July 7th, 2009
12:33 PM ET

Ex-Vibe editor reflects on Jackson

Danyel Smith, former editor for Vibe magazine, reflects on the impact Jackson had on her life with CNN.com's Melissa Long. Smith said Jackson was not only a death to her family but for "everybody's" family. "I don't remember a time when Jackson wasn't on the radio," Smith said. "I don't remember an era in my life when Jackson didn't provide some soundtrack."


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  1. Kent G. Reed

    I believe MJ was a phenomenal performer and person. He touched billions of people throughout his life. His music and his soul are one of a kind. People can say whatever they want about him but how many people can say they donates multimillions to charities and cared so much for the world. I think michael should have a statue erected in his honor. If michael jaordan has one so should michael jackson. I believe he is in a better place during his last 10 years he has been accused but never convicted of crimes. I do beleive in inoccent until proven guilty. I think there will never be another like michael. God blessed us with him and now it is time for him to be in peace. I feel privilidged to say I was alive to see michael acheive greatness. with love r.i.p MJ

    July 7, 2009 at 2:06 pm | Report abuse |
  2. ray

    AEG & THE JACKSON FAMILY SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE AND PAY THE BILL. NOT THE TAX’S PAYER OF LOS ANGELES.

    July 7, 2009 at 1:25 pm | Report abuse |
  3. Ting ZHANG

    RIP Michael Jackson! You are the reason why i come all the way to north america. To us, you were not just the fascinating aspect of the american culture, you are the most beautiful part of the world culture. 25th june 2009 was the day the world lengendary music era is gone. But in the hearts of hundreds of millions of fans worldwide, you will live forever, your legacy will live on, we will remember you as the greatest entertainer in the world of all time.

    July 7, 2009 at 1:02 pm | Report abuse |
  4. Leigh R.

    I feel both sad for Michael and happy. I feel sad that he was so misunderstood and so very lonely. I feel happy for him as now he is at peace....which is something I truly feel he deserves!

    July 7, 2009 at 12:55 pm | Report abuse |

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