact, Jackson himself likes children very much. He not only interacted with them, but also took the initiative to take photos with them. Later, these photos were published in his autobiography. He said, "Seeing these children in China, it is hard to resist their attraction to me."
Jackson likes children because their world is pure and there is no fame and fortune, and he is by no means a "pedophile" reported by the media. Later, he was framed for molesting children, and you can imagine how painful he was.
In addition to his fascination with local customs and simple villagers, Jackson also had a keen interest in China culture, and he couldn't put it down for Chinese-style artworks such as ceramics and swords.
On the day of the visit, Jackson walked into a shop and was very happy to see a wide range of handicrafts. He carefully looked at almost everything in the shop and finally bought a dozen little dolls.
Once some people reach a certain height, they show off their high taste and luxurious material life all the time, and often scoff at civilian things for fear of lowering their level.
But Jackson didn't. Although he has endless wealth and stands at a height that people look up to, he is very grounded.
In his eyes, people have different wealth, but they are equal in personality.
Those self-righteous people just turn a blind eye, but they can't see Mount Tai. Throughout the ages, people with real ability and cultural background are extremely humble.
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People have always had different misunderstandings about Jackson, and there are even rumors that Jackson is very picky about water and food, even to the point of being picky, but those who contacted him during that trip to Zhongshan denied this statement.
During the whole trip, Jackson was also very polite when eating. He will say thank you to every waiter. He especially respects the customs in China, such as using chopsticks.
When eating, he insisted on using chopsticks, which is also a recognition of China culture. At the end of the meal, he basically mastered the use of chopsticks.
Jackson praised China's natural scenery and unique folk culture, which showed his kindness to others.
▲ Jackson set up a stall
Jackson's trip to China lasted only seven hours, but the rural scenery of Zhongshan and the villagers' simple living were deeply imprinted in his mind. He said to the tour guide, "The natural spectrum of Zhongshan is very similar to that of Switzerland. Everything is so green."
When Jackson left, many villagers kept waving to him, and some people in the crowd invited him again, hoping that he would come to China again.
Although Jackson may not understand, he kept smiling and waving goodbye to the villagers. I feel like an old friend far away, not a king.
To this day, villagers who had contact with Jackson in those years still remember his voice, face and smile when he was mentioned. One of them, Liu Guangzhi, said:
"Although Jackson is gone, I will still look at the photos and recall Jackson's easygoing and approachable. He is an unparalleled superstar and we will always miss him. "
People are often forgetful, but for Jackson, even after 30 years, the villagers still remember him vividly. That short experience made them feel the personality charm of a singer.
After entering the 1990s, Jackson wanted to hold a concert in China and promised to donate $5 million to build a Hope Primary School in China. However, due to various reasons, these plans have not been realized, which has become the regret of Jackson's singing career.
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Jackson's trip to China showed people a little-known side of him. Today, the guide who received him still feels very moved when he mentions Jackson's personality.
What impressed me the most was: "Jackson didn't talk much, just watched quietly, but he was very kind and would take the initiative to say hello to the children and take a group photo."
In fact, this is what Jackson really looks like. Although he is famous all over the world, he is a friendly person and likes to be quiet and alone when he walks off the stage.
He treats fans and friends like this. Every time fans meet, he will sign autographs and take the initiative to hug everyone like an old friend. He said, "I will make you proud to be my fans."
Jackson had many disappointments in his life, but he never forgot to warm the world with his songs and actions.
During his 50-year life, he has supported 39 charitable foundations around the world, and is the artist who has made the greatest contribution to charity in his own name.
He cares about African children and tries to break racial discrimination. He always tries his best to help the disadvantaged groups in society. Although he is a superstar, he always keeps a low-key and modest attitude.
So some people say that one day he is a fan and he will be a fan all his life.
Today, Jackson has passed away 1 1 year, but his dancing and singing remain in people's memory forever.