Michael Jackson HIStory Statue... Note

Michael Jackson HIStory Statue in Villan-Södra Utmarken, Sweden

The editor is requested to correct the geo header for this entry from 'Villan-Södra Utmarken' to 'Ängelholm' and remove the redundant 'V' from the Ängelholm UFO Memorial entry. A suggestion is made that both locations might warrant an Ängelholm destination guide. In 1995, Sony Music created ten 33-foot fiberglass statues of Michael Jackson to promote his album "HIStory," which became a significant publicity stunt. Most of these statues have since been damaged or lost. One such statue, previously located outside an Austrian nightclub, reappeared in June 2026 at an auto detailing shop in Ängelholm, Sweden. George Buzatu, the shop owner, fulfilled a long-held dream by purchasing and shipping the statue to Sweden. Its arrival in Sweden via Trelleborg harbor was documented by the reality series "Border Security Sweden." Reactions in Ängelholm to the statue's permanent display have been diverse. An artist criticized it as an attention-grabbing, artistically hollow piece, while another found it to be a playful and rebellious addition. Some residents raised concerns about celebrating Jackson due to child sexual abuse allegations. Buzatu clarified his intention was to celebrate Jackson's music and legacy, emphasizing the singer's acquittal.
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