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Michaelmania hits Mexico as fans honour the King of Pop’s birthday
Updated: 31/08/2026 – 12:00 GMT+2
Michaelmania took over the Mexican capital as fans gathered to honour Michael Jackson on what would have been the King of Pop’s 68th birthday, performing Thriller’s iconic dance and dressing as zombies.
Hundreds of Michael Jackson fans and impersonators gathered in Mexico City on Saturday to honour the King of Pop on what would have been his 68th birthday.
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At the “I Do Dance to Thriller 2026” event in the Mexican capital, participants performed the song’s famous choreography after weeks of rehearsals.
Jackson impersonators also took to the stage, while fans arrived dressed as the singer or as zombies inspired by the iconic music video.
The gathering brought together longtime admirers to celebrate Jackson’s music and lasting influence.
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