Michael Jackson was honored at the 2000 “Angel Ball” alongside President Bill Clinton and Jordan’s Queen Noor. The G&P Foundation recognized his efforts to fight cancer, and the star-studded benefit raised more than $4 million that night for the effort. As he accepted the award, Michael said:
“Cancer is the number one killer of children. And it is only when we join together on evenings like this, that we can summon the courage and determination to stop it from ever robbing another child of the precious gift of life or a parent of the joy of watching their child grow. God bless you all for all the love and support you have offered this evening and I love you all very much. Thank you.”