(CNN) -- Michael Jackson's bizarre private life and change in appearance ended up eclipsing his musical achievements, according to the world's media. A Los Angeles fire official told CNN that paramedics arrived at Michael Jackson's home after a 911 call. Jackson's death from cardiac arrest Thursday has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, and his life has been given a more measured summing up by news media. Britain's Guardian newspaper said "his bizarre life-style and personal notoriety eclipsed his talent and his numerous achievements." The Guardian said his fame, from the age of 11, "had such a damaging effect that his life was permanently affected." Watch why Jackson is "as big as it gets" »
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Jackson pronounced dead at 2:26 p.m. PT on Thursday after cardiac arrest
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Early fame had very damaging affect on Jackson's life, says newspaper
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Jackson compared to Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra
Elvis Presley
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Los Angeles
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