Miss Janet Is Not Performing

Janet Jackson won't perform at tribute shows

By Courtney Hazlett
The Scoop
msnbc.com
updated 3:26 p.m. ET, Tues., July 21, 2009

Janet Jackson is not planning on performing at the Michael Jackson tribute concerts planned for London's O2 arena Aug. 29 and 30.

A rep for Jackson called any rumors that she'd be there "false." This comes as a surprise to some of those involved in the planning of the tribute. "Over the weekend there was talk of Janet being the surprise opening act," said one person inside the tour.

Not participating in the tribute feels strange at first blush, since plans are in place for Janet's brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon to participate. A family friend says that her decision is proof that Janet is able to separate her life from her brothers'.

"Janet has plenty going on as it is - she's filming a movie ("Why Did I Get Married Too," in Atlanta) and she's involved in Michael's kids' lives. These concerts are not about her and she respects that," said a family friend. "She's always been independent.

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Janet Jackson Wants MJ's Kids

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."

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Janet Jackson, Sisters Thank Fans After Michael Jackson Memorial

After appearing with their family at the Michael Jackson memorial at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Tuesday, the singer's sisters — Janet, La Toya and Rebbie — also addressed the fans at the Nokia Theater nearby, where several thousand fans who did not receive tickets to the Staples Center watched the tribute to the late King of Pop.

The oldest Jackson child, Rebbie, thanked the crowd for all the support they've showed the Jackson family since Michael's unexpected death nearly two weeks ago. "We are extremely grateful for all the support. We love you all," she said in a video posted on TMZ Wednesday (July 8), adding, "One more thing, I want to thank the city [of Los Angeles] and all the support we've received from everyone."

LaToya also addressed the crowd in the longest of the three statements, saying that Michael always appreciated his fans and also thanked them for showing everyone they still care about the late pop icon. "I just wanted to let you all know that you have been very, very supportive, and as you well know Michael loved his fans more than anybody in the whole world."

She added that her brother "has always said that his family is first and his fans are second, and I know that he'd be so happy that you're here supporting him. And he's watching every last one of you. I just want to thank you all for being there for him. He loves you all very much."

However, the speech that got the biggest response was a short and sweet one from Janet that echoed her tearful comments at the BET Awards last week.

"I just want to say, once again thank you for all your love and all of your support and Michael will live in all of our hearts forever."

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Janet Jackson's Tribute To MJ

Janet Jackson gave a moving speech at the 2009 BET Awards.

"My entire family wanted to be here tonight but it was just too painful, so they elected me to speak to all of you. I'm going to keep it very short. To you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family. And he will forever will live in all of our hearts. On behalf of my family, and myself, thank you for all of your love. Thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much."


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Ms. Jackson let Hobbit Impregnate Her?

Is she or isn't she?

The Janet Jackson baby rumors are swirling afresh after some red carpet loose talk from longtime beau Jermain Dupri.

The pregnancy rumors erupted after Jackson, 42, canceled several tour dates in October due to a mystery illness.

The singer and Dupri, 36, have reportedly said they want to get married and have a child before it's too late.

Those things stirred together stoked the baby gossip.

At the recent grand opening for the SLS hotel in Los Angeles, Dupri told Hollyscoop that Jackson was doing fine post-illness, and also dodged questions about a prospective visit from the stork.

"No, Ya'll stop saying that, when she gets pregnant everyone will know," he said.

Hmm, so is she or isn't she?

It's probably a safe bet that we won't know until the bump starts to show.

And according to Jackson, motherhood is certainly on the horizon. "Everyone tells me that there will never be a good time, that I will always be busy, but I just think when the stars are aligned it will happen," she told Sister 2 Sister magazine.
In other words, keep your eyes peeled for a celestial happening, then check back.

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Mom of Accuser Admits Fraud

What people do for money?

The mother of a boy who claimed Michael Jackson molested him, leading to last years' sensational trial drama, pleased no contest Monday to welfare fraud.

In California, pleading "no contest" is like admitting that you're sorry ass is guilty.

The 38-year-old woman, whose name by marriage is Janet Jackson, was ordered to perform 150 hours of community service and repay more than $8,600 to the county social services department.

Superior Court Judge Barbara Johnson told the woman her charge will be reduced to a misdemeanor if she pays restitution and completes the community service. She is scheduled to be sentenced April 27, prosecutors said.

Janet Jackson's defense attorney Particia J. Hattersley cited that her client had a valid defense but chose to plead no contest so she can move on with her life.

Now that's so funny. What valid defense? Craziness?

Defense attorney also mentioned that "she doesn't want to put her family and her children through a major trial".

Double funny. This woman, Janet Jackson, is an opportunist bitch pretty much in the league of K-Fed, Anna Nicole Smith and Heather Miller.

Now that's credibility for you. I swear!

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