Michael Jackson Inducted into the National Museum of Dance Hall of Fame
Michael Jackson became the 44th dancer/choreographer inducted into the National Museum of Dance Hall of Fame, making him the first ever figure from the world of pop music to be inducted, all other inductees have come from the world of ballet or modern dance, some of which include: Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham, Jerome Robbins, Alvin Ailey, Paul Taylor, Robert Joffrey, Fred Astaire, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and Bob Fosse.
Michael’s Brother Marlon accepted the honor for Michael’s behalf. He said that he wished that Michael could have accepted it himself and added, "I'm proud of him for what he accomplished in his life. That he's being recognized for his ability, his musical ability and dance ability, makes me feel good inside. He would've appreciated this."
Michele Riggi, president of the dance museum's board of directors said that Michael was qualified to be a part of the hall of fame for the impact his innovative dancing had on the world. "The moonwalk, I mean, he was the first to do that, and all his dance moves, from his robot dances to the moonwalk to all his gyrations and song and dance together, were such a unique style. Along with his music and dance, he was a complete person and so worthy of being inducted."