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Janet Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Kevin Hart to Headline Essence Festival of Culture
Janet Jackson, Kevin Hart and Nicki Minaj are among the headliners announced for this summer’s Essence Festival of Culture
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Janet Jackson Addresses Rumors She Had a Secret Baby in the ‘80s
Janet Jackson is setting the record straight on long-standing rumors that she welcomed a baby in the ‘80s with her then-husband, James DeBarge.
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Janet Jackson Reflects on Super Bowl Incident: It's Still ‘Tough' to Talk About
In a new interview with Allure, Janet Jackson opened up about relying on her “foundation” after the wardrobe malfunction heard ’round the world during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show
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Recording Registry Adds Albums by Janet Jackson, Nas
Janet Jackson’s socially conscious album “Rhythm Nation 1814,” Louis Armstrong’s jazzy “When the Saints Go Marching In” and Nas’ debut release “Illmatic” are among 25 recordings being inducted to the National Recording Registry.
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Timberlake Apologizes to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson
In a lengthy social media post, Justin Timberlake says that he wants to apologize to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson “because I care for and respect these women and I know I failed.”
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Janet Jackson's 2020 Tour Includes Chicago Stop
Janet Jackson announced her North American tour on Monday with a stop in Chicago set for July. The 2020 Black Diamond World Tour, named after her upcoming album, will feature new music and some of her greatest hits off her 12 multi-platinum albums. The concert will also have a special performance of “Rhythm Nation 1814,” which recently celebrated its 30th…
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‘Tonight': Janet Jackson Reveals Story Behind ‘Nasty'
Janet Jackson shares stories about recording her breakout album, “Control,” reveals the catcalling event that inspired “Nasty,” and explains why she used to wear a key on her earring.
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Runs in the Family: Blue Ivy Now an Award-Winning Songwriter
At just 7, Blue Ivy Carter is an award-winning songwriter. Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s daughter won the Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award at Sunday’s Soul Train Awards for co-writing her mom’s hit “Brown Skin Girl,” a song celebrating dark- and brown-skinned women.
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Janet Jackson, 50 Cent to Perform at Saudi Arabia Concert Despite Human Rights Concerns
Janet Jackson and rappers 50 Cent and Future have been added to the lineup for the Jeddah World Fest, the concert in Saudi Arabia that Nicki Minaj pulled out of after human rights organizations urged the rapper to cancel her appearance.
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Michael Jackson's Popularity Endures, Even After New Scandal
The documentary “Leaving Neverland” presented a disturbing depiction of Michael Jackson as a child molester, but the initial wave of negative publicity hasn’t greatly diminished the King of Pop’s image or the enduring popularity of his music. Many believe Jackson’s musical legacy is still going strong as Tuesday’s 10th anniversary of his death approaches. Backlash to the documentary that aired...
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Michael Jackson's Popularity Endures, Even After New Scandal
The documentary “Leaving Neverland” presented a disturbing depiction of Michael Jackson as a child molester, but the initial wave of negative publicity hasn’t greatly diminished the King of Pop’s image or the enduring popularity of his music. Many believe Jackson’s musical legacy is still going strong as Tuesday’s 10th anniversary of his death approaches. Backlash to the documentary that aired...
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Shania Twain Set to Party Again in Vegas With New Residency
Since Shania Twain launched her first residency in Las Vegas seven years ago, Sin City has been invaded with contemporary pop stars, from Lady Gaga to Drake to Christina Aguilera, jumping on the residency trend. Even Cardi B has plans for a short-term Vegas residency this year. “I know! What are these people (doing) jumping on my bandwagon?” a smiling...
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Missy Elliott, in Tears, Gets Inducted Into Songwriters Hall
Missy Elliott, the creative mastermind who has written hit songs for a number of female acts and created camaraderie among women in the music industry for more than two decades, felt the love back from her musical sisters as she became the first female rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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John Singleton's Daughter Disputes That He's In a Coma
The daughter of “Boyz N the Hood” director John Singleton disputed his mother’s account that he’s in a coma in a court filing Friday, saying that he’s recovering from an April 17 stroke.
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John Singleton of ‘Boys N the Hood' in Coma After Stroke
“Boyz N the Hood” director John Singleton is in a coma at a Los Angeles hospital eight days after suffering a major stroke, court papers filed Thursday showed. The 51-year-old director’s condition was revealed in a court filing from his mother, Shelia Ward, who is requesting she be immediately appointed his temporary conservator to make medical and financial decisions for...
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Jackson, Def Leppard Headline 2019 Class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
Janet Jackson headlines the seven musical acts being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at Barclay’s Center Friday night. The Cure, Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks, Radiohead, Roxy Music and The Zombies are also joining the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Beyonce, Jay-Z Honor Planned at GLAAD Media Awards
Beyonce and Jay-Z are getting recognized for achievements outside of music: The power couple will be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards for accelerating LGBTQ acceptance.
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Janet Jackson to Launch Las Vegas Residency in May
Janet Jackson announced Tuesday that she’s launching a residency in Sin City later this year. The pop icon will have 15 shows in May, July and August at the Park Theater at Park MGM resort. Tickets for the residency, called Metamorphosis, go on sale Saturday.
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Janet Jackson, Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks Join Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Janet Jackson joins her brother Michael and the Jackson 5 as members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, earning induction on Thursday along with Stevie Nicks and the top fan vote-getter, Def Leppard. Radiohead, the Cure, Roxy Music and the Zombies will also be ushered in next spring at the 34th induction ceremony. It will be held March...
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Elliott, Hynde and Gill up for Songwriters Hall of Fame
Missy Elliott, one of rap’s greatest voices and also a songwriter and producer who has crafted songs for Beyonce and Whitney Houston, is one of the nominees for the 2019 Songwriters Hall of Fame.