On this day in music history: November 20, 1984 - Pop superstar Michael Jackson is awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. Presented by then Hollywood, CA mayor Johnny Grant and Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce President Bill Welsh, Michael Jackson will receive the 1793rd star on the walk of fame. The star is located at 6927 Hollywood Blvd in front of the historic Graumans Chinese Theater. The singer will only stay for the ceremony for three minutes. With members of his family and more than 6,000 fans in attendance, it is one the largest crowds to show up for a star unveiling. Jacksons safety will become a major concern when the crowd begins to get out of hand after his arrival. It is actually the second time Jackson will receive the honor, having been awarded a star as a member of The Jacksons in 1979. The event will cap off an incredible year that will see Jackson sweep the 26th Annual Grammy Awards and earn a place in the Guinness World Book Of Records for having the largest selling album of all time for Thriller. After Jacksons death in 2009, his star will become one of the most visited by tourists and fans.
Posted on: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 01:00:04 +0000