Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration (2001)

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The Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Special was a 2001 New York City revue show by Michael Jackson. It took place on September 7, 2001 and September 10, 2001. In late November 2001, the CBS television network aired the concerts as a two-hour special in honour of Michael Jackson's thirtieth year as a solo entertainer (his first solo single, "Got to Be There", was recorded in 1971). The show was edited from footage of two separate concerts Michael had orchestrated in New York City's Madison Square Garden on September 7 and September 10 of 2001. The shows sold out in five hours. Ticket prices were pop's most expensive ever; the best seats cost $5,000 and included a dinner with Michael Jackson and a signed poster.

Overview
"Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration" is a two-night star-studded show occasion honoring pop master Michael Jackson's three-decade period in the music industry. Hosted at New York's iconic Madison Square Garden in 2001, this incredible occasion was the king of pop's last solo concert series. The performance was taped and later broadcast as a two-hour television special that collected approximately 30 million audiences worldwide.

Guest Performances
The show included a selection of performing skills, consisting of award-winning performers, musicians, and members of the Jackson family. It kicked off with Samuel L. Jackson presenting Usher, Whitney Houston, and Mya for an electrifying cover of "Wan na Be Startin' Somethin'". Other notable performances consist of Destiny's Child vocalizing "Bootylicious" and "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)", while star entertainer Liza Minnelli wowed the crowd with a performance of "You Are Not Alone". Other star guest stars included Marlon Brando, Chris Tucker, and Slash.

Thrilling Performances from Michael Jackson
After the numerous celebratory tributes by the guest entertainers, Michael Jackson set the phase ablaze with his thrilling performance. He started by reunifying with his bros for the first Jackson 5 performance in more than 20 years, delighting fans with classics like "I Want You Back", "The Love You Save" and "I'll Be There". The King of Pop then electrified the audience with a solo set that included a few of his biggest hits like "Billie Jean", "Beat It" and "Black or White", punctuated by his signature moonwalk and dance breaks.

Opening night of "Invincible"
The show highlighted the opening night of music from Michael Jackson's then-upcoming album, "Invincible". He carried out "You Rock My World", his brand name brand-new track at the time, bringing Chris Tucker, who appeared in the tune's video, on phase for comical banter which brought your house down in laughter and applause.

A March of Stars for "We Are the World"
As the performance neared its end, Michael Jackson started a march of stars on the phase for a group performance of "We Are the World", a single originally co-written by him and Lionel Richie for humanitarian purposes. This star-studded ending involved all the celebrity visitors and performers from the night in a perky unity that perfectly encapsulated the magic of this celebratory event.

The Concert's Contribution
"Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration" functioned as a tip of Michael Jackson's huge impact on pop culture, music and dance. It gave the world the last chance to see him perform solo, with the icon passing away eight years later. The concert holds a special place in his fans' hearts as it carried them back to the golden moments of his music career.

In conclusion, "Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration" was a grand spectacle that showcased Michael Jackson's unique talent, influence, and exceptional supremacy of the world's popular song scene over three decades. It stands as a testament to the King of Pop's enduring tradition and his unsurpassable prowess in entertaining audiences worldwide.

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