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Janet Jackson Performs 'Someone to Call My Lover' and 'All for You' During First Televised Performance in 7 Years at 2025 AMAs
Janet Jackson certainly took 'Control' of the 2025 American Music Awards. The intro of the five-time Grammy winner's iconic track 'Control' was played during the beginning of her set, igniting the tone for her AMAs performance. Shortly after, Jackson launched into a rendition of 'Someone to Call My Lover,' which notably reentered the pop cultural zeitgeist in recent months after going viral on TikTok. More from The Hollywood Reporter Jennifer Lopez Kicks Off 2025 AMAs Dancing to Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan Hits Miley Cyrus Got a "Brutal Infection" After Filming on Hollywood Walk of Fame: "My Leg Began to Disintegrate" Justin Bieber Joins SZA for Surprise Performance at SoFi Stadium Stop of Grand National Tour Sporting a white puffy jacket and a pair of jeans, Jackson captivated the AMAs audience with the first track before swiftly transitioning into a performance of her classic hit 'All for You.' During her set, Jackson had a commanding presence, dancing alongside her backup dancers in true Jackson fashion. After the performance, Tasha Smith sung praise toward Jackson, noting her immense impact on the industry while presenting her with the standout AMAs Icon Award. While accepting the honor, Jackson showed her gratitude for the award while noting that she doesn't 'consider myself an icon.' 'I am so, so honored, I'm so grateful. I mean no disrespect in anyway, but I don't consider myself an icon,' she said, which the crowd met with a cheer of boos. 'My family, myself, our dream wasn't ever to be famous, we weren't raised like that. We always had a special love for music, dancing and singing, and fame came with the result of hard work and dedication.' Jackson continued to show love for the Jackson family in her acceptance speech: 'My story, my family's story, it's truly an American story, this would have only happened in America. The one thing that I hope for is I've been an inspiration for others and artists to follow their dreams and succeed.' 'To my family who have been my biggest supporters since birth, and of course, to the fans, because of you and God, I'm standing right here,' Jackson added. 'I love you too, I want to thank the AMAs for this honor, which I am humbly grateful and last but not least I want to say keep God in every part of your life, because that's where he wants to be.' Jennifer Lopez pulled double duty on Monday night, acting as host and one of the many AMAs performers. Alongside Lopez, Benson Boone, Blake Shelton, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson and Reneé Rapp took the stage. Jackson gave her first TV performance in seven years at the 2025 AMAs as she was notably honored with the Icon Award. Previously, the 'That's the Way Love Goes' singer received the Billboard Music Awards Icon Award in 2018, where she performed a medley of 'Nasty,' 'If' and 'Throb.' Rod Stewart was another special honoree at the night's ceremony, and he received the lifetime achievement award. The 2025 AMAs marked Stewart's first time he was on the AMAs stage in over two decades since his last appearance in 2004. Heading into Monday night, Kendrick Lamar led this year's nominees with 10 nominations, followed closely by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan and Shaboozey The AMAs were created by Dick Clark Productions. DCP is owned by Penske Media Corporation, The Hollywood Reporter's parent company, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Check out the star-studded arrivals and the night's full list of winners. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
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Janet Jackson Brings Classic Cool-Girl Vibes to 2025 AMAs with Her Cropped Jacket and Baggy Jeans Look
Janet Jackson performed at the 2025 American Music Awards The star took to the stage in a white Vetements jacket and jeans Jackson also accepted the ICON AwardJanet Jackson showed out at the 2025 American Music Awards in the ultimate cool-girl look. The pop icon, 59, received the ICON Award after Dick Clark Productions named the five-time Grammy winner "one of the most influential entertainers of the modern era." Jackson continues to prove that she is a style icon, and the May 26 event is no different. For her performance at the awards show, the star wore a cropped white Vetements jacket with a white tank top underneath, as well as baggy blue jeans. She completed the look with white sneakers and a white headband that kept her curly hair away from her face. Jackson kicked off her set with her 2001 classic "Someone to Call My Lover" before transitioning into a funky rendition of her 2001 hit "All for You," which included a dance break remix with a striking guitar solo. After her performance, Jackson swapped the cropped jacket for a larger, puffy white coat that she wore off-the-shoulder to accept her ICON Award, presented by Tasha Smith. "I love you so much," the singer began her acceptance speech. "I am so so honored. I am so grateful. I mean, no disrespect in any way, but I don't consider myself an icon." She continued: "My family, myself, our dream wasn't ever to be famous. We weren't raised like that. We always had a special love for music, dancing, singing and fame came with the result of hard work and dedication. My story, my family's story is truly an American story. This would have only happened in America." Jackson then said she hoped that she's "been an inspiration" to other artists to "follow their dreams and succeed." Jackson joins previous ICON Award winners, including Rihanna and Lionel Richie. The honor goes to an artist "whose music has had undeniable cultural and global influence over the music industry." In February, Jackson attended Britain's biggest night in music on the eve of the BRIT Awards in London. She attended an evening of music and style for British GQ and Christian Louboutin's second annual pre-Brits dinner. Jackson wore a black suit with a white button-down paired with a white pocket square. The jacket sleeves were shortened along with her trousers, leaving a well-deserved moment for Jackson's statement combat boots. Check out all of PEOPLE's full AMAs coverage . The look was tied together with Jackson's hair pulled into a topknot with a natural makeup look. Jackson and Christian Louboutin go way back. 'We met a long, long, long, long time ago,' he told GQ in an interview. When it came to ordering shoes for her concerts, he said, 'She wanted every colour shoe possible, and even impossible ones." In 2004, Jackson attended the 32nd Annual American Music Awards, where she styled a white fedora with a button-down shirt paired with a thick black belt. Jackson wore a long black skirt with draping details, giving a moment for her legs. She finished off the look with a very Y2K statement piece, layered silver chunky necklaces and closed-toe pumps. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. As for Jackson's glam, she wore a smokey eye makeup look with bronzed cheekbones. She added a bit of sass to the look with her fedora tipped off to one side over her long straight hair. The "Rhythm Nation' singer attended her second AMAs in 1985 with her sister La Toya Jackson and 'She Believes in Me' singer Kenny Rogers at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Jackson wore a white drop-waist dress with layered ruffles. The off-the-shoulder quarter sleeve gown was paired with rhinestone earrings and matching white heels including a sweet bow detail. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The 'All For You' singer attended her first ever AMAs ceremony in 1983 in a beautiful cherry red gown. The satin drop-waist dress included cascading ruffles and a sweetheart neckline. The R&B artist styled the look with a simple necklace and hoop earrings for her AMAs debut. The American Music Awards produced by Dick Clark Productions airs on Monday, May 26, live from Las Vegas at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+. Read the original article on People
