Michael Jackson has died

[munchin]

This is so shocking. I'm a huge fan of his music. I cannot believe it.

[craighickman]

I feel as though the entire tapestry of my coming of age has been ripped from the walls in a single 48-hour period.

Ed, Farrah and Michael, all gone.

Have mercy.

[James7]

My goodness! All of the celebrities are dropping left and right...

[oohsalmon]

Good grief. As far as completely out of nowhere celebrity deaths go, he's not the most shocking candidate, but still it knocks you back.

[dryrunguy]

And here comes the child molestation debate. I thought they'd at least wait 24 hours.

[elisat]

Yes, I agree with Kirkus. This is the Michael Jackson I want to remember:

Thriller

[jjnow]

He was like a member of the family in many ways. As Wolf Blitzer says he's been with us since he was a child. May he rest in peace.

One of my earliest memories: Getting up early every morning to watch the morning music video line-up countdown, trying to catch the "Black & White" video.

[dryrunguy]

One of my earliest memories: Getting up early every morning to watch the morning music video line-up countdown, trying to catch the "Black & White" video.

Are you TRYING to make me feel like I knew Jesus personally?

[nelslus]

I feel as though the entire tapestry of my coming of age has been ripped from the walls in a single 48-hour period.

Ed, Farrah and Michael, all gone.

Have mercy.

Beautifully put, Craig.

Of COURSE, we all could have expected all of this. Still, I am in such a state of shock. Called my man up first thing, because I did NOT want him to hear about this any other way.

These are the celebs we grew up with. I loved Farrah, too- a truly gifted actress. Michael's passing is, in so many ways, a complete tragedy. I am devastated- and furious- including (if not even more so) at Michael- that we all were robbed of his immense talent for so many years. And now- without a doubt- no more.

Awful. Life is just too damned short.

[patrick]

Don't forget him starting his road to stardom as the key member of the Jackson 5.

[omess]

Sad

[Kirkus]

And here comes the child molestation debate. I thought they'd at least wait 24 hours.

For better or worse, fair or unfair, the accusations and following trial did define a portion of his life and celebrity persona.

I'm going to concentrate on his music, and the joy it brought me.

[craighickman]

Don't forget him starting his road to stardom as the key member of the Jackson 5.

That's it right there. I always thought he and I were about the same age. To this day, he was like a brother to me. Every story about him piqued my interest as though it was family news.

[dryrunguy]

Al Sharpton simply refuses to miss an opportunity for airtime.

[morancito]

He was one of the first artists I went to see live in the Azteca stadium. Great show, great talent.

He'll be missed.