On Sunday, the 2018 MTV Europe Music Awards (airing from Bilbao, Spain) concluded by handing out the most coveted prize: the Global Icon Award, presented to Janet Jackson, but before that, she slayed the stage with a medley performance.

Other performers at the annual show included Nicki Minaj, Jason Derulo, Hailee Steinfield, Panic! At The Disco, Bebe Rexha and more. Watch the performances below:

Hours after her new single "Made For Now" made its debut, Janet Jackson and Daddy Yankee stopped by 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' for the song's television debut and as usual, the iconic superstar killed it. Watch the performance below:

Pop royal Janet Jackson makes moves today not tomorrow in the world-traveling video for "Made For Now" featuring Daddy Yankee, the new single from her forthcoming album, which is still in the works and is expected to be released later this year. Watch below:

Global icon Janet Jackson beams on the July/August issue of ESSENCE magazine, where she is opening up about finding her joy through the years.

“When it comes to happiness, I’m no expert,” the 52-year superstar writes in the feature story. “I have only my life experience as a guide. I’ve known great happiness and great sadness. But I guess the key question is, What do I really know about happiness?”



In a heartfelt letter to readers, the ESSENCE Festival headliner answers that question with a level of candidness she has rarely shown before.

“In my forties: Like millions of women in the world, I still heard voices inside my head berating me, voices questioning my value,” Jackson shares. “Happiness was elusive. A reunion with old friends might make me happy. A call from a colleague might make me happy. But because sometimes I saw my failed relationships as my fault, I easily fell into despair.”



Despite the valleys, the 52-year-old entertainer has managed to navigate life with an enthusiasm and work ethic that’s difficult to match. Now she finds pieces of paradise in her relationship with God, the inspirational people she surrounds herself with, and in the presence of her 1-year-old son Eissa.

“The height of happiness is holding my baby son in my arms and hearing him coo, or when I look into his smiling eyes and watch him respond to my tenderness,” Jackson shares. “When I kiss him. When I sing him softly to sleep. During those sacred times, happiness is everywhere. Happiness is in gratitude to God. Happiness is saying, ‘Thank you, God, for my life, my energy and my capacity to grow in love.’ ” Take a behind-the-scenes look at her shoot below:

On January 3rd, Janet Jackson and her husband Wissam Al Mana welcomed their first child, a son named Eissa Al Mana, her representatives confirmed exclusively to PEOPLE.

"Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana are thrilled to welcome their new son Eissa Al Mana into the world," a rep for the singer, 50, says in a statement. "Janet had a stress-free healthy delivery and is resting comfortably." Congratulations to the music icon on her blessing!!!

While it was definitely not a well-kept secret, Janet Jackson officially confirmed that she and her husband Wissam Al Mana are expecting their first child and she shows off her growing baby bump in an exclusive photograph for PEOPLE magazine.

"We thank God for our blessing," says the 50-year-old singer, who is among this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The confirmation comes after she postponed her 'Unbreakable World Tour' in May to focus on "planning" a family. See the full photo below:

As rumors run rampant that she is expecting her first child, Janet Jackson releases the dance-heavy music video for "Dammn Baby", the latest single lifted from her eleventh studio album 'Unbreakable', which debuted No.1 in October 2015 (her seventh overall). Watch below:

Although fans will have to wait until 2017 for her to finish 'The Unbreakable World Tour', pop icon Janet Jackson will not keep her fans waiting that long for her new music video.

The 49-year-old diva has teased the upcoming music video for "Dammn Baby", the latest single lifted from her eleventh studio album 'Unbreakable', which debuted No.1 in October 2015 (her seventh overall) and has spawned the single "No Sleeep". Watch the short teaser beneath:

Keep the conversation going! #DammnBaby

A video posted by Janet Jackson (@janetjackson) on Apr 30, 2016 at 9:03pm PDT

Seven years after the release of her underrated ‘Discipline’ album, Janet Jackson makes a triumph return to the scene with ‘Unbreakable’, her eleventh studio album.

