Carlo Riley, a second generation Michael Jackson fan, has followed Michael Jacksons career since childhood. He began to emulate the star at the age of 5, displaying an incredible natural ability to perform MJ's signature moves. These days, Carlo has taken his LOVE of Michael Jackson to the highest level. Carlo ,the same height (5'10) and similar physique -125 pounds as the real Michael Jackson, utilizes these attributes in conjunction with Makeup, exact costume reproductions and Michael Jackson attitude to create an exciting show that THRILLS crowds of young and old alike!
Carlo's Michael Jackson emulation transcends generations, with the ability to replicate both younger and most recent Michael Jackson looks, from the OFF THE WALL era to 2009, he is an unstoppable entertainer, a trait he shares with his idol.
Carlo had the privilege of meeting Michael Jackson in person in March 2007 at the prestigious Thriller 25th anniversary party in Tokyo, Japan. Photos of the pair gained worldwide media attention with captions such as "Twins!" This proved to be the ultimate honor for Carlo, recognition of his celebrity tribute at the highest level.
Since MJ's passing, Carlo has also had the priviledge of meeting several members of the Jackson family, including his mother Katherine, his daughter Paris, all brothers of the Jackson 5 (Five), etc. Carlo has also been fortunate enough to meet MJ's longtime costume designer Dennis Bush , who designed all of MJ's clothes for over 20 years. He said that Carlo was the "Best" MJ he had ever seen and allowed him to try on Michael Jackson's jackets , which were a perfect fit! Carlo had always dreamed of wearing one of MJ's magical coats, and he got to try on several- check the gallery for pictures of MJ's friends/ family.
Photos of Carlo Riley as Michael Jackson shot by celebrity photographer David Lachapelle were featured on the cover of Londons SUNDAY TIMES- as the ARCHANGEL MICHAEL JACKSON as well as several other magazines around the world. The photos resemble MJ so much, that the press reports that they are actually Michael Jackson himself! A HUGE COMPLIMENT TO CARLO'S ART
Some know Carlo to be a Michael Jackson Impersonator, while others may call him a Michael Jackson tribute artist. One thing is for sure, he is a BIG MICHAEL JACKSON FAN!!!!!!!
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