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First there was Whitney Houston. Now here comes Janet Jackson.The top-selling pop music divas are coming to the small screen one by one – seemingly via the reality TV craze.
Jackson, however, wont be running around with a potbelly, cussing out her fans for asking for autographs nor talking openly about bowel movements.
At least we can hope.
A spokesperson for the superstar confirmed to Blackvoices.com that she will indeed step into the world of reality television via an as-yet-untitled music competition series for MTV.
So think 'American Idol,' not 'Being Bobby Brown.'
The show, which has already begun casting, will feature Jackson mentoring a group of aspiring singers and dancers in the months leading up to her world tour, which launches on Sept. 10.
"It's really about finding who's the next Janet Jackson or Justin Timberlake or Usher," executive producer Dave Broome told 'Variety' magazine. "And we'll find it from a pool of people who you wouldn't typically find it from. We'll go to YMCAs, church groups, local community centers and try to cast the show." Sounds like fun.
The program will be shot in various street locales, rather than on a studio soundstage.
Producers are reportedly still ironing out the prize - but it could potentially relate to Jackson's tour, reports say.
Jackson is no stranger to the boob tube. Way before she became an internationally renowned music icon, TV audiences fell in love with her on series such as 'Good Times,' 'Diff'rent Strokes' and 'Fame.'
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CEO and President of Cartier North America Frederic de Narp, singer Janet Jackson and music producer Jermaine Dupri arrive at the third annual Loveday celebration and Cartier Love Charity Bracelet launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158399), contact WireImage.com
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CEO and President of Cartier North America Frederic de Narp, singer Janet Jackson and music producer Jermaine Dupri arrive at the third annual Loveday celebration and Cartier Love Charity Bracelet launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158396), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the third annual Loveday celebration and Cartier Love Charity Bracelet launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158376), contact WireImage.com
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CEO and President of Cartier North America Frederic de Narp (L) and singer Janet Jackson arrive at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158076), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158028), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158024), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158020), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55158008), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson arrives at the Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch held at a private residence on June 18, 2008 in Los Angeles, California..Cartier Love Charity Bracelet Launch - Red Carpet.Private Residence.Los Angeles, CA United States.June 18, 2008.Photo by John Shearer/WireImage.com..To license this image (55157625), contact WireImage.com
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Singer Janet Jackson poses at the third annual Cartier Loveday reception in Los Angeles June 18, 2008. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES)
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By: Donna D. Pinder on 6/23/2008 2:58PM
The Jacksons have opened so many doors for every person of color in the music and video industry, and we need not forget the contributions that Janet's parents have made in having such talented offspring. Janet I know you are a poised and talented woman of wisdom and knowledge, I love you and Micheal and always WILL. I saw you on 106 in Park, its ok to look natural, but I want to see Janet the Diva! I know you want to be like everyone else, but you are an entertainer, and we want to see you fully made up! Jermaine, if you dont want to commit to Janet, fess up, and Janet do your thang on reality tv, keep it true to the love of music and remember, "Never make someone a priority, if all you are is an option." I'm sure gonna love your raw show when it airs! I grew up with The Jacksons and Micheal we still judge ye not, least we be judged, you and Janet are angels.
Happy 25th Anniversary-Mike. Agape Love. D.P.
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By: Rita on 6/24/2008 9:16AM
Congratulations Janet, I hope your show is successful.If I wasn't 39 I would try out. I have a 13 year neice who dances with her school dance group who will be competing in Orlando Fl. and the competition will be aired
on ESPN and ESPN2 in November I hope everyone checks her out. She attends Richland Middle School in Richland MS. Her name is Constance.
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By: just4fun on 6/26/2008 9:57AM
famous, amazing, cool, hot...haha, she is so popular on casualpal.com, blogs and hot vids can be found there...
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By: James on 7/05/2008 8:14PM
i love janet jackson her and michael are my idols but i dont want her to do this i almost hate reality shows but hopefully they come to philly i wanna try out but she's too big to do this ,i think reality show "actors" are losers and need a little stash...but if she do it good luck if im not on it i'll watch it...love u janet the queen of music and dance,...and yes she can sing u dont have to have blowing voice to sing.and please stop hating people ur not where she is and never will be,so whather albums flop she's in her 40s she has 20years of millions sold...
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By: Doretha on 7/21/2008 1:26AM
Janet has so much talent, a tv show will not affect her status in the world. I think she could do a fitness video or a healty eating video. That would change the over weight problem in the world. I sure would be working out everyday. She always looks great and carries herself like a lady.
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