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Maureen Reilette Jackson, was born on May 29th 1950. She is the first of nine children born to the Jackson Family. As a youngster, Rebbie (pronounced 'ree-bee') was taught clarinet and piano by her mother. In 1976 Rebbie began a professional singing career, becoming a cabaret singer and background vocalist. In 1984 Rebbie signed to CBS to release her first record. Her first success was her first ever song, 'Centipede' co-written by her brother Michael. After a break from show business in which she moved to Virginia, Rebbie signed with Michael's MJJ label in the late '90s. Her labeldebut album 'Yours Faithfully' was released in March 1998.
Sigmund Esco (Jackie) Jackson was born on May 4th, 1951. He began practicing with his brothers at an early age and became singer and dancer of the both: the Jackson 5 and the Jacksons. With his distinguishable high voice, he often led the other singers. In 1973 Jackie recorded his first self titled solo album for Motown Records. In 1989 Jackie released his second, and so far, his last, solo album 'Be The One' on Polydor Records. In 1991 he teamed up with Tito, Jermaine and Randy to release "2300 Jackson Street".
Toriano Adaryll (Tito) Jackson was born on October 15th 1953 as the third child of Katherine and Joseph Jackson. Tito played the guitar as part of the Jackson 5. 1985 he participated in the "We Are The World" project with Jackie, Randy, Latoya, Marlon and Michael. Tito had also worked with his three sisters, producing and co-writing for some of their records. As his sons, the 3T, entered showbiz Tito took over the boys management and joined them on tour to play the guitar.
LaToya Yvonne Jackson was born May, 29th, 1956 as the middle sister of the Jackson family. She went to college to study business law before she followed her brothers into showbusiness. There she was well known as an artist, an arranger, composer and song writer. She has been a spokesperson for the "Just Say No" Anti-Drug Campaign and was chosen one of the Ten Best Dressed Women in the World by the top fashion designers of Paris and Milan.
Jermaine Lajaune Jackson was born December 11th, 1954. He performed as singer and bass player in the Jackson 5, but left the group as the band switched labels 1975. He released several solo-albums and performed duets with Whitney Houston and Pia Zadora, and rejoined the Jacksons a second time (after the 'Victory' album and tour in 1985) to release "2300 Jackson Street" in 1989. His project 'Wave To The World' benefited the Sydney 2000 Paralympics.
Marlon David Jackson was born on March 12th, 1957. He was an original member of the Jackson 5 and later The Jacksons, performing as a great dancer and background-vocalist. In 1987 he released his only solo album called 'Baby Tonight' on Capitol Records, which was mainly written and produced by Marlon himself. Also most of instruments on the album were played by himself.
Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29th, 1958. He started his incredible career as lead-singer of the Jackson 5. Since the late 60ies he has become one of the most recognizable figures in the entertainment industry. His name is known throughout the world and his fans are legion. He is legendary for his humanitarian commitment and for the exceptional, symbiotic relationship he enjoys with his international fans. He has contributed to many relief organizations through the years.
Steven Randall (Randy) Jackson was born on October 29th, 1961 as the youngest of the Jackson-brothers and the 8th child of his parents. He joined "The Jacksons" in the 70ies as a singer. Randy formed a group called "Randy & The Gypsies" and made an album in 1989.
Janet Damita Jo Jackson was born on May 16th, 1966, as the youngest child of the Jackson-Family. Though born into America's greatest musical family, she began her show business career as an actress. In 1982, after signing to A&M Records, Janet released her first record called "Janet Jackson". In 1986, Janet released her album "Control", which was wildly successful. Aside from the music, Janet helps out a number of charities. In March of 2001 MTV Icon honored Janet as one of the most influential artists in contemporary pop and R&B.
Tariano Adaryll (Taj), Taryll Adren and Tito Joe (TJ) Jackson are the three sons of Jackson 5-member Tito, one of the elder brothers of Michael. The three talented young men started their show-business-career as "3T' in 1992, when the movie "The Jacksons, An American Dream" was filmed. The release of the group's first album in 1994, entitled "Brotherhood", proved to be successful. Many songs on this album were written and co-produced by the boys themselves.
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