Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actress. She is the youngest child of the Jackson family and second most successful, behind her deceased brother, Michael. Her career began... [more]

Janet Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actress. She is the youngest child of the Jackson family and second most successful, behind her deceased brother, Michael. Her career began as a child actress, appearing television shows like "Good Times" and "Diff'rent Strokes." Her breakthrough album with with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, "Control" was a huge success. Her follow-up to that, "Rhythm Nation 1814" was also a big success. Her last album remains in the shadow of what is now called "Nipplegate" in which a so-called "wardrobe malfunction" cased her breast to be exposed to millions of people watching the half-time show at Superbowl XXXVIII.

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Janet Jackson to Star in Opening Number at the AMAs

Getty Images Janet Jackson is slated to be the opening number at the American Music Awards this year. The "All For You" singer is going to be the star of the medley which will open the show November 22. Her late brother Michael is nominated for 5 awards. Janet Jackson (Bauer Griffin) American Music Awards producer Larry Klein said: “We’re thrilled about having Janet Jackson open this year’s show. She is an incredibly dynamic performer and I think the audience will be excited to see what she... Read Full Story

Ring The Alarm! Money Is In The Club!

November 16, 2009 Category Jermaine Dupri , Nelly , Trey Songz Strippers head to the nearest pole big money is in the house! Nelly, Trey Songz, and Jermaine Dupri all tricked off their hard earned dollars to the delight of some down south booty and pooty poppers. They were at Magic City strip club (Monday night) to celebrate Nelly’s birthday. Look at Jermaine, fresh off of getting back with Janet…..um ummmm unnh Tweet this! Related posts: Janet Jackson and Jermaine... Read Full Story

Janet Jackson Confirms Split from Jermaine Dupri

Getty Images Singer Janet Jackson was first rumored to have separated from her longtime boyfriend Jermaine Dupri in July, but she recently admitted the two had split during a radio interview.  Speaking on Atlanta's ‘Bert Show,’ Janet said: “I'm not the type of girl that stays in touch with your ex like that. But Jermaine is one of my best friends. I love him to death. We're still connected. We're still good friends. We still talk." Janet and Jermaine dated for several years (Getty) Janet, 43... Read Full Story

Janet Jackson in LA Being Honored by Fans

November 15, 2009 Category Janet Jackson Janet Jackson looked on and applauded from a balcony at the Grove in Los Angeles yesterday (November 14) as she attended a tribute dance. Thousands of her fans were on hand to mark the release of her upcoming hits album, Number Ones, by performing in her honor. Tweet this! Related posts: Spike Lee’s Birthday Party for Michael Jackson The rain didn’t stop Michael Jackson fans from celebrating... Janet Jackson Picks the Weight Back... Read Full Story

Janet Jackson Will Wear Black For a Year Straight to Mourn Michael's Death

  Bauer Griffin According to a British tabloid, Janet Jackson is planning to show her grief over her brother Michael 's death by wearing nothing but black until next June. The singer shared a "special bond" with her older sibling, who died on June 25 of acute Propofol intoxication, and it's been reported that she has decided to sport nothing but dark clothes for the next 300 or so days. A source explained to Britain’s The Sun newspaper: Janet, like the rest of the Jackson family, has been... Read Full Story

Michael Jackson – Jermaine Abuse Victim Cleared Jackson (ContactMusic)

MICHAEL JACKSON’s alleged abuse victim has cleared the KING OF POP’s name by insisting the singer “never touched” him, according to the star’s brother JERMAINE.Jackson… Read Full Story

Janet Jackson: Family Tried to Intervene to Help Michael

Janet Jackson looks on during a Tribute Dance at The Grove on November 14, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images) more pics » Singer Janet Jackson says she and the rest of the Jackson family knew that Michael , who died in June, was abusing prescription drugs. Still, their attempts at an intervention proved unsuccessful. When quizzed about her sibling’s drug use, she said: “Those are the things you do when you love someone. You can't just let them continue on that way. And we did a... Read Full Story

Janet Jackson’s AMA Perfomance

November 23, 2009 Category Janet Jackson Janet Jackson opened up the American Music Awards with a medley of songs including her new song “Make Me, Control, What Have You Done for Me Lately?, Miss You Much, If, Let’s Dance, and Together Again. Can’t help but notice all the heavy clothing Ms. Jackson had on. What ya hiding huh? So unlike Janet. Tweet this! Related posts: Janet Jackson will Honor Michael Jackson at VMA’s The Video Music Awards will pay homage to Michael... Read Full Story

Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri Are Still Together

Getty Images Janet Jackson and her longtime producer boyfriend Jermaine Dupri are still a couple -- and no, they're not engaged, despite claims that have been circulating for ages. They were rumored to have split around the time Janet's brother Michael passed away this summer after Jermaine didn't attend the funeral. Janet and Jermaine in 2005 (Getty) But a source tells People , "They never really broke up. Jermaine wanted to give her some space when Michael died." Now once again the... Read Full Story

Video: Whitney Houston, Janet Hit AMA Stage

Triumphantly standing (pictured), Whitney Houston returned to the same stage (figuratively) where she picked up award after award for hits like “Greatest Love of All” and “I Will Always Love You” Sunday night. Performing “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength,” Houston received a warm reception while also picking up the coveted ‘International Artist” Award. Before Whitney, however, Ms. Jackson — Janet Jackson, took the stage to open the show. Reminding us of hits like “If,” “Together Again... Read Full Story
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