Janet Jackson has publicly shared her grief following the death of her brother, Tito Jackson, a month after his passing. The iconic Jackson 5 guitarist died at the age of 70 on September 15, 2024. Janet, 58, took to Instagram to express her sorrow, posting a heartfelt message alongside a nostalgic black-and-white photo of the siblings from their childhood.
“May you rest in eternal peace. I miss you so much!” Janet Jackson wrote, offering a rare glimpse into her personal pain. The post resonated with fans around the world, many of whom grew up with the Jackson family’s music.
Tito Jackson’s Final Moments
Tito, a father of three and a beloved member of the legendary Jackson family, experienced a medical emergency while driving through New Mexico. He was rushed to a local hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after. According to sources, he suffered a suspected heart attack.
His death has left a profound impact on the Jackson family. Tito’s sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, who form the band 3T, expressed their heartbreak in a joint Instagram statement: “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father…is no longer with us. We are shocked, saddened, and heartbroken.”
The statement continued, “Some may know him as ‘Coach Tito,’ or ‘Poppa T,’ but for us, it will always be ‘Tito Time.’”
Tito Jackson played a pivotal role in the rise of The Jackson 5, alongside brothers Michael, Jermaine, Marlon, and Jackie. Their hits, such as “I Want You Back” and “ABC,” cemented their place in music history. Beyond his time with the group, Tito pursued a solo career, with his 2016 album Tito Time marking his own musical success.
As the Jackson family faces another tragic loss, they continue to honor Tito’s legacy. His sons urged fans to remember his message: “Please remember to do what our father always preached, and that is ‘Love One Another.’”