Biography
Who is Janet Jackson?
Early life and background
Janet Damita Jo Jackson was born on May 16, 1966, in Gary, United States. She grew up as the youngest of ten children in the Jackson family. Her parents were Katherine Jackson and Joe Jackson. Her siblings include Michael, La Toya, Rebbie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon Jackson.
As a child, she worked in television acting before pursuing a full career in music. She appeared in television shows such as Good Times, Diff'rent Strokes, and Fame during the 1970s and 1980s.
Rise to stardom
After parting ways with her family in business affairs, Janet Jackson signed with A&M Records. She achieved global stardom with her third studio album, Control, released in February 1986. The project reached number one on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple top five hit singles.
She followed this success with Rhythm Nation 1814 in 1989. The album made chart history by landing seven singles in the top five positions of the US Billboard Hot 100.
Career highlights and music
Throughout her career, Janet released numerous albums including Janet, The Velvet Rope, and All for You. She earned her tenth US number-one single with the title track from All for You in 2001.
Her accolades include multiple Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Her Together Again Tour in 2023 and 2024 became the highest-grossing tour of her career.
Personal life and family
Janet Jackson has been married to James DeBarge, René Elizondo Jr., and Wissam Al Mana. She has one child named Eissa Al Mana.
She is recognized as one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with estimated sales of over 100 million records worldwide.
Birthday and age
Janet Jackson was born on May 16, 1966, which makes Janet 60 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Janet shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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