Jimmy Jam Says Prince and Michael Jackson Were ‘Competitive,' but Also ‘Very Respectful of Each Other’

Jimmy Jam Says Prince and Michael Jackson Were ‘Competitive,' but Also ‘Very Respectful of Each Other’

The producer, who worked with them both, says the two icons inspired each other despite their fierce rivalryMichael Jackson and PrinceCredit: Rita Barros/Getty; Kevin Winter/GettyNEED TO KNOWJimmy Jam says Michael Jackson and Prince had contrasting creative processes, but influenced and admired each otherAt the premiere for the movie Michael, the songwriter and producer talked about their legacy and competitionJackson died in 2009 at age 50, whi…