https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj The construction and change of the star image of The King of Pop en-us 2019-03-18 12:43:00 UTC 2023-05-19 14:52:32 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Moderncam.png 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342376166 Much of Jackson's star image is that of which he created himself. He constructed the 'Thriller' music video to create something that nobody had ever witnessed before. He gained such a widespread fan base through his individuality. ]]> 2019-03-18 13:19:07 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342376166 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342437321 Jackson achieved his character of "good-guy" through extreme amounts of charity work. He prided himself on a love of helping others, and was keen to share his fortune with those who were less privileged. ]]> 2019-03-18 14:55:57 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342437321 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342444081 Jackson gained his nickname of 'The King of Pop' shortly after his 1982 album 'Thriller' became the biggest selling album of all time.]]> 2019-03-18 15:07:19 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342444081 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342497557 Jackson's physical image changed dramatically over his lifetime. His ever-changing look is what made him stand out and contributed to the idea of "freakery" that people often linked him to.]]> 2019-03-18 16:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342497557 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342500059 Step by step guides on how to moonwalk supports the idea that Jackson was one of the most influential figures of the 21st century as people are willing to learn to copy his style.]]> 2019-03-18 16:43:06 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342500059 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342822527 After a burn incident on the set of Jackson's partnership with Pepsi, he maintained his "good-guy" image by donating a substantial amount of money to set up the 'Michael Jackson burn charity.']]> 2019-03-19 12:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342822527 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342835147 This article discusses through the influence that Jackson had on pop music through songs, performances and visual styles. It contributes to his 'iconic' star image as it stresses how he was one of the most important cultures figures of the century.]]> 2019-03-19 13:20:57 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342835147 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342848797 Interview with Jackson and his friend Gavin at his famous Neverland ranch. The interviewer is questioning Jackson about the relationship that he has with Gavin, and asks if he's ever considered it to be inappropriate. This shifts the star image of Jackson as people are now starting to doubt that he is the 'good-guy' that he came across as.]]> 2019-03-19 13:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342848797 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342945637 Working with large brands such as Pepsi indicates that Jackson was a large enough influence to encourage people to buy the product.]]> 2019-03-19 16:11:00 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/342945637 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343094693 Headlines released due to Jackson's death. Ranging from sensitive to insensitive, portraying a mixed star image towards the end of his life.]]> 2019-03-19 21:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343094693 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343263830 A controversial and personal documentary about sexual abuse allegations towards 
Jackson produced nearly 10 years after his death. This effects his star image as it gives the audience a completely different outlook on the image of an 'icon' that many desired to be like, he now doesn't seem quite so desirable and is in danger of having his legacy damaged.]]> 2019-03-20 11:48:30 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343263830 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343264902 Article discussing the many distinguishable fashion choices made by Jackson. He almost created his own "brand" by always wearing outfits that audiences will remember. Having such a memorable style, like his physical appearance, kept Jackson constantly in the press. ]]> 2019-03-20 11:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343264902 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343300591 'Connected flashpoint' death - Jackson's death considered "the second biggest news story of the 21st century." Dominated media platforms all around the world, supporting that he was one of the biggest icons that the world had seen.]]> 2019-03-20 13:10:23 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343300591 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343431414 Article discussing the creativity of Jackson. His individuality and style is described as "creative genius." His image here is clearly very highly thought of, and contributes to his legendary persona.]]> 2019-03-20 16:43:14 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343431414 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343433247 Article discussing the concept of 'enfreakment' and the medias desire to know about those who don't fit into the 'norm.' It explains how the more famous Jackson got, the more the media were interested in printing controversy about him to make headlines. This contributes to an image of being 'the Other' that Jackson often portrayed.]]> 2019-03-20 16:46:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343433247 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343444519 Interview with Oprah discussing the controversial topic of Michael's changing skin colour. He was asked many times if this was done because he "didn't want to be white", however he denies the claims. This supports the controversial image of Michael, as he was accused many times of purposefully abandoning his original skin colour.]]> 2019-03-20 17:07:03 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343444519 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343480608 Discussing how Jackson was crowned "the most successful entertainer of all time." His huge amount of success within the music industry was the primary reason that he was seen as legendary by many.]]