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Freddie Jackson, R&B Hitmaker Behind ‘Rock Me Tonight,’ Dies at 70
Freddie Jackson was a singer known for his soulful R&B music.
He died on October 5, shortly after turning 70.
The announcement came from his social media accounts, but it did not say how he died.
Some of his best-known songs were “Rock Me Tonight” and “You Are My Lady.”
He had 10 songs reach No.
1 on the R&B chart.
His first two solo albums sold well enough to go platinum.
Jackson kept recording music through 2018 and later returned to touring.
In 2019, he received a Legend Award at the Black Music Honors.
Freddie Jackson died October 5, days after his 70th birthday; no cause of death was announced.
Jackson had 10 No. 1 R&B hits, including “Rock Me Tonight” and “You Are My Lady.”
His early success brought Grammy nominations for Best New Artist and Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male.
His first two solo albums went platinum, and his debut reached the pop Top 10.
Jackson recorded through 2018, returned to touring in 2014 and 2017, and received a 2019 Black Music Honors Legend Award.
- Who
- Freddie Jackson, R&B singer
- What
- Jackson died at age 70; no cause of death was announced.
- Where
- The announcement was made on Jackson’s social media accounts; his place of death was not stated.
- When
- October 5, days after his 70th birthday
- Why
- The cause of death was not disclosed.
Reported facts
Information not disclosed
Cause of death
Reported facts
Jackson’s social media accounts announced his death on October 5.
Information not disclosed
The announcement did not provide a cause of death.
Memorial arrangements
Reported facts
The report confirmed Jackson’s death and noted tributes, including Melba Moore’s statement.
Information not disclosed
Information about survivors or a memorial service was not immediately available.
Key facts
- Age
- 70
- Date of death
- October 5
- Cause of death
- Not announced
- R&B No. 1 hits
- 10
- Notable songs
- “Rock Me Tonight” and “You Are My Lady”
- Solo recording period
- 1985–2018
- 2019 honor
- Legend Award at the Black Music Honors
Quotes
Melba Moore
Singer and performer who collaborated with Jackson on “A Little Bit Moore”.
“When we worked together on songs such as our hit, ‘A Little Bit More’, his sense of humor had me laughing during the sessions. We had such a special relationship. I will forever miss my dear friend. Rest peacefully, Freddie.”
deadline.com
“My heart is broken over the loss of a great singer and even a greater friend, Freddie Jackson.”
deadline.com
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