• LightBox

Michael Jackson: The Last Photos

1 minute read
By TIME

Shortly before his death, the King of Pop was photographed rehearsing for his sold-out London shows

This Is It

International pop-music icon Michael Jackson rehearses at Los Angeles' Staples Center on June 23, 2009, two days before his death. Photographer Kevin Mazur was given exclusive access to the sessions.Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty

Highlight

More than 800,000 tickets, costing upwards of £1,000 (about $1,650), had been sold for the London shows. Fans have been informed that their money will be refunded.Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty

Long Reach

Fans will have a chance to purchase a DVD and album of Jackson's last rehearsals, which is presently being compiled. It is expected to be one of his biggest sellers. This photo was taken on May 6, 2009.John Shearer / AEG / Concerts West / Getty

Behind the Scenes

Jackson works with choreographer/director Kenny Ortega in a photo taken on May 6, 2009.John Shearer / AEG / Concerts West / Getty

Smile

Starting this Christmas, Jackson's family will release a series of posthumous albums, including perhaps songs written for Jackson's children and some left over from his last album, Invincible.Kevin Mazur / AEG / WireImage

More Must-Reads from TIME

Contact us at letters@time.com