I think alot of people forget that Michael Jackson was an icon and a fantastic musician of our time especially in the mid to late 80's.
His death shocked the world and for me, personally, I couldn't quite get my head around it. Hell, if it can happen to the king of pop it can happen to anyone!
Since Michael Jacksons passing it has only really come to light of all the millions he did give away to people all over the world. Third world countries, children with severe disabilities, Great Ormond street hospital etc, and many many other people who, he felt, needed his help.
But, yes, life goes on....