Born into an entertainment family, Janet Jackson was destined for the stage, but it was her own talent and charisma that launched her into superstardom. Janet, born May 16, 1966, was just a little girl when she started appearing on the family variety show The Jacksons in 1976. Known for her funky, rhythm-driven style of pop, her music career took off in the ’80s and by the early ’90s Janet was one of the highest-paid artists in the industry.
Ready to see Janet Jackson’s evolution over the years? Click through the gallery to see her from her early career until now.
