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12 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About Janet Jackson

May 16, 2013 - 7:25 pm by Desire Thompson

VIBE's Queen of Pop Janet Jackson turns 47 today (May 16). And with her memorable music videos and iconic hits, the singer, author, producer and actress has had a sturdy career. In celebration of her big day, check out these little known facts about the living legend.

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In an effort not to overshadow his little sister's legendary $32 million dollar deal with Virgin Records in 1991, Micheal allegedly held off on the announcement of his billion dollar record deal.

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Janet's emotions in Why Did I Get Married 2 were triggered by Micheal's passing.

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Janet's debut album, Janet Jackson is 31 years old.

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Her self-help book True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself is a New York Times Best Seller.

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She doesn't get why people obsess over her cheeks:

"I can’t believe people would pay to have their cheeks done like these. I hate my cheeks, they've been like this since I was a kid. They’re just like my dad’s, but I have more meat on them and they’ll hurt when I smile.”
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She has over four piercings: Her ears, septum, navel, nipples, and the love below.

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Janet is the subject of several songs from Usher's diamond album Confessions, thanks to Jermaine Dupri.

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Janet passed up "Boys" and "Slave 4 U," two of Britney Spears' biggest singles.

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Word has it that the chair scene in "Miss You Much" was done in one take.

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Janet is the only artist to have Grammy nominations in Dance, Pop, Rap, R&B, and Hip Hop.

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The only group cover Janet has in her many mag covers features fellow divas Beyonce and Mary J. Blige for Essence.

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Before marrying Janet, Wissam Al Mana called her his "Dream Woman": "I don't date Janet Jackson. She is my girlfriend; there is a difference. She is a very special and talented woman who never ceases to amaze me."

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