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Marlon Jackson scored platinum records singing with his famous family, including little brother Michael. The Jackson 5 was one of Motown's biggest acts.
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The Jackson 5 - Full Biography (45:19)
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The Jackson 5 - Full Biography
In 1969, five young brothers from Gary, Indiana stepped out into the spotlight and changed the music world forever. Through Berry Gordy's Motown, The Jackson 5 recorded some of the most recognizable tunes in pop music history.
The Jackson 5 - Discovery
Smokey Robinson recalls how Michael Jackson and his brothers were discovered by Motown.
The Jackson 5 - On Tour
Michael Jackson and his brothers lived their childhoods on the road and toured in a volkswagon bus.
The Jackson 5 - Michael's Talent
From the very beginning, no young star was as talented or passionate as Michael Jackson.
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He was shocked to learn of his brother's death, and discussed this loss with a reporter from Essence.com. Marlon explained that Michael Jackson "left a legacy and it's going to be forever, and I really feel that in my heart. I want people to concentrate on those things that he did for people. He did a lot of positive things."
To honor his brother's legacy,
Marlon Jackson has been working on reuniting the Jacksons for the All Star Tribute to Michael Jackson: The King of Pop concerts to be held in New York in September 2009. Other acts expected to appear include longtime Jackson family friend Diana Ross, Whitney Houston and Ray Charles.
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The Jackson 5
View groupJackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael were five brothers from Gary, Indiana, who became one of the biggest pop groups in music history. One of Motown's most successful acts in the 1970s, The Jackson 5 had four of their first singles hit the top of the Billboard chart, but the group's appeal was more than just musical - they were among the first black teen idols to appeal to a white audience. The Jackson 5's mix of mind-blowing musical talent and sheer charisma earned the family the status of pop royalty in the music business and later helped launch Michael's legendary solo career.
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The Jackson Family
View groupThe Jackson family is arguably one of the most famous families in entertainment. Originating from Gary, Indiana, this iconic group influenced musical genres from R&B and soul, to pop. The nine Jackson children Rebbie, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, La Toya, Marlon, Michael, Randy, and Janet have all made their mark on the music industry. From the early success of "The Jackson 5" to Michael's reign as the "King of Pop," the siblings became important figures in popular culture, however not without controversy. Here we look at the members of this unforgettable family and their rise to fame.
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