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Michael Jackson Introduces the World to Bubbles

Michael Jackson Introduces the World to Bubbles

Jackson's reputation as an eccentric began to solidify after he bought a chimpanzee, Bubbles, whom he dressed in elaborate outfits and toted to places like the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

In this photo: Bubble, Michael Jackson

Photo: Jim Smeal/WireImage

Oct 13, 1987