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Tito Jackson dead at 70, ‘sad’ children confirm
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Tito Jackson dead at 70, ‘sad’ children confirm

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 the passing of 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.

PHOTO: Jackson 5

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)

Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

“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 know him as ‘Coach Tito,’ and still others as ‘Poppa T.’ Regardless, he will be greatly missed.”

“It will always be ‘Tito Time’ for us. Remember to do what our father always preached and that is ‘Love one another.’ We love you, Dad.”

Tito Jackson is interviewed during halftime of the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Newcastle United at Molineux on October 2, 2021 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Jack Thomas – WWFC/Wolves via Getty Images)

Jack Thomas – Wwfc/Wolves via Getty Images

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

ABC News’ Marilyn Heck contributed to this report.