1990-2009

1990

1991

Jackson signs a record-setting $65 million contract with Sony. The deal, for an MJ label, movies and six albums, is expected to generate $1 billion

Elizabeth Taylor marries husband No. 7, Larry Fortensky, at Neverland. Jackson escorts her down the aisle

DANGEROUS More than 30 million estimated sales

Releases "Black or White" video in advance of his album Dangerous. The video is violent and sexually explicit. Controversy ensues

1992

1993

In an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Jackson says his pale skin is caused by a pigment disorder, not intentional bleaching

Performs live at the Rose Bowl Stadium during the...

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