Randy Jackson Biography
Randy Jackson is an American musician, record producer, and television personality. He is known for American Idol (2002), The Truth About Cats & Dogs (1996), and Jena Six (2018).
Jackson began his career in music as a bassist, working with a variety of artists, including Carlos Santana, Journey, and Madonna. He also worked as a producer, with credits on albums by Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and *NSYNC, among others.
In 2002, Jackson joined the judging panel of “American Idol,” alongside Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul. He became known for his catchphrases, such as “dawg” and “in it to win it,” and remained on the show for 12 seasons.
Quick Facts about Randy Jackson
1. Name: Randy Jackson
2. Birthday: June 23
3. Age: [agecalc birthdate=1956-06-23]
4.           Profession/Occupation: Tv Personality/Musician
5. Marital Status: Not married
6. Zodiac Sign: Cancer
7. Height : 5 feet 8 inches tall (1.73 meters)
8. Net worth: $50 million
Randy Jackson Age: How old is Randy Jackson?
Randy Jackson was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on June 23, 1956.
Randy Jackson’s parents
Randy Jackson’s parents are Joe Jackson and Katherine Jackson. Joe Jackson was a steelworker, and Katherine Jackson was a homemaker.
Randy Jackson Siblings | Sister | Brother
Jackson has 8 siblings:
- Rebbie Jackson (born May 29, 1950)
- Jackie Jackson (born May 4, 1951)
- Tito Jackson (born October 1, 1953)
- Jermaine Jackson (born December 11, 1954)
- LaToya Jackson (born May 29, 1956)
- Marlon Jackson (born March 12, 1957)
- Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009)
- Janet Jackson (born May 16, 1966)
He is the ninth child of the Jackson family and the youngest of the brothers. He is also the second-youngest Jackson sibling after his sister Janet Jackson.
Randy Jackson Michael Jackson
He and Michael Jackson were brothers. They were both members of the Jackson 5, a popular American Motown group. Randy was the youngest of the Jackson children, and Michael was the seventh.
Randy Jackson Wife and Spouse
Jackson has been married twice.
- His first marriage was to Eliza Shaffy in 1989; the couple divorced in 1992.
- His second marriage was to Erika Riker in 1995, which he divorced in 2014.
- He has also had two children from a relationship with Alejandra Genevieve Osuna
He is currently single. He has not remarried since his divorce from Erika Riker in 2014.
Randy Jackson Children: Son and Daughter
Jackson has 5 children.
- Stevanna Jackson (born June 17, 1990) with Eliza Shaffy.
- Genevieve Jackson (born December 3, 1989) and Steven Randall Jackson Jr. (born October 3, 1992)—with Alejandra Genevieve Osuna.
- Zoe Jackson (born February 10, 1997) and Jordan Jackson (born September 2, 1999)—with Erika Riker.
Randy Jackson’s Net Worth
His net worth is estimated to be $50 million. He has earned his wealth through his successful career as a musician, record producer, and television personality.
Randy Jackson Height
Jackson is 5 feet, 8 inches tall (1.73 meters)
Randy Jackson Health
Jackson has been open about his health struggles in the past. He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2002 and has since lost over 100 pounds. He has also undergone gastric bypass surgery.
In 2019, Jackson was diagnosed with kidney cancer and underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth. He has since made a full recovery.
Randy Jackson Wiki
- Full Name: Randy Jackson
- Gender: Male
- Profession/Occupation: Television Peronality/Musician
Birthday
- Date of Birth:June 23, 1956
- How old? Age: [agecalc birthdate=1563-06-23]
- Birth day: 23 June
- Place of birth: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Body Measurement
- How tall?/Height: 5 feet 8 inches tall (1.73 meters)
- Weight: Not available
Relationships and Family
- Father: Joe Jackson
- Mother : Katherine Jackson
- Siblings/brothers/sisters: Rebbie Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jerry Jackson,LaToya Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson, and Janet Jackson.
- Wife/Spouse: Not Available
- Children : Stevanna Jackson,Genevieve Jackson, Steven Randall Jackson Jr.,Zoe Jackson, and Jordan Jackson
Jackson Career
Jackson’s 1980s debut as a session bassist for Madonna, Aretha Franklin, and Whitney Houston led to iconic album contributions like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and “Bad.” Later, he briefly joined Journey before refocusing on producing and judging. Notably, he critiqued singers on “American Idol” (2002–2013) and judged other shows. He also produced albums for Mariah Carey, *NSYNC, and Whitney Houston, reflecting his diverse music and TV career.
Movies and TV Shows
Jackson has appeared in a number of movies and television shows, including:
Movies:
- Moonwalker (1988)
- Cool Runnings (1993)
- This Is 40 (2012)
- Happy Feet Two (2011)
TV Shows
- The Bernie Mac Show (2004)
- American Dreams (2005)
- Dr. Vegas (2004)
- Kevin Hill (2005)
- The Simpsons (2008)
- Family Guy (2009)
- American Idol (2002-2013)
- Name That Tune (2022)
Randy Jackson Albums
He has released two albums:
- Randy Jackson’s Music Club, Vol. 1 (2008)
- Randy Jackson’s Music Club, Vol. 2 (2010)
The albums are a mix of original songs and covers.
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In addition to selling guitars, Randy also offers accessories such as guitar strings, picks, straps, and cases. He is committed to providing his customers with everything they need to make the most of their playing experience.
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