Veteran music executive John McClain and real estate executive Michael Jackson passed away on May 26, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. He was 71 years old.According to reports, McClain died after a long illness. Although some reports suggested that he suffered complications after a fall, the official cause of death has not yet been made public.McClain was one of the biggest behind-the-scenes influences in the music industry and was instrumental in shaping the careers of many artists, including members of the Jackson family.
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After learning of his death, the official manager of Instagram Michael Jackson She shared a heartfelt tribute to mourn McClain’s death and celebrate her long relationship with the pop icon.“Michael Jackson’s relationship with John McClain began in his teenage years and continued throughout Michael’s life,” the statement read.“When Michael passed away, John McClain, along with John Branca, became co-executors of Michael’s estate. It is now with deep sadness that the Estate team shares the news of John McClain’s passing.”The statement also described McClain as “an amazing human being” and remembered his contributions to music and the lives he touched.“In addition to his role as co-executor, John was many things throughout his life: musician, songwriter, music industry executive, but first and foremost, he was an amazing human being and a great friend to all who were fortunate enough to be in his life.”The emotional tribute ended with the words: “He will be missed here on earth but we hope he is reunited with Michael and they are making music together again.”
John McClain played a huge role in Michael Jackson’s legacy
After a successful career in the music business, John McClain became closely associated with the Jackson family in the early 1980s and was instrumental in helping to launch it. Janet Jackson into superstardom.Michael Jackson later named McClain and John Branca as joint executors of his estate in his will.After Jackson’s death in 2009, McClain played a key role in managing and expanding the singer’s legacy. Under the leadership of the establishment, several important projects were launched, including archival albums, documentaries, films, Cirque du Soleil productions and the Broadway hit MJ: The Musical.He also helped oversee the recently released film Michael, based on the life of the late pop legend.According to Forbes, Michael Jackson’s estate has reportedly generated more than $3 billion since the singer’s death.
John Branca pays tribute to him
John Branca also gave an emotional statement after McClain’s death.“I am deeply saddened by the loss of my partner and brother John McClain,” Branca said.“One of the great innovators in the world of music and music marketing, John was a visionary who saw the everyday past and the future.”Reflecting on their partnership as executors of the estate, Branca added, “When we were named in Michael’s will, I knew he would bring great insight into Michael’s music and that his friendship and dedication to Michael would underline all the great projects we could bring to the world.”
