Do you think the remaining Michael Jackson HIStory statues should be preserved as cultural artifacts?
Lost Legends: Michael Jackson's Giant Statues Still Spark Curiosity 30 Years Later
In 1995, Sony created ten colossal Michael Jackson statues, each 32 feet tall, to promote the HIStory album. These statues were paraded across iconic cities like London, Paris, and Berlin, becoming an unforgettable part of the King of Pop’s promotional legacy. Decades later, their whereabouts have become a subject of fascination. A few are still publicly visible—one in Johannesburg's Santarama Miniland, and another at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Others have been moved, removed, or sold off. The statue from Fulham's Craven Cottage made headlines after being transferred to the National Football Museum, only to be taken down following controversies. As fans and critics reflect on Jackson's legacy, these statues remain potent symbols—either as historic memorabilia or relics of a more complex past.
Options
- Yes, they’re part of music history
- No, they should be retired
- Only in private collections
- Not sure