When Did Michael Jackson Die?

Key facts about his passing:

• Cause of death: acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication. The coroner ruled his death a homicide.
• His personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, was later convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2011.
• At the time of his death, Jackson was preparing for a comeback concert series called "This Is It" in London.

Often called the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson was one of the best-selling music artists of all time, known for albums like Thriller, Bad, and Off the Wall. His death prompted a global outpouring of tributes and a memorial service watched by millions around the world.

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