Katherine Jackson

Katherine Esther Jackson (born May 4, 1930 as Katherine Esther Scruse) is the matriarch of the Jackson family of musicians and singers, including Michael Jackson, La Toya and Janet Jackson. She is the widow of Joe Jackson. 

Jackson had 10 children. Several of the children became famous.  In 1986 Essence honored her as "Mother of the Year".

In 1990, Jackson released her autobiography, My Family.  The book told about her elderly  years and her relationship with her husband and their children.

In 2009, Michael died. Katherine was granted temporary guardianship of Michael's three children. In 2012 her guardianship was suspended for a short time.  The guardianship resumed with TJ Jackson, Michael's nephew, added as a co-guardian. 

Children
Maureen Reillette "Rebbie" Jackson (born May 29, 1950)
Sigmund Esco "Jackie" Jackson (born May 4, 1952)
Toriano Adaryll "Tito" Jackson (October 15, 1953 – September 15, 2024)
Jermaine La Jaune Jacksun (born December 11, 1954)
La Toya Yvonne Jackson (born May 29, 1956)
Marlon David Jackson (born March 12, 1957)
Brandon Jackson (March 12, 1957 – March 12, 1957)
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009)
Steven Randall "Randy" Jackson (born October 29, 1961)
Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966)

References

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