Tito Jackson, Founding Member of The Jackson 5, Dies at 70 from Heart Attack

Sep 16, 2024, 07:00 AM

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic pop group The Jackson 5 and older brother of Michael Jackson, has died at the age of 70. His death was confirmed by his sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, who shared the news with heavy hearts. While the official cause of death has not been confirmed, Steve Manning, a longtime Jackson family friend, believes that Tito suffered a heart attack while driving on Sunday. Tito was the third of nine Jackson children and continued to tour and release solo projects over the last two decades. He was known for his contributions to the family's musical legacy and his influence on the pop music industry.