Did Tito Jackson Passed Away? What Happened to Tito Jackson?

Tito Jackson passed away on September 15, 2024, at the age of 70, while traveling from New Mexico to Oklahoma.

by Aishwarya R

Updated Sep 16, 2024

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Did Tito Jackson Passed Away? What Happened to Tito Jackson?
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Did Tito Jackson Passed Away?

Yes, Tito Jackson, the eldest brother of Michael Jackson and a key member of the famous Jackson 5, has passed away at the age of 70. Tito, who was the third of the ten Jackson siblings, died while traveling from New Mexico to Oklahoma.

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Although the official cause of death has not been confirmed, it is believed that he may suffered a heart attack. Tito's death has deeply affected fans around the world, and his contributions to music will be remembered fondly.

Who was Tito Jackson?

Tito Jackson was an American musician best known as a member of the Jackson 5, a famous family group that became popular in the late 1960s and 1970s. The group first gained fame with Motown records and later with Epic records.

Tito also pursued a solo career in blues music starting in 2003. Over his career, he was nominated for three Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Jackson 5.

Name

Toriano Adaryll "Tito" Jackson

Gender

Male

Profession

Musician, Guitarist

Date of Birth

October 15, 1953

Place of Birth

Gary, Indiana, USA

Date of Death

September 15, 2024

Age at Death

70

Cause of Death

heart attack 

Nationality

American

Parents

Joseph Jackson (father), Katherine Jackson (mother)

Siblings

Michael, Marlon, Jackie, Jermaine, Randy,

Rebbie, La Toya, Faloola Tika, Janet Jackson

Wife Name

Delores "Dee Dee" Martes

Children

Taj Jackson, Taryll Jackson, TJ Jackson

Tito Jackson Siblings

Tito Jackson was born at St. Mary's Mercy Hospital in Gary, Indiana, and was the third of ten children in the Jackson family. His siblings include Michael, Marlon, Jackie, Jermaine, Randy, Rebbie, La Toya, Faloola Tika, and Janet. The family lived in a small two-bedroom house in Gary.

Tito's father, Joseph, worked at a steel mill and played in an R&B band called the Falcons with his brother Luther. His mother, Katherine, is a Jehovah's Witness and played the piano and clarinet. When Tito was ten, he was caught playing his father's guitar after breaking a string. His father was impressed and bought him his own guitar, encouraging Tito, along with his brothers Jackie and Jermaine, to form a singing group.

By 1964, Marlon and Michael also joined the group, which would later become the Jackson 5. The family spent years rehearsing at home, with Katherine, a fan of country-and-western music, singing harmonies with her sons.

Tito Jackson Wife and Children

Tito Jackson married Delores "Dee Dee" Martes in June 1972 when he was 18 years old. They had three sons together—Taj (born 1973), Taryll (born 1975), and TJ (born 1978)—who later formed the R&B/pop group 3T.

Tito and Dee Dee divorced in 1988. In 1994, Dee Dee was found deceased in a swimming pool; her death was initially ruled accidental. However, Donald Bohana, a Los Angeles businessman, was later charged and convicted of her murder in 1998. Tito Jackson also had nine grandchildren.

Tito Jackson Career

Tito Jackson and his brothers started performing in school and local events when he was twelve. By then, his younger brother Michael was the lead singer. They changed their name to the Jackson Five and began winning talent shows, leading to a recording contract with Steeltown Records in 1967.

In 1969, they signed with Motown and had major hits like "I Want You Back" and "ABC," but Tito's guitar work was not used in their recordings. The brothers moved to CBS Records in 1976, where Tito's guitar work finally appeared. Tito was later inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with his brothers in 1997 and reunited with them for Michael Jackson's 30th anniversary concert in 2001.

In 2003, Tito Jackson started his solo career as a blues musician, performing in clubs with his band, including producer Angelo Earl. He also appeared as a judge on the UK show Just the Two of Us in 2007. In 2009, he helped produce The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty after Michael Jackson's death.

Tito's solo career saw success with his 2016 single "Get It Baby" and the album Tito Time. He continued to release music, including the 2021 album Under Your Spell, which featured collaborations with notable artists. Tito also performed on tour and collaborated with Brazilian artist Natalia Damini in 2023.

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 Tito Jackson Net Worth

 Tito Jackson Net Worth is $2 million. His sources of income included his solo music career, which involved performing and producing albums, and his earlier work with the Jackson 5. He also earned from live performances and collaborations with other artists.

What Happened To Tito Jackson?

Tito Jackson passed away on September 15, 2024, at the age of 70. He was a beloved musician and a key member of the iconic Jackson 5. His passing marks the loss of a significant figure in music, and many fans and fellow musicians are mourning his death.

How did Tito Jackson Die?

Tito Jackson died on September 15, 2024, while traveling from New Mexico to Oklahoma. It is believed that he suffered a heart attack, although the official cause of death had not been confirmed at the time of reporting.

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