Lifetime has added exclusive Janet Jackson footageSaturday night to its second installment in the four-part documentary on the pop icon.
Parts 1 and 2 of the first evening of the series aired on Friday night. They featured Jackson’s story from growing up in the shadows with her brothers to becoming a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
Saturday’s viewers learned more about Jackson and her team, including how they created her incredible stage show and memorable visual aesthetic. They were also informed about the business decisions that took place behind the scenes for the sold-out shows and the many awards they received.
They also discovered how Jackson’s growing up in the spotlight affected her relationship with her body, and how her legal issues impacted her career.
Interviews with Jackson’s creative and romantic partners and family members, including Mariah carey and Janelle Monae , Jermaine dupri and Jimmy Jam . She also presented details about her work in the Studio onstage and onscreen.
They also shared intimate details about the star’s resilience and how she navigates the difficulties associated with stardom.
Below are ten things that we learned from Lifetime’s Janet Jackson documentary parts 3 and 4.
01Janet was Financially Punished for Her Brother’s Case. The Grammy winner disclosed that she missed out on an advertisement campaign with Coca-Cola because of allegations of child sexual assault against her brother Michael Jackson. She said that she was actually about to sign the deal with Coca-Cola when that first allegation emerged. “Coca-Cola responded, ‘No thank You’ when that information was made public.
02
Janet’s Early Success Leads To A Bidding Wars
Control was Jackson’s last album on A&M. After its huge success, she received numerous offers from major record labels. Jimmy Jam, a producer, said that Jackson was wanted by all major labels at that time.
03
The Voyage To Virgin Was Begin On A Rocky Start
Although box braids and Black Love will always be a winning combination, not everyone understood the implications. Jackson decided to make a John Singleton movie instead of running into the studio right after signing her contract. This caused some friction. The film was a success and her song for the soundtrack was a huge hit. Jimmy Jam said, “I believe Poetic Justice is something she needed as an artist.”
04
Jackson Had to Bind Her Chest In Order To Play Penny
Jackson said that as a child, she was physically bound to cover the bulging breasts of her chest. Jackson recalled that she was physically bound to cover her chest as a child, and received criticism from her parents and well-meaning teasing by her brothers. These experiences led to body problems that remained with her all her adult life.
05
She advised Justin Timberlake against making a statement after #NippleGate
Timberlake was criticized by the public for a late apology. However, she said that she accepted his inaction. After their Super Bowl appearance, she said that she had told Jackson she didn’t want “any drama”. She recalled telling him that “they’re aiming it at me.” “If I was you, I wouldn’t say any.”
06
Jermaine dupri resigned from the Grammy Board over their treatment of Jackson
He didn’t want to be part of an organization that would exclude his girlfriend from their biggest night.
07
The “Scream” Video Shoot was “Competitive”
Jackson called the famous shoot “competitive” due to label antics such as insisting on seperating star siblings. She said, “I wanted it felt like old times between me and him and it didn’t,” with a wistful smile.
08
Jackson Grew to Appreciate Her Father’s Contributions to Her Career
Jackson explained that her first letter was about her professional and personal rebellions. However, Jackson also shared that Jackson had the chance to thank her father for his efforts in preserving the family’s name before he died. He was able to see her son and they were at peace.
09
Not everyone loved The ‘Janet Cover’
Rebbie Jackson said she didn’t love Janet’s iconic album cover as much the fans. She said, “I didn’t like it and my mother really didn’t like it.”
10
We Might Be Getting Less Janet Soon
Star popped out to share her Black Diamond album, but she intends to return to being a mommy. She exclaimed, “I love my job!”
