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Michael Jackson: The Last Photos
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TIME
Jul 1, 2009 4:00 AM CUT
by
TIME
Jul 1, 2009 4:00 AM CUT
Shortly before his death, the King of Pop was photographed rehearsing for his sold-out London shows
This Is It
International pop-music icon Michael Jackson rehearses at Los Angeles' Staples Center on June 23, 2009, two days before his death. Photographer Kevin Mazur was given exclusive access to the sessions. Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty
Highlight
More than 800,000 tickets, costing upwards of £1,000 (about $1,650), had been sold for the London shows. Fans have been informed that their money will be refunded. Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty
Long Reach
Fans will have a chance to purchase a DVD and album of Jackson's last rehearsals, which is presently being compiled. It is expected to be one of his biggest sellers. This photo was taken on May 6, 2009. John Shearer / AEG / Concerts West / Getty
Behind the Scenes
Jackson works with choreographer/director Kenny Ortega in a photo taken on May 6, 2009. John Shearer / AEG / Concerts West / Getty
Smile
Starting this Christmas, Jackson's family will release a series of posthumous albums, including perhaps songs written for Jackson's children and some left over from his last album, Invincible. Kevin Mazur / AEG / WireImage