Tito Jackson inspired his three sons — Taj, Taryll and TJ — to pursue careers in music like he and his siblings.

The original Jackson 5 member died of a heart attack on September 15, 2024. He was 70. His sons confirmed his death in a post on their band’s Instagram account, 3T’s, writing that they were “shocked, saddened and heartbroken.”

“Our dad was an incredible man who cared about everyone and their well-being,” they wrote alongside throwback photos of himself with Tito. “Some of you may know him as Tito Jackson of the legendary Jackson 5, some may know him as ‘Coach Tito’ or some may know him as ‘Poppa T.’ Regardless, he will be greatly missed.”

Tito and his late ex-wife, Delores “Dee Dee” Martes, had three sons before divorcing in 1988. Taj, 51, was born in 1973, followed by Taryll, 49, two years later in 1975. TJ, 46, completed the family in 1978.

The three brothers formed their own band, 3T, and released their first album, Brotherhoodin 1995. They were mentored by their uncle, Michael Jackson, who also signed them to his label, MJJ Music. The brothers continue to tour and collaborate on music.

In addition to their joint ventures, Taj, Taryll and TJ have also branched out solo and started families.

From their music careers to their children, here’s everything you need to know about Tito Jackson’s three children.

Tariano Adaryll “Taj” Jackson II, 51

Tito and Martes welcomed their first son, Taj, on August 4, 1973, in Los Angeles. He followed in his father’s footsteps with a career in music, forming 3T with his two younger brothers.

Before forming the band, Taj graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in television production and recording arts, and a minor in music. He used his television knowledge to work on directing music videos and docuseries, while also performing as a member of 3T.

In 2015, Taj teamed up with Taryll and TJ to executive produce and star in the Lifetime reality series The Jacksons: The Next GenerationThe show focused on the brothers’ personal and professional lives, including Taj’s wedding to Thayana Sco Jackson on June 16, 2013. Together, the two have three daughters: Taylor, Toria, and Tylee.

Taj has also spoken at length about his close relationship with his uncle, Michael. The late pop star was a mentor to him and his brothers, even collaborating on a song, “Why,” on the band’s first album.

“He was absolutely a creative genius. Every time I worked with him on something, it never felt like work,” Taj shared in a 2022 Q&A on the Michael Jackson Community blog.

In addition to his extended family, Taj also had a good relationship with Tito. On Father’s Day 2024, he put him in the spotlight on Instagram with a nice throwback photo of the two.

“Your strength, experience, and love have shaped me into the man I am today,” he wrote in a sweet tribute in the caption. “Every day I am grateful for the countless lessons you have taught me, the endless support you have given me, and the unwavering belief you have always had in me. You are not only my father, but my role model and hero.”

Taryll Adren Jackson, 49

Taryll was born on August 8, 1975. Like his brothers, he was part of 3T and starred in their reality show in 2015. He now also makes solo music, including the single “All My Love”, which was released two days before his father’s death.

In the lead-up to his death, Tito had been performing with his brothers Jackie and Marlon as The Jacksons, and Taryll had occasionally joined them on tour. In August 2023, Taryll opened up in the press room after a show in France about what he continued to learn from his father and uncles while touring with them.

“Uncle Jackie will see me do a move a certain way and he’ll teach me how to do it better,” he said. “To me, that’s why they are who they are — they’re always trying to give something to the fans. They’ve been my role models since I was really little, and I was back there watching them and how professional they are.”

Taryll also has two sons of his own, whom he shares with his longtime partner Breana Cabral. The two first welcomed son Bryce in February 2008, followed by Adren in February 2011.

Tito Joe “TJ” Jackson, 46

TJ, the youngest of Tito’s children, was born on July 16, 1978. According to TJ, his father balanced his successful career with raising his sons as they grew up.

“My dad, at the height of his career, he had his boys and his coaches,” TJ told WGN News in December 2019. “One night we’d be at Dodgers Stadium watching him play, the next night it was a Little League game, and it was just my dad.”

In 2009, the brothers were struck by tragedy when their uncle Michael passed away. TJ was appointed legal guardian of Michael’s three children — Prince, Paris and Bigi — in addition to being the father of his own four children.

TJ has openly said that he put his career on hold to raise his nieces, nephews and children. In 2020, he debuted his solo career with the release of his EP ObsessionHe followed up the project with his first solo album in 2022, Acoustic sessions 1including a cover of “Human Nature” in honor of Michael.