Video: Michael Jackson Dies, A Look at His Lean Illusion

Michael Jackson died today, and since I grew up with the man who many would argue is one of the greatest entertainers of all time, I thought we’d do a tribute to one of the cooler pieces of tech that played into his dance moves. If you remember the Smooth Criminal Michael Jackson video, he did an amazing lean. We know the video used special effects to make that look as good as it did, but he also incorporated that lean into his live show.

In the video above, you see that Michael and his dancers have special shoes that seem to hook into the stage, allowing them to lean. Notice how one of his backup dancers gets his foot stuck and has to shake it loose afterwards.

We’ll miss you, Michael.

Posted by Andru Edwards on June 25, 2009 at 04:55 PM
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The passing of Michael Jackson is like a star being plucked from the sky. The sky becomes a little dimmer.

Posted by Lamar Cole on June 26, 2009 at 12:50 AM | #

Michael Jackson you leave us too soon , we still desire to hear your voice & your songs. Your song ” Heal The World ” hope can really heal & save this world. We really miss you… Rest In Peace Mike , Good bye….

Posted by Michael Jackson Death Photos on June 28, 2009 at 12:30 AM | #

wow, I still just cant believe that he is Gone. I never thought he would or could die so soon. he was Only 50. Just 50. I cant believe it.

He will be Forever Missed and its a shame that Our Next Generation wont be able to experience and know How Much Of a Great Music Artist He Truly was.

I remeber Listening to his music and Reading about him in magazienes when i was younger. im 16 now and i loved to listen to his music and watch him on TV doing music videos when i was around 10..

He will Deffinitly Be Forever missed, And Its so Sad that he has died and he Didnt get to do his Tour :(

Posted by Victoria on June 28, 2009 at 06:27 PM | #

so sad he couldn´t say good bye.. he hasn´t die the legent has just born !! RIP

Posted by kat on July 01, 2009 at 12:04 PM | #

Michael did not invent that. That has been in use in hollywood ...for years. Clowns have used them for skits. Also it is how the tin-man leaned in the Wizard of Oz.

Posted by Shikster on October 11, 2009 at 11:47 AM | #