About Janet Jackson

Born Janet Damita Jo Jackson and known for being the sister of the legendary Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson in a recording artist as well as an actress. Jacksons' innovative, provocative, socially active and highly creative records together with her sophisticated roles in films and television shows have kept her alive in the popular culture for over two decades. Janet Jackson is also known widely for her talent of complex stage performances. Jackson's career began in 1976 with the TV series, The Jacksons that starred herself and her 7 older siblings. From there, Janet Jackson got more roles and her career as an actress began. She has been rated by Forbes as the 'richest woman in entertainment'.

Initially hesitant to begin with a musical career, Janet Jackson began recording songs with her brother and appearing with them, in musical shows. Her debut album, which was self titled, reached at Number 6 in the Billboard Hot R&B albums chart. Jackson's second album, Dream Street reached Number 19 on the same chart. It however spawned a hit single that reached Number 9 on Billboard Hot R&B singles chart. She later joined her sister, La Toya as a chorist for her single, Baby Sister during Yamaha Music Festival and won the Outstanding Song Award along with silver medallion. Janet Jackson released her third studio album, Control in 1986 which reached Number 1 and made her a pop icon.

Janet Jackson has a long discography when it comes to her musical career. She is known to be one of the highest selling artists of all times and the 11th best-selling female in the United States. By Billboard, she has been ranked Number 7 amongst All-Time Hot 100 Artists. She has numerous other recognitions to her name and has been one of the highest awarded artistes of all times. Janet Jackson continued to enjoy fame and popularity.

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Janet Jackson explains why she doesn't weigh herself, feels 'very good' - OnTheRedCarpet.com
Janet Jackson, who is a spokesmodel for the diet plan company NutriSystem, says she doesn't weigh herself. The singer and actress, who celebrated her 46th birthday on Wednesday, May 16, has for years made headlines for her fluctuating weight. The iconic ...
Happy Birthday, Janet Jackson! Watch Her Through The Years From Little Janet to Ms. Jackson - Musicwire
As the little sister of a pop icon, of course Janet Jackson had it in her genes to be a star. She began her career at the tender age of 10 appearing on her family's variety show, The Jacksons. Then broke away from the Jackson clan when she ...
Janet Jackson: I don't weigh myself - Belfast Telegraph
Janet Jackson admits that she tries to "stay away from the scale" as much as possible. The 46-year-old NutriSystem spokeswoman lost a lot of weight on the dieting programme recently. Although Janet is delighted with her new toned figure, the star confesses ...
Janet Jackson Talks Weight: Shuns Scales - Christian Post
After years of her weight fluctuating, Janet Jackson has opened up about maintaining her figure. The singer admitted that she never counts pounds lost or gained while attending the Marco Glavianos "Supermodels" exhibit in New York City this week.
Janet Jackson Birthday: Icon Turns 46 Looking and Feeling Her Best in Years - The BoomBox
As reported by AOL Music, after admitting to a lifetime of body image issues and insecurities in her tell-all book, "True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself," Janet Jackson has taken "Control" of her fluctuating weight and unhealthy ...
Janet Jackson Birthday: Singer Turns 46 Looking and Feeling the Best She Has in Years - AOL Music
After admitting to a lifetime of body image issues and insecurities in her tell-all book, "True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself," Janet Jackson has taken "Control" of her fluctuating weight and unhealthy attitude towards food.