So, you're curious about Michael Jackson's mom, huh? Let's dish out some tea, shall we?
Katherine Esther Jackson, the OG
Alright, so picture this: it's the 1950s, Detroit, Michigan. In walks Katherine Esther Scruse, a lovely lady with a heart full of dreams and a head full of curls. She's just a teen, but she's got plans, girl!
Now, fast forward a bit. Katherine marries Joseph Jackson, and they start popping out kids like it's nobody's business. We're talking nine little Jacksons, can you even? Michael, the one we all know and love, is the seventh in line.
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Age, you ask?
Well, here's where it gets a tad tricky. Katherine was born on May 4, 1930. That's right, she's a Taurus, folks! Now, do the math. If Michael was born in 1958, that makes Katherine... hold onto your hats... 28 years old when she had him!
I know, I know, you're thinking, "But she had so many kids!" Yes, yes she did. And she was still a young(ish) momma when Michael was growing up. But let's not forget, she was also raising eight other kids, so she was basically a human octopus, juggling all those little Jacksons!
Still Kicking, Still Fabulous
Now, you might be wondering, "Is Katherine still around?" Well, hold your applause, because the answer is yes! As of 2021, Katherine is still with us, living her best life in Calabasas, California.
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And get this, she's not just surviving, she's thriving. She's written books, she's been on reality TV, and she's even got her own line of chili seasoning. I mean, if that's not a "I'm still here, and I'm fabulous" moment, I don't know what is!
So, how old is she now?
Well, if you did the math earlier, you'll know that as of 2021, Katherine is... drumroll please... 91 years young! Can you believe it? The woman is a force to be reckoned with!
And there you have it, folks. Katherine Esther Jackson, the matriarch, the momma bear, the original Jackson, is 91 years young and still going strong. Now, who's ready for another cup of coffee?