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Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson

Timeline of Janet Jackson, a globally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress known for her groundbreaking contributions to music and entertainment. With an iconic career spanning decades, she has continuously pushed boundaries and inspired generations with her talent and creativity.

Born:

May 16, 1966

Place:

Gary, Indiana, United States

Title:

Singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer

Education:

The Valley Professional School in Los Angeles, where she studied alongside her siblings while pursuing her career in entertainment.
16May
1966
16 May 1966

Birth of Janet Jackson

Janet Damita Jo Jackson was born in Gary, Indiana, as the youngest of ten children, to Katherine Esther and Joseph Walter Jackson.

21September
1982
21 September 1982

Debut Album 'Janet Jackson'

Janet Jackson released her self-titled debut album, 'Janet Jackson,' which was produced by soul singer Angela Winbush and fostered her transition into the music industry.

04February
1986
04 February 1986

Release of 'Control'

Janet Jackson's third studio album, 'Control', was released, representing her breakthrough in the music industry, with hit singles such as 'Nasty' and 'When I Think of You'.

19September
1990
19 September 1990

Release of 'Rhythm Nation 1814'

Her socially conscious album 'Rhythm Nation 1814' was released, which addressed racial harmony and other societal issues and became the best-selling album of 1990.

18May
1993
18 May 1993

Release of 'janet.'

The album 'janet.' was released, presenting a public image shift through a sexier and more openly expressive persona, with hits like 'That's the Way Love Goes'.

01February
2004
01 February 2004

Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show Controversy

The Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy occurred when Jackson's breast was exposed by Justin Timberlake in a wardrobe malfunction, leading to widespread discourse and a crackdown on indecency in broadcasting.

02October
2015
02 October 2015

Release of 'Unbreakable'

The release of her eleventh studio album, 'Unbreakable', saw Jackson's return to music after a seven-year hiatus, with the album debuting at number one on the Billboard 200.

02May
2019
02 May 2019

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

Janet Jackson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, acknowledging her influence and significance in music history.

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