The Jackson 5 founding member and Michael Jackson's older brother passed away on Sunday from a suspected heart attack while driving from New Mexico to Oklahoma - family friend and former Jackson family manager Steve Manning told ET.
An official cause of death has not yet been determined.
Tito was last pictured on September 9 in Munich, Germany six days before his death - ahead of a performance by The Jacksons' current line-up, also featuring brothers Jackie and Marlon Jackson.
His final Instagram post showed him visiting MJ's memorial in the city, with the caption: 'Before our show in Munich, my brothers Jackie, Marlon, and I, visited the beautiful memorial dedicated to our beloved brother, Michael Jackson.
'We're deeply grateful for this special place that honors not only his memory but also our shared legacy. Thank you for keeping his spirit alive.'
King of Pop Michael - who was known for hits including Smooth Criminal and Beat It - died on June 25, 2009 at the age of 50, after a cardiac arrest.
Tito is survived by his three sons Taj, 41, Taryll, 39, and TJ, 46 - who were in the band 3T - and nine grandchildren.
'Some of you may know him as Tito Jackson from the legendary Jackson 5, some may know him as “Coach Tito” or some know him as “Poppa T.”
'Nevertheless, he will be missed tremendously. It will forever be “Tito Time” for us. Please remember to do what our father always preached and that is “Love One Another.” We love you Pops. Your boys, Taj, Taryll and TJ.'
His sons' mother was Delores 'Dee Dee' Martes who Jackson wed in 1972 and divorced in 1988.
She was found dead in a swimming pool in 1994 aged 39 and while her death was originally ruled accidental - her boyfriend Donald Bohana was subsequently charged with murdering her and later found guilty of second-degree murder in 1998.
He was granted parole in December 2022 after serving 24 years.
The Jackson 5 formed in 1964, with founding members Tito - born Toriano Adaryll - Jackie and Jermaine; younger brothers Marlon and Michael joined soon after.
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