What is Michael Jackson Effect?
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It is where a lot of people who hated you before your death, once they hear that you are dead instantly love you, as with the case of
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Michael Jackson died, theMichael Jackson effect took place and many news anchors, who previously hated him, loved him and respected him.
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1.When a musician gains many new fans and sells many more albums after they die than they ever did while still alive.
2. When the entire planet mourns over a famous person's death as if they knew them personally.
1. Reporter: The death of the king of pop caused what is now known as the Michael Jackson Effect. After his death, Thriller and all of his other works were in high demand.
2. Random Person off the Street: (in tears) I'm really gonna miss Michael Jackson. I feel like a part of me has died.
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