Former member of the legendary group The Jackson Five and brother of Mickaël Jackson, Tito Jackson has died at the age of 70.
An important name in American music disappears: Tito Jackson has died. Toriano Adaryll Jackson, his real name, was 70 years old. The causes of his death have not been made public. Tito Jackson died of a heart attack while driving on a road trip, former Jackson family manager Steve Manning claims Entertainment tonight.
Tito Jackson was born in 1953 in Indiana, United States. A singer and guitarist, he enjoyed success in the 60s and 70s as part of The Jackson Five, alongside his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Mickaël.
The Jackson Five left unforgettable hits such as “ABC”, “I Want You Back”, “I'll Be There” and “The Love You Save”. Under the name The Jacksons, starting in 1975, they recorded other worldwide hits such as “Blame It On The Boogie” and “Can You Feel It”. The group, which was a worldwide phenomenon, is the symbol of the golden age of the famous Motown record company. He separated in the 80s. Afterwards, Mickaël Jackson started a solo career with the worldwide success we know.
Tito Jackson released two solo albums that went unnoticed in 2016 and 2021 and were inspired by the blues. He continued to sing and play music with his brothers Marlon and Jackie with the band The Jacksons. The trio is on tour this year. He performed in England last week.
Tito Jackson's sons formed the group 3T, a name inspired by their first names Taj, Taryll and TJ, and enjoyed success in the 90s. One of Tito and Mickaël Jackson's sisters is expected at the Accor Arena in Paris on September 25 .