Tito Jackson, a member of the iconic pop group the Jackson 5, has d!ed at the age of 70.
Born Toriano Adaryll Jackson on October 15, 1953, he was the third of nine Jackson children, including legendary siblings Michael and Janet
The Jackson 5, comprising brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael, achieved immense success in the 1970s with hits like “ABC,” “I Want You Back,” and “I’ll Be There.
Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, the group was guided by their father, Joe Jackson.
Tito, a guitarist and background singer, released his solo debut “Tito Time” in 2016 and collaborated with Stevie Wonder on the single “Love One Another.” He prioritized raising his three sons, TJ, Taj, and Taryll, who formed the music group 3T.
Tito’s sons announced his passing on Instagram, expressing shock, sadness, and heartbreak.
He is survived by his brothers, sisters, mother Katherine, and a legacy as a member of one of music’s most influential families.
Tito Jackson’s contribution to the Jackson 5’s enduring success and his own solo endeavors will be remembered and cherished by fans and the music community.
