Janet Jackson’s return to television is one of the most anticipated in recent years. She’ll be returning to the stage for the first time in seven years! The multi-platinum, iconic artist will be performing at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards shortly before taking the stage with CMC. There, she’ll be presented with the illustrious Icon Award! If so, it would be a huge moment for Jackson, whose last live TV appearance was at that same awards show in 2018.
The time and date of the Billboard Music Awards hasn’t yet been revealed, but stay tuned! We’re looking forward to a great show, hosted by Jennifer Lopez! Jackson’s performance will honor her groundbreaking career and accomplishments. The show will pay tribute to her late brother, Michael Jackson with a special tribute performance of “Together Again.”
A Historic Career
Janet Jackson, half a century into an extraordinary career, has always been a dynamic force of musical contribution and cultural celebration. In doing so, she’s had an extraordinary career. She’s received five Grammy Awards, 11 Billboard Music Awards, and 11 American Music Awards. Her impact is still felt today as her legacy spans generations and she is still a force in defining the sound of pop and R&B music.
Jackson’s 2001 hit single “Someone To Call My Lover” recently returned to the top… surprising its artist, and everyone else. After an incredible 24-year absence, it’s back on the Billboard charts. This unforeseen comeback speaks to her profound and prolific ability to remain relevant. Proof that her music has an ageless quality.
Recent Performances
Jackson will be showing what he can do at the Billboard Music Awards this Sunday. At the same time, she’s been stimulating the cultural economy with her ongoing Vegas residency. She’s electrified audiences with her violin prowess. Whether she’s performing old school bangers such as “Control,” “What Have You Done for Me Lately,” or her newest hit, “Make Me,” she’s always the showstopper. She stole the show at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2009. Later that year, she completely blew everyone away with her voice at the American Music Awards.
In 2018, Jackson received the Icon Award at the Billboard Music Awards. She was so talented and charming that she won not only the audience but the Board. Recent winners of this award include 2013 winner Rihanna and 2022 awardee Lionel Richie.
Honoring Legacy
This next performance will bring the house down, and audience members will be witnesses to a living legend’s remarkable discoveries and creations on Jackson’s upcoming career. It will honor her late brother, Michael Jackson. Although he died in June of 2009, his influence on music and culture will be felt for years to come. Janet’s heartfelt tribute during her performance of “Together Again” is expected to resonate with fans and honor their shared legacy.
