NOTE: This is the entry for the Jacksons' percussion player. For the bassist, "American Idol" jury member and studio executive please refer to Randy Jackson . Born October 29, 1961 in Gary, Indiana, USA. At eleven years old he joined his older brothers in the Jackson 5, playing congas and continued to play percussion as an "unofficial" sixth member of the band. In 1976, after moving to CBS Records and changing their name to The Jacksons, Randy was named as the newest member of the group, replacing Jermaine who left for a solo career. He played a decisive role in the band's success at the time, co-producing the album Destiny and co-writing Shake Your Body with Michael Jackson, which became the group's biggest-selling single to date, with over 2 million copies sold. Following the Jackson's split in 1990 he formed a short-lived, one-album project, Randy & The Gypsys.
Brother of Michael Jackson.
Became member of pop group, The Jackson 5 , in 1976 after Jermaine Jackson temporarily left.
Sentenced to 2 yrs. probation for beating his ex-wife Eliza and their 14 month old daughter, Stevanna Jackson , in Nov. 1991.
His second wife Alejandra was later married to his brother, Jermaine Jackson.
Released an album with his group "Randy & The Gypsys"
Brother of Rebbie Jackson , Jackie Jackson , Tito Jackson , Jermaine Jackson , La Toya Jackson , Marlon Jackson , Michael Jackson , and Janet Jackson.
Son of Joe Jackson , and Katherine Jackson.
Ex-brother-in-law of James DeBarge.
Uncle of Jermaine Jackson II , Valencia Jackson , Brittany Jackson , Marlon Jackson Jr. , Prince Michael , Prince Michael II , Paris Jackson , Dealz , Yashi Brown , Austin Brown , Taryll Jackson , Taj Jackson , Jaafar Jackson , Jermajesty Jackson , and T.J. Jackson.
The Jacksons were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 1500 Vine Street in Hollywood, California.
Father of Genevieve Jackson , Donte Jackson. and Randy Jackson, Jr.
Played bass for the band Journey.
Played bass for Eddie Money on the "Cant Hold Back" album.
Played bass on the "Journey - Raised on Radio" Tour 86.
Was the musical director for Mariah Carey s 2006 "Adventures of Mimi" tour.
Is a Baptist.
Diagnosed with Type-2 diabetes in 2003.
Son Jordan Jackson with wife Erika Jackson.
Daughter Zoe Jackson (born 1996) with wife Erika Jackson.
Daughter Taylor Jackson (born 1990) with ex-wife Elizabeth Jackson.
Played bass for singer/songwriter Richard Marx.
(November 2008) Release of his book, "Body with Soul: Slash Sugar, Cut Cholesterol and Get a Jump on Your Best Health Ever".
Is a huge Audrey Hepburn fan.
Accept who you are and try and make the best of that.