> 2019-03-20 18:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343480608 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343550583 Article discussing how the Jackson Five influenced Motown and how this contributed to race. They were seen as "refreshing" and Michael's mediated image was much to do with normalizing black performers - something that would be classed as "iconic."]]> 2019-03-20 21:20:54 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343550583 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343553583 Referring to Michael as the idea of "crossover" music. Bringing races and cultures together through a style of music that suits all, further emphasizing the idea of a revolutionary individual. ]]> 2019-03-20 21:34:20 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343553583 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343556407 CNN reported that Michael Jackson 'broke down racial barriers' through uniting people through music. This power to change society supports the image of an 'influencer' as he was arguably able to do the what was thought to be impossible in terms of normalizing those of different skin colour.]]> 2019-03-20 21:45:35 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343556407 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343558226 Article discussing how Jackson had lasting impact on dancing. He bridged the gap between 'West Coast street dance and East Coast break dancers' therefore strengthens the point that he was influential and a mediator between cultures.]]> 2019-03-20 21:53:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343558226 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343559170 The Guardian discusses how modern dance is still centered around his moves even after his death. This level of influence after a star dies ultimately proves them to have an iconic image as he has left behind a lasting legacy.]]> 2019-03-20 21:57:53 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343559170 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343561523 Jackson constructed his star image through the controversial press. The media, bad or good, was making him more famous. This fact still supports the image of success that he distributed throughout his whole life.]]> 2019-03-20 22:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343561523 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343562468 'Wacko Jacko" was a name that Jackson was called numerous times in the press. His mediated persona, whilst still popular, was seen as unusual and abstract.]]> 2019-03-20 22:14:28 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343562468 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343567378 'Heal the World' foundation was a charity (now defunct) that Jackson set up in order to help disadvantaged children. This maintains his good guy image as he was always wanting to use his fortune to help those in need.]]> 2019-03-20 22:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343567378 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343568153 Article describing the titles that Jackson was given due to his various charity work. He had a large amount of respect from people of all backgrounds, and constantly doing things to keep up his generous good-guy public image.]]> 2019-03-20 22:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343568153 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343573797 Fan forum celebrating the legacy of Michael Jackson. This proves that his legacy has stood the test of time as there includsposts from 2017 therefore was clearly iconic.]]> 2019-03-20 23:09:56 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343573797 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343575002 2019-03-20 23:17:00 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343575002 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343575795 2019-03-20 23:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343575795 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343577659 2019-03-20 23:32:18 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343577659 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343579996 2019-03-20 23:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343579996 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343671180 The Guardian explains how Michael was one of the first black artists to break-through the music industry. Regardless of the controversial scandals of his changing skin colour, it celebrates that his musical influence was a starting point for the introduction of black musicians on mediated platforms. This constructs star image as it reveals how much social and cultural power was held by him.]]> 2019-03-21 09:09:26 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343671180 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343688275 Describes the ways in which Jackson's legacy still lives on, through "setting the bar that every subsequent pop album measures itself against." Ultimately describing his influence of being one of the biggest pop stars of all time.]]> 2019-03-21 10:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343688275 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343698977 Interview with Jackson about his plastic surgery, to which he states he has "only had plastic surgery on his nose." This constructs a dishonest image of him, as it is obvious that this is not the case.]]> 2019-03-21 10:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343698977 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343707123 Personal experience of one man's trip to Michael's property, "Neverland". He is described as "magical" and his resort was something that no-one had seen anything like before. This supports the image of out of the ordinary.]]> 2019-03-21 11:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343707123 201176496 https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343709473 Article that discusses the idea that Michael didn't build Neverland with the good intentions that the public thought, but to groom children into being intimate with him. This constructs a extremely negative image to someone who's previously been seen as positive.]]> 2019-03-21 11:26:06 UTC https://padlet.com/201176496/z9gc1m9pi3bj/wish/343709473