Category: Janet Jackson
Janet Jackson Writing Tell-All Book
How timely.
According to In Touch Weekly, Janet Jackson is writing a tell-all book about her famous family. The singer is having a hard time dealing with the death of her brother, Michael Jackson, and is writing the book to help her heal.
The subjects covered will range from her weight and self esteem issues to growing up Jackson.
She is going to talk about Michael's death and how it's affected her and his children and the rest of the family… A lot of it will focus on her battle with self-esteem and weight.
"She's a huge success. But that's not always what she has seen when she looks in the mirror, so the book will talk about how she has coped, and about her family relationships. She wants to help other young women out there.
Would you be interested in reading Janet's book?
Janet Jackson And Jermaine Dupri Split
Poor Janet! Not only has she had to cope with the untimely death of her brother, Michael Jackson, but she was also dealing with the end of her seven-year relationship to Jermaine Dupri (at least, according to some of Jermaine's friends). Jermaine's conspicuous absence at Michael's memorial was explained as "he doesn't go to funerals," but it looks like there was more to it than that.
"They have been moving in different directions for a while.
"You shouldn't mix business with pleasure," a mutual pal explains.
(Dupri produced several tracks on her last two CDs.) "Janet felt their
lives were too crossed and they should have kept things separate."
On top of that, Janet and Jermaine were apparently "polar opposites."
"Jermaine likes to be out there, mingling with everybody, and Janet's more shy."
Janet reportedly is keeping herself busy caring for Michael's kids while mourning his death.
"She's devastated," an insider says. "She's busy caring for Michael's kids. Janet's the family's backbone."
Janet's rep could not be reached for comment.
It seems odd that Janet and Jermaine would reach this conclusion after seven years together, but maybe it's for the best. Sometimes things just don't work out.
Photos by INF
Fact Or Fiction: Janet Jackson Wants Custody Of Michael Jackson's Kids
Rumor has it that Janet Jackson wants custody of Michael Jackson’s three children.
The late ‘Man in the Mirror’ star had reportedly discussed his wishes for his kids - Prince Michael I, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael II, seven, known as ‘Blanket’ – in the event of his death and was even planning to draft a new will to amend custody details.
A source said:
“There was a lot of rifts in the family, but Janet was the one person he spoke to regularly and he made sure the children kept in touch with her too.
“Ultimately, he wanted Janet to look after the children, with help from his mother Katherine, and was planning to draft a new will to reflect those wishes. He trusted Janet implicitly.“When he had health concerns, he had a talk with Janet about how much she meant to him and the children, and how if anything happened to him, he wanted her to make sure the children would be loved and cared for in the same way he was raising them. She told him of course she would.”
Michael’s most recent will, written in 2002, named Katherine as the children’s guardian but Janet – who accompanied the children to their family home to retrieve their belongings after the singer’s death last month – has the support of her siblings in taking over as primary carer.
The source added to Britain’s Grazia magazine:
“The family think this could be a great idea – they are supportive of Katherine, but although she is in good health, she is nearly 80 and they are worried she is not up to the task.
“Janet is blossoming into a woman with tremendous untapped maternal instincts. The children automatically turn to her for comfort and direction.”
Winners From The 2009 BET Awards Plus Michael Jackson Tribute
Tributes to Michael Jackson dominated the BET Awards last night.
Joe Jackson - the father of the 50-year-old pop legend, was one of the first to pay homage to his son, speaking about him on the red carpet at Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium.
"I wish the world had recognized him when he was living. Right now, he's bigger than ever. But I wish he was here to see all this, to hear all this."
Janet Jackson also made an appearance, and thanked Michael's fans for all their support in the wake of his passing.
"My entire family wanted to be here tonight, but it was just too painful so they elected me to speak with all of you.
"I would just like to say that to you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family, and he will forever live in all of our hearts.
"On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all your love - thank you for all your support. We miss him so much."
Jamie Fox hosted the show, and entered wearing a red leather jacket in a nod to Michael's costume in the music promo for 'Beat It'.
After the event opened to a medley of Jackson 5 songs - including 'ABC' and 'The Love You Save' - Jamie walked onto the stage to 'Beat It'.
He said:
"No need to be sad. We want to celebrate this black man. We are going to go through all of Michael Jackson."
The singer-and-actor also performed Michael's signature dance move the moonwalk and performed the Jackson 5 hit 'I'll Be There' alongside Stevie Wonder and Ne-Yo as images of the late King of Pop flashed up on a big screen.
Complete list of winners at the BET Awards:
Janet Jackson And Jermaine Dupri Out In New York
Pleasure principle, oh oh oh oh ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Sorry.
Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri were spotted leaving the Waverly Inn in New York City last night. Janet accessorized her all black out with a few red pieces giving her look a little pop!
It's always nice to see this couple out and about. They've been together for SO long and Janet... well, she's one of the great ones.
Photos by INF
Morning Links
Janet Jackson was spotted leaving Mahiki in London.
Check out what my cyber friends are writing about.
Paris Hilton is up for a very prestigious award. (D-listed)
Victoria Beckham gets a magazine cover as a consolation prize. (Lainey Gossip)
What do you think of this First Lady fashion statement??? (Just Jared)
Bridget Marquardt does Australia in a tiny gold bikini. (Drunken Stepfather, Site NSFW)
Megan Fox feels herself up on set. (IDLYITW)
In honor of my mother...Patty Smyth and Scandal are coming back with an album after a 25 year hiatus! (Spinner)
Selita Ebanks joins Marisa Miller in St. Barts showing off their great bikini bods. (Bastardly)
Audrina Patridge drives a serious hotrod. (Hollywoodtuna)
Suri Cruise is pretty much the Queen of NYC. (Cityrag)
Paul Walker! YAY, he still exists, and better yet, he's shirtless at the beach! (Celebslam)
Photos by Wenn.com
Janet Jackson Found!
We can literally go MONTHS without seeing a picture of Janet Jackson. So when I found these shots of the singer hanging out in London, I just had to snag them right up! Here she is with her bodyguards leaving the Mahiki night club in London.
Check out her pants and boots! She really knows how to change it up. The girl can go from sexy and frilly to rugged and raw.
Photos by INF
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