About Johnny Jackson
Lived 1951 – 2006 (aged 54). Johnny Jackson was an American musician.
Johnny Porter Jackson (March 3, 1951 – March 1, 2006) was an American drummer, noted for being the drummer for the Jackson 5 from their early Gary, Indiana days until the end of their famed career at Motown.
Career The label promoted Jackson and keyboardist Ronnie Rancifer as the cousins of the Jackson Five, however neither Ronnie Rancifer nor Johnny Jackson are actually related to the Jacksons.
On March 1, 2006, Jackson died at a home in Gary, Indiana, after being stabbed by his girlfriend, Yolanda Davis, following a quarrel. He was 54 years old. Davis later pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and was sentenced to two years in prison.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Jackson?
American musician (1951-2006)
When was Johnny Jackson born?
Johnny Jackson was born on 3 March 1951 in Gary.
When did Johnny Jackson die?
Johnny Jackson died on 1 March 2006 in Gary, Indiana.
What was Johnny Jackson's occupation?
Johnny Jackson was a musician.
What nationality was Johnny Jackson?
Johnny Jackson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Jackson. https://biography.guide/johnny-jackson-musician/
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