File photo dated 06/10/09 of Tito Jackson, brother of Michael Jackson, performing as a special guest on Gladys Knight's UK Tour at the MEN Arena in Manchester. Jackson 5 star Tito Jackson has died at the age of 70, his family has announced. The musician, who was the older brother of late popstar Michael Jackson, was father to sons Taj, Taryll and TJ Jackson, who said they were "shocked, saddened and heartbroken" at his death. Issue date: Monday September 16, 2024.