John McClain, co-executor of MJ Estate, dies at 71
John McClain, who alongside John Branca revived Michael Jackson's legacy post-2009 and generated billions, has died. McClain also worked closely with Janet Jackson earlier in his career. His passing, amid ongoing legal tensions with Paris Jackson, raises questions about future estate management and catalog stewardship. Fans tracking the business side of MJ's legacy need to know this major shift.
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Updated May 28, 2026