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