Although Michael Jackson lived a sometimes bittersweet and controversial life, one thing that ironically remained constant was the ongoing transformation in his physical appearance. Despite obvious changes to his nose, jaw line and eyes, the pop icon denied he had extensive plastic surgery and blamed changing skin tone on vitiligo. Jackson, pictured left in 1969, started his career as the lead singer for the Jackson 5. In 2001, Jackson's face evolved into a striking contrast from its former self. Here is a look at the evolution of Jackson's face over the decades.
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