Tito Jackson's touching farewell custom with brother Michael revealed after his death at 70

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: The Jackson family is once again mourning the loss of a beloved member. Tito Jackson, an iconic figure in the music world and a member of legendary band The Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70.

This news comes fifteen years after the tragic death of his brother, King of Pop Michael Jackson. Tito's death has left fans and the music community in shock and grief.

Whenever Tito and Michael parted ways, they had a touching and meaningful ritual that showcased the depth of their brotherly love, as reported by The Mirror.

Tito and Michael Jackson maintained a close bond despite massive musical success

Tito suffered a heart attack while driving from New Mexico to Oklahoma on Sunday, September 15. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Steve Manning, a longtime friend of the Jackson family and former manager.

Fans and fellow musicians have since flooded social media with tributes for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who had been actively performing with the Jacksons as recently as August.

As the third oldest Jackson child, Tito played a significant role in shaping the global music scene alongside his famous siblings. The Jackson 5 became household names with their iconic Motown sound.

Tito, along with his brothers Jermaine, Marlon, and Jackie, helped carve out a unique space in the R&B genre, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.

Despite the success, the Jackson family maintained a close bond, a connection that Tito and Michael cherished deeply.

Michael Jackson would always say 'I love you more' during goodbyes with Tito

Tito once shared a poignant memory with The Guardian, recalling how Michael would always say "I love you more" during their goodbyes.

This tradition remained consistent, even during their last family gathering.

A month before Michael's sudden death in 2009, the Jackson family celebrated the 60th wedding anniversary of Joseph Jackson and his wife, Katherine, with a meal in Los Angeles.

Tito reminisced about that evening, saying, "Michael had this ritual every time we said goodbye. All of us brothers would hug and tell each other we loved each other, but Michael's favorite thing was to say, 'I love you more' and that night was no different."

Michael's death on June 25, 2009, was a devastating blow to the family, and Tito often spoke about how much he missed his younger brother.

In an interview with The Mirror earlier this year, Tito opened up about the immense void left by Michael's death. He mentioned feeling Michael's presence during performances and seeing his brother's smile in the faces of Michael's children.

Tito emphasized that Michael was more than just an entertainer; he was a kind-hearted person who loved to give.

"The world was not kind to Michael at all. I don't know why. I would always say if we didn't have him, we sure would miss him. His death was such a major tragedy. The world definitely missed out on a lot of goodness from him, because he wasn't just a musician or an artist, he was a loving person. He loved to give," Tito reflected.