Janet Jackson is one of the most recognizable celebrities in the world.
The youngest member of a famous family, she emerged to become a star in her own right.
Here are some of the most compelling moments that have made up the stunning transformation of Janet Jackson.
Janet Jackson’s beginnings
Despite her superstar status today, Janet Jackson had a very humble beginning.
This image stayed with her for many years to come.
While they likely had high hopes, the effort peaked at number 84 on the pop charts.
Her second album,Dream Street, didn’t do any better.
Fortunately, Jackson didn’t give up.
The hard work seemed to pay off, though, by the time Jackson released her third album.
Released in 1986, the album hit no.
Track after track confronted important issues and Jackson emerged as a socially conscious artist.
It was a gamble to reinvent herself yet again forRhythm Nation 1814,but it paid off.
Clearly, she was on to something.
1 on the Billboard 200, a first for a female artist.
AsRolling Stonereported, “Everything Janet Jackson does is important.
And even more endearing was the fact that her song “Again” was written for the movie.
Incredibly,she donated a portionof the proceeds to the American Foundation for AIDS Research.
She said, “In the third grade and fourth grade I used to dress up like her.
I know all the kids at my school thought I was trying to be grown up.
I had the lipstick, had the hair even had some leather boots.
But at that time they weren’t real leather.
But I tried.”
You know you’re a true icon when Queen Bey’s trying to copy you!
Both were slated to appear at the 46th Grammy Awards but Jackson’s invitation was rescinded.
The controversy also derailed the release of herDamita Joalbum in March 2004.
Her performance was praised and shewonfor Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture at the NAACP Image Awards.
And Janet Jackson didn’t hesitate to speak up on her brother’s behalf.
And he will forever live in all of our hearts.
We miss him so much.”
Months later, shededicated her performanceof “Scream” to her brother at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.
“She elaborated, saying, “I was very, very sad.
Couldn’t get up sometimes.
Janet Jackson has paid it forward
Over the years, Janet Jackson’s weight has fluctuated wildly.
As she empowered herself, she also empowered others.
She launched herUnbreakablealbum through her label Rhythm Nation, followed by a world tour.
The opportunity to be creative in music and every form of entertainment has great potential here.”
The couple welcomed son, Eissa, on Jan. 3, 2017, but split soon after.
Instead, Jackson shed the extra pounds by committing to an exercise regimen and working tirelessly toward her goal.
Added Sybliss, “[It was] very intense, though.
Very intense training.”
As the trainer toldE!
Tonight I feel moved to speak for women whose voices have been stifled.”
Women who have been gagged, both literally and emotionally.
Women who have been abused.
Women who have been intimidated.
Women who have lived in fear."
Added Jackson, “I stand with you.
You are my sisters.”
Added Dr. Schimpf, “Janet’s nose also appears to have undergone a significant transformation.”
However, others are impressed with Jackson’s rumored plastic surgery.
One Twitter userpraised the songstress, tweeting, “She is a plastic surgery success story for sure!
Looking good as hell.”