As evidence by her world tour, which kicked off in August and shares the album’s title, Jackson has once again reinvented herself by opting for a more demure approach this time around. Whether this change is tied to the conservative views of her billionaire husband Wissam Al Mana or simply Jackson embracing her position as a 49-year-old woman instead of trying defy it like some of her peers (Mariah Carey and Madonna), it is a welcomed change and sonically, it produces some rewarding results. Here are our top 5 moments and overall thoughts beneath:

Top 5 Moments from ‘Unbreakable’
5. “After You Fall”: With just a piano and her voice, Jackson captivates on the disc’s most minimal moment. Her voice has never soared or amazed like Whitney Houston or Celine Dion, but her success has rivaled (and maybe even surpassed) them because of her and producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’ awareness of what her voice is and what it does best. Whether it be a defiant anthem like “Nasty”, an overly-sexualized rampage like “Any Time, Any Place” or a traditional love ballad like “Again”, they always craft songs that bring out the best parts of her voice and that is undeniably evident here.

4. “Unbreakable”: Serving as the album’s opener and title track, it arises as a moving tribute to the fans that have stuck with her through thick and thin as she describes a love that survives the test of time and defies the odds in a way that doesn’t feel cliché. It stands as a humbling moment for the iconic singer, who openly gives her supporters credit (“The truth is I wouldn’t be here without the love I stand on”) and admits that for her it is the greatest love. It’s a connection that much like Jackson herself has proven to be “Unbreakable”, and while I think this would have been a poignant way to close out the set, the message still resonates.

3. “Dammn Baby”: Imparting her wisdom on the younger generation, here she seems to challenge artists to create their own trends instead of following them and to “get up off that grey line”. The message is cleverly wrapped in the midst of an infectious beat and hook that keeps it from coming off as cocky or rude, but it is a message that needs to be heard and her delivery is spot on.

2. “The Great Forever”: Utilizing her voice in a style that is reminiscent of her late brother Michael Jackson, she addresses the rumors surrounding her relationship with Al Mana and insists that the unsolicited opinions “don't mean nothing at all” and “doesn't change who I love”. The overall message is not simply to defend her relationship, but to encourage people to live their lives in a way that makes them the happiest and leads them to “The Great Forever”. Whatever that means to them.

1. “BURNITUP!”: The dance floor ready jam is equipped with the classic sound that we are accustomed to hearing from her, while simultaneously being current enough to fit in with today’s musical landscape. As always, Missy Elliott adds a fun and flirty fare to mix and it cultivates into one of, if not, the disc’s most enjoyable moment – certainly the most radio friendly.

Honorable Mention
“Broken Hearts Heal”: While “The Great Forever” may borrow vocal stylings from her brother, this is actually the song that is about him. She reflects on their childhood and references growing up with an abusive father (“We danced and sang our way through most anything”), while also acknowledging the bond that they shared as adults. But, it’s not a sad song and instead sees Jackson finding solace in the fact that one day they will see each other again.

“Night”: This funky groove recalls vintage Prince in the best way and Jackson is arguably the only artist besides the man himself that could effectively pull this off. It is a blast from the past of sorts, but still feels current and will undeniably find its place as a dance floor staple.


Final Verdict
With ‘Unbreakable’, Janet Jackson has accomplished just what she set out to do, which is to simply make music that continues to push boundaries and embody who she is as an artist. There is no need or desire to chase trends, because she created them, and while there are not a lot of commercial ambitious songs here, it still results in her most fulfilling set since the Super Bowl scandal.

Janet Jackson is back on top of the charts as 'Unbreakable' debuts atop the Billboard 200 and her reign at the top puts her in the history books as only the third artist (and the first black artist) to have No.1 albums in each of the last four decades

Barbra Streisand and Bruce Springsteen are the other two. Additionally, the album, which old 109,000 in pure album sales, marks her seventh chart-topper and among women that places her in third place for the most leaders behind Streisand (10) and Madonna (8).

The set, which is Jackson's first to be independently released by her Rhythm Nation label through BMG, also begins at No.1 on the Independent Albums chart and it should be noted that she accomplished all of this without any televised performances or media interviews. Congrats!!!

Music icon Janet Jackson, who released her first studio album in seven years with 'Unbreakable' on Friday, October 2nd and is currently on a world tour in support of the set, earns the honor of becoming Celebrity Bug's Featured Artist of the Month for October 2015.

