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John McClain

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John McClain, a 72-year-old man, has died.

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John McClain was a prominent American entertainment attorney best known for his long‑standing role as co‑executor of Michael Jackson’s estate, a position he held following the pop star’s death in 2009. In that capacity, McClain oversaw the management of Jackson’s music catalog, assets, and ongoing legal matters, including high‑profile disputes with Jackson’s daughter Paris.

McClain’s career in the music industry spanned several decades, during which he represented Jackson on numerous contracts and negotiations. He was respected for his discretion and deep knowledge of entertainment law. He died on May 27, 2026, at the age of 71, after privately battling an illness, according to reports.

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Sources Cited

  1. John McClain — WikipediaWikipediaReference
  2. Michael Jackson estate co-executor John McClain dead at 71 after privately battling illness… amid court war with singer's daughter Parisdaily-mail-showbiz
  3. John McClain, Co-Executor of Michael Jackson Estate and Longtime Music Executive, Dies at 71variety
  4. Michael Jackson estate co-executor John McClain dead at 71pagesix-celebrity-news
  5. John McClain, Co-Executor of Michael Jackson Estate, Dead at 71rolling-stone
  6. John McClain, Co-Executor of Michael Jackson Estate, Dies at 71hollywood-reporter
  7. John McClain Dies: Michael Jackson Estate Co-Executor & Veteran Music Exec Was 71deadline
  8. John McClain, co-executor of Michael Jackson estate, dies at 71latimes-entertainment
  9. John McClain, Who Helped Keep Michael Jackson’s Profits Flowing, Dies at 72ny-times-arts

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