Marlon David Jackson is an American entertainer, singer, and dancer best known as a member of the Jackson 5. He is the sixth child of the Jackson family. Marlon now runs Study Peace Foundation to promote peace and unity worldwide.
Marlon (far right) and his brothers (1974)
The Jackson 5, later the Jacksons, is an American pop band composed of members of the Jackson family. The group was founded in 1964 in Gary, Indiana, and originally consisted of brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael. They were managed by their father Joe Jackson. The group were among the first African American performers to attain a crossover following.
The Jackson 5 in 1972, from left to right: Tito, Marlon, Michael, Jackie, and Jermaine Jackson
The Jackson 5 in 1969
The Jackson 5 with Hal Davis
Michael (pictured in 1984) would leave the group after becoming a global superstar.