Michael Jackson Artwork Donated To Children's Hospital L.A.
La Toya Jackson smiles in front of one of 13 original pieces of art by pop icon, Michael Jackson, that were donated Monday Aug. 8, 2011 to the Children's Hospital in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Nick Ut)
Michael Jackson's goodwill persists years after his death. His three children - Prince, 14, Paris, 14, and Blanket, 9 - presented ten pieces of their father's artwork to the Children's Hospital Los Angeles on Monday, reports CBS LA.
The donated artwork not only features the late King of Pop's signature but also those of his kids.
Jackson's sister La Toya Jackson attended the donation ceremony and spoke endearingly about her brother and his artwork.
“They’re whimsical, they’re magical and there’s just joy and peace. I know that when you see this and the kids see it, it will bring some type of joy to them, and at the same time I know it will bring joy to my brother as well.”
Mayor Villaraigosa and Jackson's mother, Katherine Jackson, also observed the presentation.
“To have the Jackson family here, to show a side of Michael Jackson here at Children’s Hospital that the world is totally unfamiliar with is incredibly exciting,” said Mary Hart, a hospital trustee who assisted in the donation arrangements.
The works belong to a personal collection of Brett-Livingstone Strong, an artist and close personal friend of Michael Jackson and his family, reports KABC.
"This is Michael's art and he created this over a 25-year period. This is just 10 of his works of art," said Strong.
Jackson's works will be displayed throughout the hospital's new building.
