Tito Jackson, a member of the legendary Jackson 5 and brother to Michael and Janet Jackson, has passed away at age 70, as confirmed by his nephew Siggy Jackson to PEOPLE. Entertainment Tonight, the first to report the news, revealed that Tito died on Sunday, Sept. 15, following an apparent heart attack.
In the months leading up to his passing, Tito had been actively performing alongside his brothers, Jackie and Marlon Jackson, as part of The Jacksons.
The group had shows in Scotland, California, and England during the summer of 2024, with their most recent performance taking place on Sept. 8 in Surrey, England. They also had upcoming concerts planned for Oct. 25 in Atlantic City and Nov. 1 in Cincinnati.
Earlier this week, while in Munich, Germany, Tito and his brothers visited a memorial dedicated to Michael Jackson. Tito expressed his gratitude for the tribute on Facebook, saying, “We’re deeply grateful for this special place that honors not only his memory but also our shared legacy. Thank you for keeping his spirit alive.”
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As an original member of The Jackson 5, Tito helped propel the family band to international fame in the ’70s with chart-topping hits like “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and “I’ll Be There.”
The group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.