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Rebbie Jackson

Meet Rebbie Jackson, the oldest sister of the famous Jackson singing family, who became a star herself!

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Key Facts

Born
May 29, 1950.
Birthplace
Gary, Indiana.
Known For
Being an American singer and the eldest child of the Jackson family.
First Album
Centipede, released in 1984.
Fun Fact
Her brother Michael Jackson wrote her most successful single, the song 'Centipede'.

Meet Rebbie, the First Jackson Star!

Rebbie Jackson is the oldest sister in the super famous Jackson family. Imagine having brothers and sisters like Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, Michael, Randy, and sisters La Toya and Janet – wow! Rebbie was the very first one!

She started singing with her brothers way back in 1974, performing on big stages in Las Vegas. She even appeared on their TV show, 'The Jacksons'. She's a singer who made her own music, just like her famous siblings!

Her Super Cool Music Adventures

When Rebbie was 34 years old, she released her very first album called 'Centipede'. That's like being in 4th grade! The best song on the album was also called 'Centipede', and her super famous brother Michael actually wrote it for her.

It was her biggest hit! She made two more albums after that, 'Reaction' and 'R U Tuff Enuff'. She took a little break, but then came back with a song for a movie called 'Free Willy 2'.

Singing for a Special Reason

Rebbie didn't just sing for fun; she also sang to help people. In 2011, she went on a special tour called the 'Pick Up the Phone Tour'. This tour was all about helping teenagers who were feeling very sad and had thought about hurting themselves. Rebbie wanted to remind them that they are not alone and that people care. It’s like giving a big hug with music!

A Family Full of Music Stars

Being the oldest means Rebbie was the first to start the amazing Jackson music legacy. She paved the way for her younger siblings to become world-famous singers and dancers. Her first album, 'Centipede', was a big deal because it showed that the Jackson family had even more musical talent than people knew. She's a true pioneer in a family of superstars!

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