Michael Jackson Remembered On What Would Have Been His 57th Birthday

Michael Jackson was celebrated on Saturday, Aug. 29, by his friends, family and fans on what would have been his 57th birthday.

Jackson Family Celebrates Michael Jackson’s Birthday

Jackson died in June of 2009, six years ago, but his legacy has lived on through his music and his family. Many of Jackson’s family members took to social media to celebrate his birthday, sharing sweet messages of love and reaching out to fans.

“You Wil Always Be Loved! Missed But Never Forgotten! Happy Birthday Michael,” wrote his sister, La Toya Jackson.

You Will Always Be Loved! Missed But Never Forgotten! Happy Birthday Michael!

— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) August 29, 2015

Your Presence Elevated Everyone! Your Music Brought Us Joy! Your Gift Will Be With Us Always! #MichaelJackson pic.twitter.com/i22fb2s9QI

— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) August 29, 2015

Jackson’s nephews, TJ Jackson and Taj Jackson also celebrated Jackson’s birthday. “’The world remembers you as a legend with your talent as an artist. I remember you as a legend with your love as an uncle,’ #ForeverThankful,” wrote TJ.

“The world remembers you as a legend with your talent as an artist. I remember you as a legend with your love as an uncle.” #ForeverThankful

— TJ Jackson (@tjjackson) August 29, 2015

On set shooting a short for @codeztheseries.I never forgot my promise to you uncle Michael.I will live this dream for both of us. #MJForever

— Taj Jackson (@tajjackson3) August 29, 2015

Celebs Wish Michael Jackson A Happy Birthday

Happy birthday King! What’s your favorite #MichaelJackson record? pic.twitter.com/jxqvHWwK5x

— Puff Daddy (@iamdiddy) August 29, 2015

Happy birthday to the best..Michael Jackson

— Shawn Mendes (@ShawnMendes) August 29, 2015

RIP MJ!!! LOVE YOU AND WE ALL MISS YOU!!!!

— Chris Brown (@chrisbrown) August 29, 2015

Singers Cover Michael Jackson For His Birthday

Happy Birthday to the true King of Pop, @MichaelJackson. We miss you. https://t.co/HlWI0sTEqD

— Pentatonix (@PTXofficial) August 29, 2015

Happy Birthday Weekend to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson! In honor of his birthday tomorrow, here is a mashup of some of my favorite MJ songs, arranged by @mrdevinaire. Tag 5 friends who love MJ and can name all of the songs in this medley. Can you? ?? #MichaelJackson #MJ #KingOfPop #Music #JadeNovah #CheyenneCurl #ChelseaCareClub #HappyBirthdayMJ #Virgo

A video posted by Jade Novah (@jadenovah) on Aug 28, 2015 at 7:52am PDT

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