Michael Jackson remains one of the most influential figures in the history of popular music. Widely known as the "King of Pop," the late singer built a global legacy through his music, groundbreaking performances and distinctive dance style.

Among the many moves associated with him, the moonwalk stands out as one of the most iconic. The dance step became inseparable from Jackson's image after he performed it during the 1983 television special Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever. However, decades later, Jackson's brother Marlon Jackson has shed new light on how the famous move entered the legendary performer's repertoire.

Marlon Jackson, who is now 68, recently spoke about the origins of the moonwalk during an appearance on WFAN radio. During the conversation, hosts Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle asked him about some of the defining moments in Michael Jackson's career. The discussion touched on the Jackson family's musical journey as part of The Jackson 5, which later evolved into the group The Jacksons. As they spoke about Michael's performances, the topic naturally turned to the famous moment when he introduced the moonwalk to millions of viewers during the Motown 25 television special.

During that performance, Michael Jackson sang his hit song Billie Jean while debuting the now-famous dance step. The move instantly captured the attention of audiences and soon became one of the most recognizable dance moves in pop culture. However, according to Marlon Jackson, the performance itself was not a surprise to members of the Jackson family. He explained that he and his brothers Tito, Jackie and Jermaine had already seen Michael rehearsing the move ahead of the show. As a result, they were aware that the step would appear during the performance.