John McClain Dies: Michael Jackson Estate Co-Executor & Veteran Music Exec Was 71
John McClain, a prominent music executive and co-executor of the Michael Jackson estate, has passed away at the age of 71. He died from complications following a fall in Los Angeles. His co-executor, John Branca, expressed deep sorrow over McClain's loss, highlighting his innovative contributions to music and his dedication to Jackson's legacy.
- ▪John McClain served as a co-executor for the Michael Jackson estate.
- ▪He died at the age of 71 due to complications from a fall.
- ▪McClain and John Branca worked together to release various projects related to Michael Jackson after his death.
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John McClain Lester Cohen/Getty Images John McClain, the veteran music executive who served as a co-executor for the Michael Jackson estate, has died. He was 71. The former A&M and Interscope Records exec reportedly died of complications from a fall on Tuesday in Los Angeles, according to People, as his co-executor John Branca paid tribute. “I am profoundly grieved at the loss of my partner and ‘brother’ John McClain,” he said in a statement. “One of the great innovators in the world of music and music marketing, John was a visionary, seeing past the mundane and into the future.” Related Stories Legal Wanna Be Repayin’ Somethin’: Paris Jackson Claims “Massive Win” Over Michael Jackson Estate Lawyers’ Big-Bucks Bonuses News ‘Michael’ Hits A Higher Note In Global Opening With $218.8M – Box…
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