John McClain, Music Titan and Michael Jackson Estate Co-Executor, Dies at 71

John McClain, a legendary music executive who co-managed Michael Jackson's estate and helped develop numerous prominent artists' careers, passed away at age 71 in Los Angeles due to complications from a fall. Working alongside attorney John Branca as co-executor of Jackson's estate since 2009, McClain helped transform it into a multi-billion dollar enterprise through various ventures including music publishing, films, and stage productions. His career included pivotal roles at A&M Records and Interscope Records, where he connected Janet Jackson with producers for her breakthrough albums and helped finance Death Row Records.