Jermaine Jackson
Biography
Jermaine La Juane Jackson (born December 11, 1954) is an American singer-songwriter, bassist, and a foundational member of the Jackson family. From 1964 to 1975, Jermaine served as the second lead vocalist of the Jackson 5 and played bass guitar. After a successful solo career at Motown, he rejoined the group—then known as The Jacksons—in 1983. Beyond his musical achievements, Jermaine is the patriarch of a large, creatively gifted family. His children have followed in the family’s footsteps, becoming actors, musicians, and filmmakers who continue to shape global entertainment.
Personal Life and Family
Jermaine was born at St. Mary's Mercy Hospital in Gary, Indiana, the fourth child of Joseph and Katherine Jackson. He is the brother of Rebbie, Jackie, Tito, La Toya, Marlon, Michael, Randy, and Janet. His children include:
Jermaine La Juane "Jay" Jackson Jr. (1977)
Autumn Joy Jackson (1978)
Jeremy Maldonado Jackson (1986)
Jaimy Jermaine Jackson (1987)
Jourdynn Michael Jackson (1989)
Donté Randall Jackson (1992)
Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson (1996)
Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson (2000)
Tah'Kyah Caslin Juane Brings Plenty Jackson (2008)
Legacy
Throughout his career, Jermaine has balanced his solo success with his commitment to the Jackson family legacy. By mentoring the next generation of performers—including his daughter Tah'Kyah and son Jaafar—he has ensured that the family's influence on music and cinema remains a dominant force in the 21st century.
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Full filmography
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self - The Jackson 5
- The View (1997) as Self
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self - The Jacksons
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self - The Jacksons
- The Facts of Life (1979)
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self - The Jackson 5
- The Johannes B. Kerner Show (1998) as Self
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self
- Richard & Judy (2001) as Self
- Miss USA (1963) as Self - Judge
- Celebrity Ghost Stories (2009) as Self
- Celebrity Big Brother (2001) as Self
- The Heaven and Earth Show (1998)
- Dani&Flo con Lara Álvarez (2017) as Self - Interviewee
- Die ultimative Chartshow (2003) as Self
- Klein gegen Groß - Das unglaubliche Duell (2011) as Self
- Solid Gold (1980)
- Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest (1972) as Self
- Leaving Neverland (2019) as Self (archive footage)
- Il était une fois Champs-Élysées (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Cher (1975) as Self - The Jackson 5
- The Early Show (1999) as Self