MICHAEL Jackson’s glove was an iconic part of his image on stage and fascinated many of his fans around the world.
This is everything you need about the glove and its purpose.
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Why did Michael Jackson only wear one glove?
The exact reason Michael chose to wear the glove is still unknown. However, there are several theories.
First, it is possible that Michael might have worn the glove because of his skin condition vitiligo.
In a conversation with Oprah Winfrey, Michael confirmed that he had a skin condition and mentioned that he found it hurtful when it was brought up in the media.
Michael said: “This is the situation, I have a skin disorder that destroys the pigmentation of the skin. It is something that I can’t fix, OK?
“But when people make up stories that I don’t want to be what I am it hurts me … It’s a problem for me that I can’t control.”
Matt Fiddes, Matt’s former bodyguard, has suggested that the glove was not for him, but to make a splash with the media.
Matt told Metro: “He knew how to manipulate the media. He knew exactly what to do to get on the front pages.
Why was Michael Jackson plastered on his fingers?
According to the Michael Jackson’s This Is It documentary, it turns out the tape served an important on-stage purpose.
Michael Bearden, the musical director of the tour, said that Jackson had taped his tips so that everyone could follow his moves.
Due to the distance from the stage, audience members couldn’t always see his movements.
Taping his fingers would allow the light to catch the tape, allowing people farther back to see his hands.
This is also why he always wore his white socks.
What was Michael Jackson’s opinion about his glove?
According toThe IndependentMichael once talked about the reasons he decided to wear just one glove.
“I felt that one glove was cool… wearing two gloves seemed so ordinary,” Michael explained.
In 1983, the glove first appeared on TV.
He wore the glove on his left hand during his performance of Billie Jean on Motown’s 25th anniversary TV special.
As Michael’s look and sound improved, the white glove was an essential part of his on-stage attires.