Meet Annie: Michael Jackson’s Inspiration for His Hit Song “Smooth Criminal”

With Michael still doing big numbers in movie theaters across the globe, the intrigue into the life and legacy of Michael Jackson is at an all-time high. Fans are streaming their favorite Jackson tracks in droves, they’re reading think pieces about what and who was left out of the film, and many are also taking a deeper dive into the moments that were glossed over. 

Case in point, people seem to be fascinated with Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal.” The making of the top 10 hit wasn’t really discussed in the movie...