The CTV channel here in Calgary ran a poll about reaction to Michael Jackson's death. Only 40% praised either his music or showmanship, the remaining 60% listed him as a child molester (28%) or of little importance (30+%).
Probably this is due to his limited exposure in western Canada, which was confined to rock radio stations.
He seems to have had a following in England, but little elsewhere in Europe.

In ten years or less he will have been forgotten.