The album has already produced a hit in the form of the J. Cole-assisted burner "No Sleeep", which has spent six weeks atop the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart and become her longest-running No. 1 on the chart, surpassing the five weeks that "I Get Lonely" spent at the top.

On October 2nd, Janet Jackson will release her highly-anticipated album, 'Unbreakable', and she has begun releasing some official details from the upcoming disc including the album artwork and the track list, which includes seventeen tracks on the standard edition.

Preceded by the J. Cole-assisted hit single "No Sleeep", which has already hit No.1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart, the album sees her reuniting with production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and features a collaboration with Missy Elliott. Peep the full list beneath:

Official 'Unbreakable' Track List

01. Unbreakable
02. BURNITUP! (feat. Missy Elliott)
03. Dammn Baby
04. The Great Forever
05. Shoulda Known Better
06. After You Fall
07. Broken Hearts Heal
08. Night
09. No Sleeep (feat. J Cole)
10. Dream Maker / Euphoria
11. 2 B Loved
12. Take Me Away
13. Promise
14. Lessons Learned
15. Black Eagle
16. Well Traveled
17. Gon B Alright

Exclusive Target Deluxe Edition
18. Promise of You
19. Love U 4 Life

While most stars over 40 are desperately pulling out all the stops to remain relevant and looking as desperate as they come, Janet Jackson keeps it simple and shows that there is no need to validate what has already been proven in the official video for "No Sleeep".

Featuring rapper J. Cole, the single serves as the first release from her forthcoming studio album and the Dave Meyers-directed video shows the icon slowly dancing around her house and letting her hair curls loose while singing the sultry tune. Watch the official music video beneath:

The winners for the 2015 BET Awards have been announced and as expected, leading nominee Chris Brown and Beyoncé emerged as the top winners with three trophies each including Best Male R&B/Pop Artist and Best Female R&B/Pop Artist respectively.

Nicki Minaj, who tied Brown as the leading nominee, also took home two awards including her sixth consecutive win for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, while Janet Jackson, Smokey Robinson and Tom Joyner were among the honorees. Peep the list of winners beneath:

2015 BET AWARDS : LIST OF WINNERS

Lifetime Achievement Award
Smokey Robinson

Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual
Janet Jackson

Humanitarian Award
Tom Joyner

FANdemonium Award
Chris Brown

Best New Artist
Sam Smith

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
Nicki Minaj

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
Kendrick Lamar

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
Beyoncé

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Chris Brown

Best Group
Rae Sremmurd

Best Collaboration
Common & John Legend – “Glory”

Best Actress
Taraji P. Henson

Best Actor
Terrence Howard

Youngstars Award
Mo’Ne Davis

Best Movie
Selma

Best Gospel Artist
Lecrae

Video of the Year
Beyoncé – “7/11″

Video Director of the Year
Beyoncé, Ed Burke & Todd Tourso

Sportswoman of the Year
Serena Williams

Sportsman of the Year
Stephen Curry

Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award
Nicki Minaj – “Only feat. Drake, Lil Wayne & Chris Brown)”

Centric Award
The Weeknd – “Earned It”

Janet Jackson received a superstar welcoming at the 2015 BET Awards as she was present the Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award and treated to fitting dance tribute from three of the stars of today that she influenced over her long-standing career.



Tinashe kicked it off with the iconic moves from the "Pleasure Principle" video, Jason Derulo journeyed back to 2001 for "All For You" and Ciara slayed the stage with one of her most memorable dance breaks from "If", before they all joined forces for "Rhythm Nation".

The return of Janet Jackson finally came to fruition when the superstar released "No Sleeep", the sultry lead single from her first studio album in seven years, which is rumored to be entitled 'Conversations In A Cafe'. Listen to the Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis-produced cut beneath:

Our prayer have been answered!!! Iconic superstar Janet Jackson will release her first album in seven years in the fall and a new single is rumored to hit airwaves in the next month.

The 49-year-old singer has formed her own record nlabel, Rhythm Nation Records, and will release the as-yet-untitled studio disc in partnership with BMG, with plans for an accompanying world tour to support the project already in the works. Read the press release beneath:

BMG TO RELEASE JANET JACKSON’S FIRST NEW ALBUM IN SEVEN YEARS THIS FALL 2015 THRU HER OWN RHYTHM NATION RECORDS

BMG is proud to announce that it will release the first album in seven years from Janet Jackson, icon, music artist, B.E.T honored, award-winning songwriter, producer, singer, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee and winner of the NAACP Best Supporting Actor award, publisher, dancer, businessperson, philanthropist and one of biggest-selling artists in popular music history.

