Tito Jacksonthe brother of Michael Jackson and co-founder of the Jackson 5, has died.
Titus’s three sons — Taj, TJ and Taryll — confirmed his passing in a joint statement on Instagram… saying they were all shocked and saddened, while describing their father as someone who cared about everyone and will be greatly missed. An official cause of death has not been released.
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Tito, the older brother of the late King of Pop Michael Jackson, was born Toriano Adaryll Jackson to Joe Jackson and Catherine Jackson in Gary, Indiana. Tito went on to form the family’s famous pop group alongside his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlonand of course Michael.
The Jackson 5 had a string of chart-topping hits, including “I Want You Back”, “ABC”, and “The Love You Save”. The group released 10 albums as The Jackson 5 and 5 more as The Jacksons.
Tito, along with the other Jackson 5, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.
Tito also had a solo career, recording two albums, including “Tito Time” in 2016.
Tito reunited with his brothers when the Jacksons toured in 1984.
ET was the first to report Titus’ death. He was 70 years old.
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