Jackie Jackson (born Sigmund Esco Jackson on May 4 1951 in Gary, Indiana) is an African-American singer and musician, formerly of The Jackson 5, and is the oldest son in the Jackson family that includes American pop stars Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. Jackson left a promising career in baseball to pursue his passion for music with his brothers. He has recorded three solo records but has never since achieved the success he enjoyed as a member of The Jackson 5.

Jackson had a romantic relationship with choreographer and singer Paula Abdul while he was married to Enid Jackson.

Discography

Solo albums

• 1973: Jackie Jackson
• 1989: Be the One