The worldwide partnership with Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation will see the release in Fall 2015 of her first as-yet-untitled album and a commitment to pursue the full range of options within the broader Bertelsmann group of which BMG is part. With Rhythm Nation Janet Jackson becomes arguably the first female African-American recording artist to form her own record label. At Rhythm Nation Janet plans to offer a home to both new and established recording artists.

The partnership with BMG makes Janet Jackson the biggest worldwide superstar yet to quit the traditional record label system for a so-called artist services deal, designed to put artists in the driving seat. Unlike a traditional record deal, under an artist services deal the artist retains ownership of their recordings and full oversight of all costs and revenues.

With sales of over 160 million records worldwide, Janet Jackson stands as one of the best-selling artists of all time as well as one of the most awarded with a string of hits that have left an indelible impression on pop culture. Her lengthy string of hits has powerfully influenced popular music, leaving an indelible impression on pop culture and opening doors through which other top artists have followed, many acknowledging her impact on their musical perceptions.

Ms. Jackson’s May 16 announcement of an upcoming new album and a world tour via #ConversationsInACafe sent fans into a social media frenzy.

BMG CEO Hartwig Masuch said, “Janet is not just a supreme artist, she is a unique cultural force whose work resonates around the world. It is an honor that she has chosen BMG to release her long-awaited new album. We look forward to collaborating with her across every platform.”

Janet commented, “Thank you to the talented team at BMG, my new artistic home. The opportunity to be creative in music and every form of entertainment has great potential here.”

Jon Cohen, EVP of Recorded Music at BMG Chrysalis US said, “Janet is a cultural icon and pop star like no other. The release of her long-awaited new album will undoubtedly be one of the musical highlights of 2015. It is an honor to work with her.”

Janet began her career at the age of seven when she first performed with her family at the MGM in Las Vegas. The worldwide breakthrough came with her third album Control in 1986, her legendary collaboration with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis which created the musical fusion of pop, R&B, soul, dance, jazz, rock and rap which defines her unique sound. Control won four American Music Awards out of twelve nominations and was nominated for an Album of the Year at the Grammys.

Next came Rhythm Nation 1814, a socially-conscious album critiquing injustice, illiteracy, crime, drugs, and racial intolerance, which last year celebrated its 25th anniversary. It remains the only album yet to have launched number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 in three separate calendar years

1993’s janet sent her career into the stratosphere and brought the worldwide smash ‘That’s The Way Love Goes’. From 1995’s Design Of A Decade retrospective through studio albums The Velvet Rope, All For You and Discipline, Janet has continued to thrill and inspire her fans worldwide.

Janet Jackson is one of very few music artists to have also achieved a successful acting career. Initially known as a young TV star, her first three films opened at number one at the box office with her next two big screen projects opening in the top three. Janet’s music has also made an impact in the film world when the artist received an Academy Award Nomination in the Best Music, Original Song category.

Zach Katz, Chief Creative Officer, BMG Chrysalis US, said: “Janet’s list of achievements and accomplishments is truly staggering. She is a global artist whose career has touched on virtually every area of popular culture. Her new album will undoubtedly have a significant impact. We look forward to collaborating with her and Rhythm Nation to nurture a new generation of artists.”

Venus Brown, for BMG Chrysalis US added: “As die-hard fans of her work and of the musical jewels that Janet Jackson has bestowed upon the world, we are beyond thrilled that she has chosen BMG to be her new partner. Her music and her video and concert styling, particularly Rhythm Nation 1814, changed the course of pop music.”

The agreement with Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation Records is the latest high-profile milestone for the new BMG, just six-and-a-half years since its launch. Key to the BMG approach is a commitment to transparency and fairness to artists, typified by its Artist Services deals. Over the past year BMG has released albums by the likes of alt-J, The Smashing Pumpkins, Anastacia, Backstreet Boys, Nena, Bryan Ferry, You Me At Six and The Charlatans.

