TITO Jackson, a member of the famous family band The Jackson 5 and brother to Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson is no more
Tito Jackson, the third oldest child of the family, died aged 70. He reportedly suffered a heart attack while driving on a road trip though the cause was officially undetermined.
His children confirmed this sad news on social media. His death was also confirmed by Steve Manning, a longtime friend and associate of the Jackson family.
Tito had recently been performing with brothers Marlon and Jackie under the aegis of the Jacksons, including a date as recently as one week ago in England. In recent years he had also recorded and done many shows as a blues guitarist, under his own name or with the B.B. King Blues Band.
Tito Jackson played guitar, sang and, of course, danced his way into homes worldwide as the Jackson 5 became an international sensation in the late ’60s and early ’70s, with a string of smash hits that included four straight No. 1 hits: I Want You Back in 1969 and ABC, The Love You Save and I’ll Be There in 1970.
Tito Jackson is survived by sons Taj, Taryll and TJ, whom he shared with his late ex-wife, Delores Martes. He received three Grammy nominations throughout his career as part of the group for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group and Best Contemporary Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group.
Tito Jackson is survived by sons Taj, Taryll and TJ, whom he shared with his late ex-wife, Delores Martes.
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