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Michael picked up an honor on May 19, from the Guiness
World of Records Museum, who presented him with the first ever Lifetime
Achievement Award. The award was in recognition of his many world
records: the best selling album in history (Thriller) , winning
the most Grammys in a single year (Eight in 1984), the biggest concert
(500,000 people in four shows at London's Wembley Stadium), the biggest
contract in the history of show business, (Signed with Sony in 1991),
and performing before the largest ever television audience (133.4
million during his halftime performance at the 1993 Super Bowl).
The master of ceremonies for the event was Casey Kasem and the founding editor of the Guiness Book of World Records,
Norris McWhirter, flew to Los Angeles from London especially to present
the honor. Michael, dressed in black, with large mirrored sunglasses
and a fedora, accepted the honor and spoke to the crowd of fans that had
brought Hollywood Blvd. to a standstill, "I love you all and thank you
very much for coming."
Lori Byler, president of the Michael Jackson Observer Fan Club,
then presented Michael with a second award. The plague was in
recognition of his work with children and its inscription read:
In deepest appreciation for all you nave done for the children
of the world, Because of your great love and sensitivity towards all
children, they now have the chance to live a happy and normal life.
Without other great humanitarians, like yourself, the lives and future
of our children the world over is hopeless.
All of us wish to join hands with you, Michael, to help Heal the
World and to preserve the future for all the children of the world.
We, the members of the Michael Jackson Observer Fan Club wish to
offer you our support, love, loyalty and appreciation for everything you
have done for our children, and for all of us.
With our deepest respect and love,
The Michael Jackson Observer Fan Club
of the United States and around the world.
Following the award presentations, Michael went inside the museum
to unveil an updated lifesize likeness of himself being added to the
museum's display. The figure of himself stands on top of a giant 45 rpm
record in recognition of his unprecedented world records in
entertainment Also part of the display are Michael's albums,
memorabilia, and video monitors playing highlights from his entire
career. The wax figure later need repairs when it was damaged in the
earthquake that rocked California in January.
There were two Jackson nominations for the first American Television Awards; The Jacksons: An American Dream was nominated for Best Mini Series, but didn't win. Michael Jackson Talks To ... Oprah
was nominated for Best News, Information or Documentary, but it didn't
win either. Michael did not attend the award presentation.
Airing on June 1, 1993 were the World Music Awards that were
actually held on May 12 at the Sporting Club in Monte Carlo. The World
Music Awards were established by Prince Albert of Monaco to recognize
the top selling artists in major international markets and genres. This
year the awards were being telecast in the U.S. for the first time.
Helping to increase their stature and credibility was the presence of
the King of Pop who would be attending, not to sing and dance, but to
pick up three of their biggest honors.
He received his first award of the evening from the program's host, Michael Douglas:
It wasn't difficult to determine the Best Selling American
Artist this year. His records have been at the top of the charts for
over 24 years. He sold more records than any other individual in
recording history. His televised interview was one of the most watched
shows of all time and you can hear the screams anytime he even thinks of
appearing on stage anywhere. In this princely principality, it may be
considered inappropriate to introduce a king but indulge me this once as
I introduce this year's Best Selling American Artist, the King of Pop,
Michael Jackson. |
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