Tito Jackson Dead At Age 70

(Monday, September 16, 2024) – Sad news to report this morning in the world of entertainment. Tito Jackson, part of the famed Jackson 5, has died. His sons posted the passing on Instagram saying “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson is no longer with us. We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken.” No details given on the cause of death.

FILE – Tito Jackson, a member of the famed Jackson 5, poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, July 24, 2019, to promote his solo project, a new version of his 2017 song “One Way Street.” (Photo by Mark Von Holden/Invision/AP, File)

Tito was the third of nine Jackson children, which include global superstars Michael and sister Janet, part of a music-making family whose songs date back half a century. Tito Jackson, born October 15, 1953 Toriano Adaryll, was 70.