Joseph Jackson

Joseph Jackson is the patriarch of the Jackson family of musicians. His wife is Katherine Jackson.

After Michael Jackson died in June 2009, his three children were in the custody of Katherine Jackson.http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,529387,00.html

Joe Jackson has made controversial comments regarding Michael Jackson's children. He commented on the potential he see's for the children in the entertainment business. There were rumors that he wanted the children to tour as the Jackson 3.

Since the death of the late Michael Jackson, there has been speculation that Omer Bhatti is one of Michael's children. Joe Jackson has said he knew that Michael had another son. He believes Omer looks like a Jackson and has the talent of a Jackson.

Joe Jackson married Katherine Scruse in in 1949. They lived together in Gary, Indiana, Joe worked as Crane Operator. In the mid-1950s Joe quit his job to start a band with his brother Luther were in a band called The Falcons. The band did not secure a record deal; as a result Joe returned to his job as a Crane Operator. In 1964, Joe discovered the talent of his children and managed the career of The Jackson 5. Once The Jackson 5 left Joe Jackson as a manager, he managed his 3 daughters.

In 1982, began to manage Rebbie, La Toya, and Janet. Eventually they all left him for other managers.

Joe Jackson is hosting a boot camp for aspiring Hip Hop artists. He is also looking for new artists for his record label Ranch Records.