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Martha Upshaw: Is The Mother Of Katherine Jackson Still Alive?

Martha Upshaw is the mother of Katherine Jackson. Martha’s daughter Katherine is widely known as the matriarch of the famous Jackson family of musicians and entertainers. Katherine is the mother of pop stars including Michael and Janet Jackson.

Katherine is an actress and according to her IMDb profile, she has appeared in films like All 4da Green (2022), Tito Jackson: Love One Another (2021), and Janet Jackson. (2022). Well, Martha Upshaw or Martha Mattie Upshaw is a celebrity family member and this article is about her.

Martha Upshaw: Bio Summary

NameMartha Upshaw
Date of birthDecember 14, 1907
DiedApril 29, 1990 (82)
Famous asKatherine Jackson’s mother
Spouse/ExPrince Albert Screws
ParentsJeanette Brown and Daniel Upshaw
ChildrenKatherine Jackson, Hattie Scruse
GrandchildrenMaureen, Sigmund, Toriano, Jermaine, La Toya Yvonne, Marlon, Brandon, Michael, Steven, and Janet Damita

Who Is Katherine Jackson’s Mother?

Katherine Jackson’s mother is called Martha Upshaw. Martha was born on December 14, 1907, in Alabama, United States. She is the daughter of Jeanette Brown and Daniel Upshaw. She was previously married to Prince Albert Screws (October 16, 1907 – January 21, 1997).

In 1934, Prince Albert Screws changed his surname to Scruse. Martha and Prince were the parents of two daughters Katherine Jackson born Kattie B. Screws and Hattie Scruse. Martha and Prince got separated. Martha later got married to John Bridges.

Martha Upshaw Career

Martha Upshaw’s professional details have not been revealed. She rose to fame as the mother of Katherine Jackson. Her daughter Katherine Jackson is well-known as the matriarch of the Jackson family of entertainers that includes her children Michael and Janet.

Katherine Jackson at a young age had the desire to work as an actress or country singer, but was dismayed to find no notable black country stars. She is an actress, known for All 4da Green (2022), Tito Jackson: Love One Another (2021), and Janet Jackson. (2022).

How Many Grandchildren Did Martha Upshaw Have?

Martha Upshaw had 10 grandchildren. Martha Upshaw’s daughter Katherine got married to Joseph “Joe” Jackson, an American talent manager and patriarch of the Jackson family of entertainers. After dating for a year, Katherine and Joseph got married on November 5, 1949.

The duo produced 10 children, including twins from the year 1950 until 1966. Their 10 children are also the grandchildren of Martha Upshaw. Martha’s grandchildren are Maureen Reillette “Rebbie” Jackson, who was born on May 29, 1950, and Sigmund Esco “Jackie” Jackson who was born on May 4, 1951.

Also, Toriano Adaryll “Tito” Jackson, born on October 15, 1953, Jermaine La Jaune Jackson, born December 11, 1954, La Toya Yvonne Jackson, born May 29, 1956, Marlon David Jackson, born March 12, 1957, Brandon David Jackson, born and died March 12, 1957; 2 months premature, Michael Joseph Jackson, August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009.

Also Read: Prince Albert Screws: Death And Everything About The Father Of Katherine Jackson

Steven Randall “Randy” Jackson, born October 29, 1961, and Janet Damita Jo Jackson, born May 16, 1966. Martha’s grandchildren were part of The Jackson 5, also known as the Jacksons. The Jackson 5 is an American pop band composed of members of the Jackson family. The Jackson 5 performed in talent shows and clubs on the Chitlin’ Circuit.

They signed with Steeltown Records in 1967 and released two singles. The group was managed by Joe Jackson. In 1968, the group left Steeltown Records and signed with Motown, where they were the first group to debut with four consecutive number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 with the songs “I Want You Back”, “ABC”, “The Love You Save”, and “I’ll Be There”.

Is Martha Upshaw Still Alive?

Martha Upshaw died at the age of 82 years on April 29, 1990, in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, United States. Her grandson Michael Joseph Jackson, who was the eighth child of the Jackson family, died at age 50, on June 25, 2009.

Michael was a prominent singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. He was dubbed the “King of Pop”, he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Michael Jackson died from cardiac arrest, caused by a propofol and benzodiazepine overdose.

Michael Jackson died in Los Angeles, California, U.S, and his memorial was held on July 7, 2009, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, preceded by a private family service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park’s Hall of Liberty. Michael Jackson’s body was entombed on September 3, 2009, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California.

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Update: 2024-05-19