Most Famous Person of 2013 Named: Michael Jackson

With the start of the new year, the year-long poll by the website mostfamousperson.net to identify the most famous person of 2013 came to an end, and the final result was announced on January 13th — the winner being none other than Michael Jackson, the King of Pop.

Michael Jackson has long been among the most famous people on earth — and arguably the most famous person. A 1997 survey showed that 95% of people aged 5 to 95 worldwide had heard his name. The 2013 poll once again shows that Michael Jackson, even four years after his death, remains more famous than today's young stars.

The website wrote: "Michael Jackson is the clear winner of 'Most Famous Person' for 2013."

Source: eMJey.com / mostfamousperson