SHOCKING claims that King of Pop Michael Jackson faked his own death and is alive and well are being made online.

A video that claims to show new images of Jackson taken in a crowd during 2016, has been posted to YouTube.

The video entitled Michael Jackson appears after seven years (2016) with proof, claims the fallen star could be hiding out in Canada or Africa.

A blurb for the video uploaded by channel Full anxiety Dude, states: “Here is some evidence that Michael Jackson is still alive.

“Here are some 2016 pictures.”

It has clocked up more than 870,000 views.

Jackson is supposedly in the top right looking away from camera

Jackson is supposedly in the top right looking away from camera

Could this really be Michael Jackson alive and well in 2016?

Could this really be Michael Jackson alive and well in 2016?

It starts saying some people say he is still alive and the mystery was sparked by the fact his casket was not left open during the funeral after his death on June 25 2009.

The video shows some historic alleged pictures of Jackson in disguise since his death, but claims to reveal two new ones of “what could be the late star” sat in a crowded audience.

It claims the picture was taken this year, but does not say when or where it was taken.

The video subtitles said: “What do you think now? Some say he is in Canada now, others say he is in Africa

There have been claims Jackson is still alive ever since his 2009 death

There have been claims Jackson is still alive ever since his 2009 death

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Michael Jackson before his 2009 death

Michael Jackson before his 2009 death

Billy Brockell wrote yesterday: “Wow, I’m pretty convinced it is him.”

But someone with the user name Kutt said: “There is no proof he is alive either.”

Alexander Gray said: “Enough of these wild stories! He died! Let the man rest in peace.”

Another added: “The circled guy is not Michael Jackson.

“It would be absolutely wonderful if he is still alive and if he is, I hope that he is happy. He has millions of fans all over the world and they will never forget him.”