MJ fact set

Super Bowl XXVII & charity: 3 facts

The moment halftime became a global stage.

• He performed at Super Bowl XXVII

  Michael's January 31, 1993 halftime show at the Rose Bowl is widely credited with transforming the Super Bowl halftime into a premier global music event — U.S. viewership actually rose during halftime for the first time ever.

• Heal the World Foundation

  Founded in 1992, Michael's foundation airlifted 46 tons of supplies to war-torn Sarajevo, funded a drug-abuse program for children, and paid medical bills for kids around the world before closing in the early 2000s.

• Guinness: Most Charities Supported by a Pop Star

  Michael holds the Guinness World Record for supporting the most charities of any pop star — 39 organizations, with personal donations estimated at over $300 million during his lifetime.

Facts compiled from publicly available sources including Billboard, the RIAA, Guinness World Records, the US Patent Office and reputable music publications. This is an independent fan publication and is not affiliated with the Estate of Michael Jackson. All trademarks and song titles belong to their respective owners.