The Accrington Michael Jackson

iasoba · 11-01-2008, 20:14

Don't know if you know this guy, or if he is classed as a "famous" person (if deemed not, admins, do you want to move this thread?) but I think he's a bit of a legend.
He used to dance outside McDonalds and I did a student documentary on him in the mid 90's.

It's on YouTube at this address. I know it's crap, but if it brings back some memories (it was filmed whilst they were pedestrianising the town centre) have a look.

YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.

MargaretR · 11-01-2008, 20:20

He was mentioned several times in the thread
http://www.accringtonweb.com/forum/f...ters-2876.html (Accy Characters)

nikkival · 11-01-2008, 20:33

It was great to see that again, he was a real character!

Bonnyboy · 11-01-2008, 20:36

Never seen or heard of the lad myself

lindsay ormerod · 11-01-2008, 20:49

Not seen him in ages; last I heard he had moved to Blackburn, he is not as deluded as he looks and was sorting his life out last time I spoke to him, he was doing some office work on some scheme or other, Michael was a one of life's casualties in a lot of ways but was never down. He was definitely special needs but was being looked after by the right people.
Hope he is well.
(we once took him out to see a live band and bought him a few beers; that night is forever ingrained on my memory!)

cmonstanley · 11-01-2008, 20:49

i remember him total character.that brings back memories .

iasoba · 11-01-2008, 21:05

Oh. He was a lovely lad and I didn't make the film to take the p**s, I was genuinely interested in what made him tick...but as you can see my "film making" skills left a lot to be desired.

panther · 11-01-2008, 21:09

i dont remember him,

but have to mention though, ....not a chav in sight!!
and look at the fashion!!.......LOL

now that brings back memories

harwood red · 11-01-2008, 21:32

I can confirm he is living in Blackburn and has had his ups and downs over past few years. During his bad times I have been called on to help out...but he is still mad as ever about Michael Jackson and has a couple of life size cut outs of him at home and must be hundreds of DVD's.

Next time I see him I will tell him there have been kind words been said about him... that will prob make his day... but I may never hear the last of it though

Bonnyboy · 11-01-2008, 21:39

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Originally Posted by harwood red

I can confirm he is living in Blackburn and has had his ups and downs over past few years. During his bad times I have been called on to help out...but he is still mad as ever about Michael Jackson and has a couple of life size cut outs of him at home and must be hundreds of DVD's.

Next time I see him I will tell him there have been kind words been said about him... that will prob make his day... but I may never hear the last of it though

Hadn't heard of the lad as I said...glad he is doing fairly well. Thanks for sharing the information.

Wynonie Harris · 11-01-2008, 21:39

Must admit I've never seen him before.

One thing that struck me about the film, though...if that had been Manchester, a large crowd would have gathered to watch. In Accy, the vast majority of people just walked past, seemingly oblivious to it all!

cashman · 11-01-2008, 22:56

never seen the guy i'm sure,cos even i wouldn,t have forgot that.