R&B Star Freddie Jackson Dies at 69
Freddie Jackson died Oct. 5, 2026; his family called him a "kind, generous soul." No cause given. Outlets split on whether he was 69 or 70.
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About Freddie Jackson
Frederick Anthony Jackson is an American R&B singer. Originally from New York City, Jackson began his professional music career in the late 1970s with the California funk band Mystic Merlin. Among his well–known R&B/soul hits are "Rock Me Tonight " (1985), "Have You Ever Loved Somebody" (1986), "Jam Tonight" (1986), "Do Me Again" (1990), and "You Are My Lady" (1985). He contributed to the soundtrack for the 1989 film, All Dogs Go to Heaven with the Michael Lloyd-produced duet "Love Survives" alongside Irene Cara. He also appeared in the movie King of New York.
Everything about Freddie Jackson →- Occupation
- singer, recording artist, songwriter, musician
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- October 2, 1956