{
  "id": 12444271,
  "title": "Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for ’80s hits like ‘You Are My Lady,’ dies at 70",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/grammy-nominated-r-b-singer-freddie-jackson-known-for-80s-hits-like",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T18:41:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CityNews",
    "slug": "citynews",
    "url": "https://toronto.citynews.ca/2026/10/06/grammy-nominated-rb-singer-freddie-jackson-known-for-80s-hits-like-you-are-my-lady-dies-at-70/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, renowned for his hit songs like \"You Are My Lady,\" has passed away at the age of 70. His family announced his death via an Instagram statement, describing him as a kind, generous soul who gave the world songs that will forever soundtrack our love stories and cherished memories. Jackson, born in Harlem, began his career in the New York club scene before making his mark with the band Mystic Merlin and eventually releasing his debut album \"Rock Me Tonight\" in 1985. This album, along with his Grammy nominations, propelled him into stardom, with \"You Are My Lady\" earning him recognition as a male R&B vocal performance. Despite his success, Jackson revealed in 2024 that he has been battling kidney disease, partnering with the National Kidney Foundation to raise awareness. His legacy continues as those touched by his music remember him as a family figure who carried their love with him.",
  "summary": "Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for his smooth '80s hits “Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)” and “You Are My Lady,” has died. He was 70.",
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    "Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson dies at 70",
    "Known for hits like 'You Are My Lady'",
    "Battled kidney disease, raised awareness"
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Freddie Jackson cause of death: What happened to the legendary R&B and soul singer?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/freddie-jackson-cause-of-death-what-happened-to-the-legendary-r-b-and",
        "published": "2026-10-06T15:55:46.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for '80s hits like 'You Are My Lady,' dies at 70",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/grammy-nominated-r-b-singer-freddie-jackson-known-for-80s-hits-like-12449587",
        "published": "2026-10-06T19:04:10.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Billboard",
        "title": "Freddie Jackson, R&B Icon Known for ‘You Are My Lady,’ Dead at 69",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/freddie-jackson-r-b-icon-known-for-you-are-my-lady-dead-at-69",
        "published": "2026-10-06T19:05:52.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mail and Guardian",
        "title": "Freddie Jackson, R&B singer behind Rock Me Tonight , dies at 70",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/freddie-jackson-r-b-singer-behind-rock-me-tonight-dies-at-70",
        "published": "2026-10-06T19:13:19.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}