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Janet Jackson

  • Born May 16, 1966Gary Indiana, singer, Michael's sister (Control)
  • March 14, 19904th Soul Train Music Awards: Soul II Soul, Janet Jackson
  • March 11, 1991Janet Jackson signs $40M 3 album deal with Virgin records
  • February 1, 2004Janet Jackson's breast is exposed during the half-time show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, resulting in US broadcasters adopting a stronger adherence to FCC censorship guidelines.
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Janet Jackson, born on May 16, 1966, in Gary, Indiana, is an American singer and a prominent figure in pop and R&B music. She is the sister of Michael Jackson and rose to fame with her album "Control." Janet Jackson has been recognized for her influential music career, including notable appearances such as the 4th Soul Train Music Awards in 1990.

In 1991, she signed a significant $40 million deal with Virgin Records for three albums, marking a major milestone in her career. Janet Jackson is also known for a controversial moment during the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show in 2004, which led to stricter broadcasting censorship guidelines in the United States.

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