Image Courtesy Mary Ellen Matthews/UniversaFollowing early speculation from industry insiders, Janet Jackson is now confirmed to attend this weekend’s BET Awards, where she’ll receive the first-ever Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award.
The network announced the iconic singer will be honored during the 15th annual show at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m. Before receiving her trophy, Janet will witness an all-star dance tribute that’ll include Chris Brown, Ciara, Tinashe and Jason Derulo.
“This is Janet Jackson, people! We are excited beyond belief to present her with our inaugural Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual award and we are thrilled that she chose the BET Awards as the first step on her new road,” said Stephen G. Hill, BET’s president of programming. “An inspiration to many other artists, ‘Ms. Jackson’ (’cause I’m nasty) blends music, dance and visuals in unique and groundbreaking ways and we look forward to celebrating her storied history… as well as giving the BET Awards audience a peek into her Unbreakable future.”
Hosted by black-ish stars Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson, the BET Awards will air at 8 p.m. ET on the network. In addition to Chris Brown, this year’s show will feature performances from Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, Ne-Yo and Meek Mill, among others.
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