Michael Jackson’s brother Tito has passed away at the age of 70

A definitive cause of death has not yet been established.

Reports from US media indicate that Tito Jackson, the brother of the deceased Michael Jackson and a founding member of the Jackson 5 pop group, has passed away at the age of 70.

Tito was a member of the renowned ensemble alongside his deceased siblings Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael, all passed away in 2009.

He was recently in Munich in preparation for a performance that the musical ensemble was scheduled to deliver.

Getty PhotographsPerformances by The Jackson 5 commenced in the mid-1960s.

According to Steve Manning, a close associate of the Jackson family and former manager of the Jackson family, Jackson passed away on Monday evening.

Jackson’s three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ Jackson, who were themselves an R’n’B/pop trio known as 3T in the 1990s, verified the news in an Instagram post.

“We express profound shock, sadness, and heartbreak,” they penned. “Our father was an extraordinary individual who truly prioritized the welfare and wellbeing of everyone.”

The speakers further expressed their profound longing for his presence. “Tito Time” will always be a permanent fixture in our lives.

“Please remember to adhere to the teachings of our father, which revolve around the principle of ‘Love One Another’.” “We adore you, Pops.”

Top-selling songs by The Jackson 5 included ABC, The Love You Save, and I Want You Back.

The formation of the group occurred in 1964. Tito performed as the guitarist and delivered the accompanying vocals.

The music group Jackson 5 has achieved global record sales over 150 million units.

The siblings were bestowed with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1980 and were honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.

Getty PhotographsA recent performance by Tito took place at the Fool in Love Festival in California.

In the days leading up to his death, Tito shared a message on social media from Munich, Germany, where he accompanied his brothers to a memorial dedicated to Michael.

“Prior to our performance in Munich, my brothers Jackie, Marlon, and I paid a visit to the exquisite memorial honoring our cherished brother, Michael Jackson…

“We express profound gratitude for this unique location that not only commemorates his memory but also acknowledges our collective ancestral heritage.” Thanks for preserving his essence.

Following their appearance at Boogietown, a UK music festival that celebrated funk, soul, and disco in Surrey, The Jacksons made a visit to Germany on 10 September.

Furthermore, on 31 August, the siblings showcased their talents at the Fool in Love Festival held in Hollywood Park Grounds in Los Angeles.

Jonathan Moffett, the former drummer of the Jackson 5 band, spearheaded tributes on social media writing about X: Tonight, I am filled with profound sorrow as I have just learned that my brother, Tito Jackson, has died.

“I am in a state of shock, devastation, and speechlessness. Dear Tito, I adore you. Sincerest condolences and prayers for the whole Jackson family. I hold you all in the highest regard.

Photographs from GettyTito’s three sons are members of a popular musical ensemble known as 3T.

Tito was the third eldest son of the Jackson family and one of nine biological siblings. In addition, his siblings include renowned international celebrities Janet and La Toya Jackson.

All of his siblings, with the exception of Michael who passed away at the age of 50 in June 2009, are now living.

Joe Jackson, the father of the family, passed away in 2018 at the age of 89.

The ensemble of artists and vocalists has achieved a cumulative total of 27 national chart-topping songs in the United States.

Concurrently with his involvement in the band, Tito also pursued a solo career as a blues musician, commencing in 2003.

Through his 2016 song, Get It Baby, he became the last sibling to achieve the feat of placing a solo single on the Billboard charts.

Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon undertook a global tour in 2019 under the moniker The Jacksons.

throughout the previous two years, they staged numerous performances throughout the United Kingdom as part of A Celebration of 50 Years, including a stop at Glastonbury Festival.