michael at the 2006 japan mtv awards makes me want to curl up in a ball and cry myself to sleep. because that was his first BIG appearance after all the bs that happened. you can TELL he was feeling so overwhelmed and emotional 🥹🥹

On May 27, 2006, Michael Jackson received the Legend Award during the MTV Video Music Awards Japan 2006, held at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo!! ❤️🥹In his speech, Michael became emotional while thanking his Japanese fans for their loyalty and support. After saying “I love you,” he quietly asked the interpreter how to say the phrase in Japanese and then told the audience: “Aishiteru” (I love you in Japanese) The moment was met with great enthusiasm and became one of the most memorable s

On this date in 2006, Michael Jackson arrived at Yoyogi National Gymnasium also called Yoyogi Olympic Stadium in Tokyo, Japan to accept the MTV JapanLegend Award at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan, an honor recognizing his unprecedented influence on music and dance.During a poignant speech, he expressed deep gratitude to his supporters, stating, “I'd like to say to the Japanese people, from the bottom of my heart, I love you very, very much". He also thanked his children and fans worldwide for