Michael Jackson left behind the indelible footprint of a giant talent whose artistry changed the course of music history. He is mourned by millions in every country on earth, and he shall be sorely missed. And now that is silenced. We are left with his memory and his music.
Throughout the years of 1982-1991, I had the unique privilege of having three exclusive portrait sittings with Michael. The first was the Thriller Album, the second was the wedding portraits with he and Lisa Marie, and third when he narrated the ET Album for Steven Spielberg. During these years, I was very fortunate to have had some very personal conversations and came to know him on a level of intimacy that gave me insights into his character that impressed me deeply. I am sharing these thoughts.
Michael Jackson was a brilliant, creative performing artist. We spent many private hours together creating and conversing during the years I worked with him. To read about him and his personality, his thoughts and inner life revealed to me, go to my website, http://www.dickzimmerman.com/, and click on “stories.”