Edward Moss | |
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Born | Los Angeles, California, United States | July 11, 1977
Nationality | American |
Other names | Eddie Moss |
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Years active | 1994–2009 |
Edward Moss (born July 11, 1977), occasionally known as Eddie Moss, is an American actor, dancer, comedian, and Michael Jackson impersonator who has portrayed Jackson in TV and in films. [1] [2] He used to be an employee at McDonald's in the early 1990s, which was where his co-workers kept telling him that he resembled pop singer Michael Jackson; so Moss entered a company talent contest and won, and then as time went by, he decided to be Jackson for a living.
Moss was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, on July 11, 1977. While an employee at McDonald's in the early 1990s, his co-workers took notice of his resemblance to pop singer Michael Jackson. [3] In 1994, Moss entered an employee talent contest impersonating the singer and won the competition. It was at this time that he decided to become a Jackson impersonator professionally.[ citation needed ]
Moss has stated it only takes him 30–45 minutes to transform himself into Michael Jackson. [1] His impersonation skills have led to work in countries outside of North America including the Philippines, Bahrain, New Zealand, and Japan. In July 2009, Moss went on a world tour with his Tribute to Michael Jackson show. [2] [4] For four years, Moss performed as Jackson at Horizons Casino Hotel in Lake Tahoe. He performed as a Michael Jackson impersonator at Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire for many years.[ citation needed ]
Moss is also the only known Jackson impersonator to have had no plastic surgery to augment his appearance to more resemble the singer. When hired to perform at a venue in Asia, Moss' manager had to have staff act as bodyguards for him as the audience attending had reached mob levels.[ citation needed ]
In 1996, Moss met Michael Jackson while performing his impressionist act in Hollywood, California. Reportedly, Jackson told Moss, "You look really good."[ citation needed ] Moss has impersonated Jackson in a number of movies, including the third and fourth Scary Movie films and Date Movie . [3] Moss also appeared as Michael Jackson on E! Entertainment, Sky News, and Sky 1's reenactment of the Michael Jackson Trial. [2] [4] [5]
A number of Jackson's fans reportedly criticized Moss and his performances as making fun of the singer. Moss denies suggestions that he exploits and portrays Jackson in a negative manner. [3]
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2003 | Scary Movie 3 | MJ Alien | |
2005 | 101 Even Bigger Celebrity Oops | Michael Jackson | TV documentary |
2006 | Date Movie | Michael Jackson Impersonator | |
2006 | Scary Movie 4 | MJ Alien | |
2006 | Don't Be Scared | Michael Jackson | |
2009 | Bamboo Shark | Michael Jackson Impersonator |
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2000 | The Steve Harvey Show | Michael Jackson Impersonator | Episode: "I Believe I Can Lie" |
2001 | Nikki | Michael Jackson Impersonator | Episode: "I'll Kick Your Ass" |
2002 | MADtv | Michael Jackson Impersonator | Season 8 Episode 9 |
2003 | Nip/Tuck | Mr. Diamond | Episode: "Nanette Badcock" |
2005 | The Michael Jackson Trial | Michael Jackson | Lead Role: 18 episodes |
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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1998 | Pop 'N Rock For Reel Award | Best Michael Jackson Impersonator | Impersonating Michael Jackson | Won |
2005 | Best Video Performance Award | Won | ||
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