The world froze when news broke of Tito Jackson’s sudden death. Fans mourned, tributes poured in, and the headlines were everywhere—but one voice remained silent: Janet Jackson’s. For weeks, she said nothing. Not a statement. Not a post. Not a word. And then just when it seemed she might never speak she did. What she shared left the world stunned. It wasn’t just grief. It was something deeper. Something she had held in, until now. As Janet Jackson’s words offered a glimpse into her emotional world, they also brought to mind the foundation of her relationship with Tito—a bond built on shared experiences, love, and music.

Tito Jackson’s Heartbreaking Last Instagram Post Uploaded Days Before Sudden Death

Days before his sudden death, Tito Jackson, 70, uploaded what would become his last Instagram post. On September 11, he and two of his brothers visited a memorial dedicated to their late brother, Michael Jackson, who died in 2009.

“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,” he captioned the post.

According to a longtime Jackson family friend, Tito Jackson died after suffering a heart attack (via ET). He is survived by his three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, his mom, Katherine, and his siblings Rebbie, Jackie, Jermaine, La Toya, Marlon, Randy, and Janet Jackson.

Tito Jackson was an original member of The Jackson 5, along with his brothers, Michael, Jackie, Jermaine and Marlon.

Tito Jackson’s Last Instagram Post Is Filled With Messages From Fans

After Jackson’s death was reported, many took to the comments section of his last Instagram post to share their condolences.

“Hope you’re with him now, singing and dancing in Heaven,” one person wrote.

“Rest in peace Tito Jackson, you are with Michael now,” someone else said.

“Rest in peace Tito. Thank you for the amazing musical legacy. Rest in peace. Sending love to all the Jackson family,” a third comment read.

“Nah man I can’t believe Tito has passed too. I’m so sad. RIP brother,” a fourth Instagram user added.

The most recent post on Jackson’s Instagram feed is a joint one with his sons, which they posted after his death.

“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson is no longer with us. We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken,” their caption reads, in part.