Janet to open American Music Awards
Jackson hasn't performed on show since 1998
November 12, 2009, 3:59 p.m.
STAFF REPORT
Janet Jackson will kick off the 2009 American Music Awards with a special opening medley.
"We're thrilled about having Janet Jackson open this year's show," American Music Awards producer Larry Klein said in a statement. "She is an incredibly dynamic performer and I think the audience will be excited to see what she has in store."
This will mark the fourth time Janet has performed on the American Music Awards, having previously performed "Control" in 1987, "Escapade" in 1990 and "Together Again" in 1998.
She will join other previously announced acts including Whitney Houston, Rihanna, Green Day, Shakira, Lil Wayne, Mary J. Blige, Keith Urban, Lady Gaga, Eminem, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, The Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry and Adam Lambert.
Janet Jackson has earned nine American Music Awards during her career.