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Michael Jackson shared an unforgettable moment with 18-year-old fan Solène Lory during “You Are Not Alone” in Munich on July 6, 1997. After being brought onstage, Lory embraced Jackson as he continued performing, creating an emotional moment in front of the massive crowd. When it was time for her to leave, security eventually carried her away from Jackson. He then covered his face and dramatically watched as she was taken offstage—a reaction that made the moment even more memorable. Lory had reportedly followed stops on the HIStory World Tour across Europe hoping she would eventually be selected for the famous onstage fan interaction. After missing her opportunity at previous concerts, Munich was finally her moment. Decades later, the clip continues to circulate among Michael Jackson fans—not just because of Lory’s reaction, but because Michael’s dramatic response as security removed her makes the whole thing unintentionally hilarious.