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Rest In Power: Joe Jackson Dead At 89

The father of the iconic Jackson family reportedly struggled with complications of terminal cancer.

Joe Jackson, famous music manager and father of the iconic Jackson family responsible for the iconic careers of Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson, has reportedly died, TMZ reports.

According to the site, Mr. Joe passed away in the early hours of Wednesday morning (June 27) at 3:30 a.m. Recently, reports held that he had been admitted to the hospital for his complications with terminal cancer, and close family members disclosed that he didn't’ have much time left. His granddaughter, Paris Jackson, also clarified a foreboding tweet from his account, which tenderly warned fans of his certain death.

As his loved ones now mourn Mr. Joe’s passing, our prayers and thoughts are with the Jackson family during this time.

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