Janet Jackson is represented by William Morris Endeavor, Sterling Winters Company, attorneys Tom Hoberman and Don Steele, and JDJ Entertainment.

After a lengthy rest on the sidelines, our beloved Past Attack segment returns this week bigger and better than ever as we take a look back at Janet Jackson's iconic era for 'The Velvet Rope', her critically-acclaimed sixth studio album.

The history-making album, which debuted at No.1 on the Billboard 200 and ranks as the best of her career, spawn numerous hit singles including "Got Til It's Gone", "I Get Lonely", "Go Deep" and her most successful single, "Together Again".

Outside of the single releases, the Grammy Award-winning set saw Jackson taking on darker-toned and serious issues like homophobia, depression and domestic violence. Relive some of the best videos and performances of the mesmerizing era beneath:

It has been two decades since Janet Jackson release her groundbreaking fifth studio album 'janet.', and in an exclusive interview with Billboard, the icon reflects on the album awakening her sexually and the impact it had on society.

While speaking with the publication, the 47-year-old, who secretly married business tycoon Wissam Al Mana last year, also chatted about being a inspiration to other artist, her current favorite artists and confirms that a new album is in the works.

May 18 marks the 20th anniversary of "janet." How would you describe what that album captures about your life at that time?
I can’t believe it is already 20 years! I always write my music based on what is going on in my life at the time. I wanted to allow people in... I want my fans to really know me. The ‘janet’ album was sexual and I was beginning to really discover that side of me.

Although you worked primarily with Jimmy and Terry again on "janet.," you explore a lot of different genres on that album - from dance to soul to rock to opera on "This Time." Did you have to fight to keep some of the bolder songs on there - was anyone telling you this wasn't "pop" enough?
I’ve been exposed to all types of great music. I like to collaborate on my music. The creative process is fun and you get a lot of ideas from having discussions about it. Ultimately, the final decision is mine.

There are musical references and direct samples of janet. songs all over the place now, most notably on Kendrick Lamar's "Poetic Justice." Have you heard most of these re-interpretations (Moon Boots' "Sugar," which samples "If," How To Dress Well's cover of "Again," MNEK's "That's The Way Love Goes" etc?) And how does it feel to see your work have such impact on new artists?
I have listened to the music that is out there and I love Kendrick’s "Poetic Justice." There are artists, true performers that have come before me who have been a big inspiration to me. I hope I do the same for others.

Several of the songs on janet. and their accompanying videos were groundbreaking at the time for their overt sexuality. Why was it so important for you to express that part of yourself in your work, and how did you convince others around you at the time to let you take those risks?
Like I said before, I write about my experiences or things that touch me deeply. I was really beginning to get in tune with my sexual self. This is what I wanted to express so I did. The decision to move forward in an artistic way is mine. I didn’t need to convince anyone.

The videos and tour for "janet." featured some iconic choreography from Tina Landon, most notably on 'If.' Do you have a favorite dance or video from that period?
Tina Landon and Omar Lopez choreographed "If". I love "That’s The Way Love Goes," "You Want This" and especially "If." I don’t think people really realize what we were showing in that video that wasn’t available with technology then. The video featured futuristic technology, specifically high definition touch screens. I wanted the actors in the video to use these screens to communicate, and relate with each other in the clubs. Similar to what we all do with our smart phones and tablets today. As I look at our lives now, it seems that life is imitating art. I have seen different elements from all of these videos in lots of artists work and it’s a great feeling to know that you have inspired them in such a way.

Many artists cite you as a role model and a huge influence on their career and image. Which artists today do you admire?
I'm flattered that other artists consider me a role model. I’m really enjoying what Bruno Mars and Adele are doing, a lot of artistry there.

It’s been five years since your last album, and nearly four since your last single. Have you been working on new music, and when can we expect it if so?
I am working on a new project now. We are creating the concept and initial thoughts on the music. I am excited about the direction we are taking. I don’t want to rush it… I don’t want to put a time constraint on the creative process.

Janet Jackson's interview on the talk show 'Anderson', has finally aired in full and it sees the pop beauty open up about the death of Whitney Houston, her weight struggles, her brand representative for Nutrisystem and so much more.

Watch the 5x-Grammy winner update fans and the public on her projects below: