Tito Jackson, a member of the Jackson 5, has passed away at the age of 70, as reported by “ET” and confirmed by his nephew Siggy Jackson. Tito was a part of the iconic Motown group alongside his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael, and was known for hits like “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and “I’ll Be There.” The Jackson 5’s success led to Jacksonmania in the United States, with the group becoming a household name and earning multiple Billboard No. 1 singles under the management of their father Joe Jackson. Tito was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 as part of the Jackson 5, and earned three Grammy nominations for his work with the group.
In addition to his career with the Jackson 5, Tito Jackson also pursued a solo career with albums “Tito Time” in 2016 and “Under Your Spell” in 2021. He released new music as recently as last year, collaborating with Brazilian singer Natalia Damini on the song “Attitude.” Born and raised in Gary, Indiana, Tito was one of 10 children in the Jackson family, including his famous siblings and bandmates Randy, Rebbie, La Toya, Faloola Tika, and Janet Jackson. The family home at 2300 Jackson St. in Gary was the inspiration for an album and single by The Jacksons.
After the success of the Jackson 5 began to wane, Tito and his brothers pursued solo careers, with Jermaine and Michael Jackson finding success outside the group. Michael Jackson, in particular, became a music legend known as the King of Pop, with his tragic death in 2009 shocking the world. Tito recently paid tribute to his brother on the anniversary of his death, reflecting on Michael’s lasting impact. Just days before his own passing, Tito and his brothers visited a memorial for Michael in Munich, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to honor Michael’s memory and legacy.
Tito Jackson is survived by sons Taj, Taryll, and TJ, whom he shared with his late ex-wife Delores Martes. Alongside his brothers Jackie and Marlon, Tito continued to perform as The Jacksons, with upcoming concerts scheduled before his passing. The Jackson family has made an indelible mark on the music industry, with their influence and contributions continuing to resonate. Tito’s death marks the loss of a talented musician and member of one of the most iconic musical families in history.
