Janet Jackson through the years

Pop singers and siblings Janet Jackson and Michael Jackson take a break during a portrait session on July 7, 1978, in Los Angeles. Janet’s first album would be released in 1982.

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Sept. 30, 2015 4:26 PM PT

Janet Jackson was born in 1966, the youngest of nine children. Her father, Joe Jackson, corraled Janet’s talented brothers and launched the famous Jackson 5. Janet’s third studio album, “Control,” which she released in 1986, catapulted her into pop stardom and set the stage for decades of iconic work.

1990 | 'Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814'

After the release of her fourth studio album, “Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814,” Jackson performs in New York as part of her first headlining concert tour.

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Jackson sings best original song nominee “Again,” from John Singleton’s film “Poetic Justice,” in which she also starred.

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1995 | 'Scream' nominated for MTV Video Music Award

Janet Jackson and Rene Elizando arrive at Radio City Music Hall for the MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 7, 1995. Jackson, along with brother Michael, was nominated for best video of the year for “Scream.”

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Janet Jackson in concert at the Forum on Aug 20. 1998, as part of her Velvet Rope World Tour.

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Jackson covers her breast after Justin Timberlake tore off part of her costume during the Super Bowl halftime show. Despite public apologies, her career suffered after the incident.

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Janet returned to her theatrical roots in 2007, starring in Tyler Perry’s “Why Did I Get Married?” The film exceeded expectations, becoming No. 1 at the box office opening weekend and earning $21.5 million.

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