La Toya Jackson is a singer-songwriter, actor, TV personality, and businesswoman. She is a member of the talented Jackson family.
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Wiki, Bio, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education
Toya La Toya Yvonne Jackson was born on May 29, 1956, in Gary, Indiana, America. Her father, Joseph Walter Jackson, is a talent manager and is regarded as the family patriarch, while her mother, Katherine Jackson, is regarded as the Jackson matriarch.
La Toya Jackson’s siblings have also accomplished performers. Michael Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Randy Jackson, Tito Jackson, Marlon Jackson, and Jackie Jackson are her brothers. Janet Jackson, Rebbie Jackson, and Joh’Vonnie Jackson are La Toya Jackson’s sisters. Jackson attended a California Preparatory School and then briefly attended college before her father recommended she follow in the footsteps of her family members.
La Toya Jackson’s Husband, Marriage & Relationship
Jackson was married to the late entertainment manager and businessman Jack Gordon, who died of cancer in 2005. La Toya married Jack in 1989, and they divorced in 1997.
According to reports, Jack Gordon was working on getting La Toya Jackson to appear in adult films. Following that, La Toya Jackson spent time with Jeffre Phillips, a business associate of hers. Fake news and rumors claimed La Toya and Jeffre were wed in December 2013, however, they later refuted it.
La Toya Jackson’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
La Toya Jackson, who was born on May 29, 1956, is 66 years old. Her height is 1.70 m and she weighs 56 kg.
La Toya Jackson’s Profession & Career
Jackson’s first job was to appear in every episode of her family’s show “The Jacksons.” She began working on her debut self-titled album “La Toya Jackson” in 1980, after completing a few projects with her family. She wanted her debut to be called by her own name rather than the family name, but her father insisted that she also use the family name. The record succeeded well, ranking on the top charts and providing her with a strong start.
Jackson achieved international notoriety for her breakthrough career success with her third album, “Heart Don’t Lie,” which is considered her most popular album ever. She later posed for Playboy magazine and filmed a video for them. Jackson took a break from working for a while after troubles with her ex-husband and family before releasing her current EP “Starting Over.”
Achievements and Awards
Jackson, like all of the Jacksons, is regarded as an icon in the worlds of television, music, and entertainment. She got over five accolades and honors for her song “Baby Sister,” which appeared on her fourth album “Imagination.” La Toya Jackson’s debut album reached the Billboard 200 chart, the Billboard R&B chart, and even the UK chart. Her most well-known album is “Heart Don’t Lie,” which reached the top of the charts and is also her most profitable.
La Toya Jackson’s Salary and Net Worth
As of January 2023, Jackson’s net worth is believed to be $5 million. She is a singer-songwriter, actor, TV personality, and businesswoman. She acquired a fortune from her job, which included the records she released, sold, and performed. Toya is regarded as one of the highest-paid artists, having secured a $5 million contract in the 1990s.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name | La Toya Jackson |
|---|---|
| Real Name | La Toya Yvonne Jackson |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 66 years old |
| Birth Date | 29 May 1956 |
| Birth Place | Gary, Indiana, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.70 m |
| Weight | 56 kg |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Husband | Jack Gordon m. 1989–1997 |
| Children | N/A |
| Dating | N/A |
| Profession | American singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman, and television personality |
| Net Worth | $5 million |
| Brands | N/A |
| Hobbies | N/A |