Michael Jackson An international star from the age of 11, Michael Jackson"s story is one that stretches the boundaries of credibility, even in the larger-than-life world of megastardom. The eighth child of the Jackson family, and already a major recording star with the Jackson 5, he began a solo career in 1971 while still a member of the group. His 1982 album "Thriller "became the bestselling record of all time, ... Full description