Jermaine Jackson is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and producer who has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. He is best known as a founding member of the legendary pop group The Jackson 5 and for his long-running solo career in pop and R&B music.
As the second-oldest Jackson brother, Jermaine shared lead vocal duties in the group with his younger brother Michael Jackson. The band rose to worldwide fame after signing with Motown in 1968 and releasing chart-topping hits such as I Want You Back, ABC, and I’ll Be There.
In addition to his work with the group, Jermaine built a successful solo career, releasing several hit songs and albums throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
| Jermaine Jackson Net Worth | $1.5 Million |
| Date of Birth | December 11, 1954 |
| Place of Birth | Gary, Indiana |
Legal and Financial Disclosures
Over the years, Jermaine Jackson’s finances have occasionally drawn public attention. In 2010, he filed documents in a Los Angeles court claiming he was struggling financially and could not afford child support payments. At the time, he reported monthly expenses of about $3,000 and an income of roughly $1,000 per month.
During divorce proceedings in 2018, his then-wife Halima Rashid alleged that Jermaine’s income could fluctuate significantly—from $50,000 to $500,000 per month depending on concert bookings and business deals. She sought $35,000 per month in spousal support.
Early Life
Jermaine Jackson was born on December 11, 1954, in Gary, Indiana. He is the fourth of nine children born to Joe Jackson and Katherine Jackson.
Growing up in a musical household, Jermaine and his brothers Jackie Jackson and Tito Jackson often practiced with their father’s guitar, teaching themselves chords and melodies. Jermaine soon became known for his smooth and soulful voice, eventually becoming the original lead singer of the group that would later become The Jackson 5.
The Jackson siblings include:
- Rebbie Jackson
- Jackie Jackson
- Tito Jackson
- Jermaine Jackson
- La Toya Jackson
- Marlon Jackson
- Michael Jackson
- Randy Jackson
- Janet Jackson
The Jackson 5
The rise of The Jackson 5 in the early 1970s became one of the most remarkable debuts in pop music history. After signing with Motown, the group achieved four consecutive number-one hits on the charts:
- I Want You Back
- ABC
- The Love You Save
- I’ll Be There
Jermaine’s soulful vocals complemented the youthful energy of Michael Jackson, helping the group become global teen idols.
In 1975, when the band left Motown to sign with Epic Records, Jermaine decided to remain with Motown. His marriage to Hazel Gordy, daughter of Motown founder Berry Gordy, played a major role in that decision. His younger brother Randy Jackson later replaced him in the group, which continued performing as The Jacksons.
Solo Career
Jermaine Jackson launched a successful solo career in the 1970s, releasing numerous albums and hit singles. His 1972 single Daddy’s Home became a major hit and sold over a million copies. His debut album Jermaine topped the R&B charts, establishing him as a solo artist.
One of his biggest successes came with the 1980 album Let’s Get Serious, produced by Stevie Wonder. The album earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.
Some of his other popular songs include:
- Do What You Do
- Let Me Tickle Your Fancy
- Don’t Take It Personal
- When the Rain Begins to Fall (a duet with Pia Zadora)
Jermaine also collaborated with artists such as Whitney Houston, helping introduce her to a wider audience during her early career.
Reunion with The Jacksons
In the 1980s, Jermaine reunited with his brothers to record with The Jacksons. He contributed to the 1984 album Victory, which brought all six Jackson brothers together.
He later participated in the group’s final studio album 2300 Jackson Street in 1989.
Jermaine also joined family performances such as the 2001 concert Michael Jackson 30th Anniversary Special at Madison Square Garden in New York City, one of the last times the Jackson brothers appeared together on stage.
Television and Other Ventures
Beyond music, Jermaine Jackson has appeared in numerous television programs. In 2007, he competed on the UK reality show Celebrity Big Brother, finishing second and reportedly earning about $450,000 for his participation.
He also appeared in the A&E reality series The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty, which documented the lives of the Jackson brothers as they prepared for a reunion tour.
Other television appearances include roles in The Facts of Life and As the World Turns. In 2014, he appeared with his wife Halima Rashid on Celebrity Wife Swap.
Personal Life
Jermaine Jackson converted to Islam in 1989 after visiting Bahrain, describing the experience as life-changing.
He has been married several times and is the father of seven children. His first wife was Hazel Gordy, whom he married in 1973. They had three children together before divorcing in 1988.
He later had two sons with Margaret Maldonado. In 1995, he married Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza, with whom he had two sons before their divorce in 2003.
In 2004, he married Halima Rashid, though the couple separated after she filed for divorce in 2016.
On June 25, 2009, Jermaine delivered the public announcement confirming the death of his brother Michael Jackson at UCLA Medical Center.
Real Estate
In 2004, Jermaine Jackson purchased a home in Calabasas, California from his brother Tito Jackson for $550,000. The property served as his primary residence for many years and kept him close to other members of the famous Jackson family.
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