# Michael Jackson Artvertorials KAWS Spread for Interview Magazine By Christina Butty | Published 2009-08-26 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jackson-kaws-interview-magazine1 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2009/08/kaws-x-michael-jackson-cover-for-interview-magazine/) & [blog.honeyee](http://blog.honeyee.com/kaws/) Since the swift, sad passing of Michael Jackson there has been an interest in Michael Jackson art and objects. Recently Interview magazine has teamed up with low brow artist [KAWS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audemars-piguet-x-kaws) to create a fun editorial featuring the Prince of Pop. KAWS worked on top of a [portrait of Michael Jackson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1) and wrapped his “bendy” character around him. The final product is young and fun, just like Michael would like. **Implications** - The death of certain celebrities who achieved icon status in life has significant impacts on consumerism, as companies across a variety of industries capitalize on the widespread communal grief that these tragic events incite in the public sphere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Leaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/leaders) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Michael Jackson Art:** Creating art inspired by Michael Jackson's legacy presents opportunities for artists to tap into nostalgia and cultural icons. - **Low Brow Art:** Collaborating with low brow artists like KAWS opens doors for unique and playful artistic expressions with mass appeal. - **Iconic Celebrity Consumerism:** The death of iconic celebrities prompts companies in various industries to leverage communal grief for marketing and product opportunities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists can explore the creation of Michael Jackson-inspired art, capitalizing on the public's continued interest in his legacy. - **Fashion:** Collaborations with low brow artists like KAWS can offer fashion brands a fresh and youthful approach to tapping into popular culture. - **Media and Entertainment:** Companies can leverage the public's emotional connection to iconic celebrities to create compelling content or merchandise that resonates with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Art-Driven Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-artist-capsule.md) - [Bold Graffiti Printed Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stephen-sprouse.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Watch Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audemars-piguet-x-kaws.md) - [Mascot-Centric Luxe Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-oak-concept-tourbillon.md) - [American Artist Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastpak-launched.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md)