The accident caused significant pain and left Jackson with lasting injuries. Despite the setback, Michael continued working tirelessly, using the experience to highlight fire safety and later donating his Pepsi commercial earnings to charity. The footage of the accident wasn’t made public until years later, shocking fans worldwide.
Fun Fact: This unfortunate incident is often credited as one of the factors that contributed to Michael Jackson’s increased use of painkillers, which became a well-documented struggle in later years.
Trivia Question: What was the name of Michael Jackson’s record-breaking album released in 1982, which included hits like Thriller and Billie Jean?
