Freddie Jackson Cause of Death | R&B, Blues Legend Dies | Full Life Story, Career, Family, Song, Bio

Freddie Jackson Dies at 70 'Rock Me Tonight' Legend: Cause of Death, Kidney Disease, Family, Hit Songs & Legacy The world of R&B, soul, and Quiet Storm music is in deep mourning following the news that legendary singer and crooner Freddie Jackson passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, just days after celebrating his 70th birthday. In this special video tribute, we break down the latest news, official statements from his family, and his remarkable life legacy. While an official cause of death has not been disclosed, Freddie previously shared his personal health battle with kidney disease, partnering with the National Kidney Foundation to advocate for health awareness. Born Frederick Anthony Jackson in Harlem, New York, Freddie got his start singing gospel at White Rock Baptist Church before taking over the 1980s R&B charts. His 1985 debut album, 'Rock Me Tonight,' rocketed him to international stardom with smash hits like "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)" and his signature ballad "You Are My Lady". Over his iconic career, Jackson secured 11 #1 Billboard R&B hits, earned multiple Grammy nominations, and won an American Music Award—shaping the soundtrack of romance for millions across the globe. We explore his complete life story—from his partnership with producer Paul Laurence, his years with Mystic Merlin, his classic hit discography ("Jam Tonight", "Have You Ever Loved Somebody", "Tasty Love"), his family life, estimated net worth, and emotional tributes pouring in from music legends worldwide. If you grew up listening to "You Are My Lady" or "Rock Me Tonight," please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to honor Freddie Jackson's incredible legacy! #FreddieJackson #YouAreMyLady #RockMeTonight #QuietStorm #RnBLegend #SoulMusic #RIPFreddieJackson #Harlem #MusicObituary #GrammyNominee This video is for entertainment purposes only. All information is collected from publicly available internet sources. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for watching! Don’t forget to subscribe to Your Star Facts for more of the latest celebrity lifestyle videos. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out another video from Your Star Facts: https://www.youtube.com/@YourStarFacts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I hereby declare that all images used to make this video are from Google Search (www.google.com). Google Advanced Search is used to find images with usage rights: free to use, share, or modify. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976: Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.