Freddie Jackson Passes Away at 70, Family Shares Tribute

Freddie Jackson, the R&B singer finest identified for songs together with “You Are My Lady” and “Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake),” has handed away.

The singer’s household introduced the information on Tuesday (October 6), revealing that he handed away the evening earlier than.

He was 70 years outdated.

Freddie Jackson’s Family Announces His Passing

“It is with profound unhappiness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went dwelling to relaxation final evening,” his household wrote in an announcement shared on his official social media account.

The household remembered Freddie as “a sort, beneficiant soul” who deeply liked his followers, household, pals and music.

A explanation for demise has not been introduced.

The household mentioned particulars about preparations and methods for followers to honor Freddie shall be shared at a later date.

Freddie Jackson Was One of R&B’s Biggest Stars of the Nineteen Eighties

Born in Harlem on October 2, 1956, Freddie rose to fame throughout the Nineteen Eighties and have become one of many period’s most profitable R&B singers. His official biography says he started singing gospel music at White Rock Baptist Church earlier than finally pursuing knowledgeable music profession.

His debut album, Rock Me Tonight, was launched in 1985 and produced a number of main hits.

The title music spent six weeks at No. 1 on the R&B chart, whereas “You Are My Lady” additionally turned one in all his signature songs.

Other well-liked songs all through his profession included “Have You Ever Loved Somebody,” “Jam Tonight” and “Do Me Again.” Freddie finally earned 10 No. 1 songs on the R&B chart, per Apple Music.

Our ideas are with Freddie Jackson‘s family members throughout this troublesome time.

Read Freddie Jackson’s Family’s Full Statement

It is with profound unhappiness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went dwelling to relaxation final evening.

Freddie was greater than a legendary voice. He was a sort, beneficiant soul who liked his followers, his household, his pals, and his music with all the pieces he had. For a long time he gave us the songs that turned the soundtrack to our love tales, our celebrations, and our most treasured reminiscences. That present will dwell on eternally.

To everybody who ever sang alongside, danced, or felt one thing when Freddie took the stage: thanks. You have been household to him, and he carried your love with him at all times.

Please preserve his household, pals, and family members in your prayers throughout this troublesome time. Details relating to preparations and easy methods to honor his legacy shall be shared within the coming days.

Rest in peace, Freddie. Your legacy and your voice will dwell on eternally.

— The Freddie Jackson Family

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