Tito Jackson has died at the age of 70, “inconsolable” children confirm it

Tito Jackson – member of the famous family band The Jackson 5 and brother of Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson – has died at the age of 70, his children confirmed on social media.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce that our beloved father Rock “& Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson is no longer with us,” his three sons Taj, Taryll and TJ wrote in an Instagram post.

The Jackson 5 pose for a studio portrait sitting on a bench, circa 1972 in Los Angeles, California. L-R: Tito Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

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“We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken,” they wrote. “Our father was an incredible man who cared about everyone and their well-being.”

“Some of you may know him as Tito Jackson of the legendary Jackson 5, others may know him as 'Coach Tito' or still others as 'Poppa T.'. Nevertheless, he will be terribly missed.”

“For us it will always be 'Tito time'. Please remember to do what our father always preached and that is 'Love one another'. We love you, Dad.”