Not sure did you catch it this morning, but Janet Jackson and Tyler Perry appeared on Today to promote the April 2nd release of Perry's Why Did I Get Married Too. Janet is already getting rave reviews already for her emotional performance as Patricia, who seemingly unravels on the screen.
Janet explains where she found the passion. "A lot of it had to do with recent events ... in my family," she said, obviously referring to the tragic death of brother Michael Jackson. "And experiencing that. There was also a little bit of 'Patricia' in my life, always being there for others, others coming to me. I actually have friends who call me their therapist. But yet when it came to my own issues, not willing to deal with them."
In other Janet news: Janet Jackson appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on Thursday and her new single "Nothing" will play over the end credits in WDIGMT. The Jermaine Dupri-produced track was leaked several days ago, listen to it HERE.
Janet Jackson says she is in a "very wonderful space" right now and it shows. Watch the interview AFTER THE JUMP ...
I love that small excerpt with janet. Just from that i can tell she actually was giving drama this time. Last time she looked too pretty even when she was mad/sad/upset. Her forehead didn't even move last time. This time she allowed herself to get really real and brokedown. I like that. After Precious Tyler must have told her to get real:-)
Posted by: Diva1961 | 22 March 2010 at 13:30
I love Janet Jackson as an artist. I love her presence on stage but as an actress, I REALLY THINK THERE'S SOMETHING DYNAMIC IN HER.
She was amazing in the first movie, but I think this is going to be beyond Beyond. I think this is going to be something Wow.
Posted by: TheRevKev | 22 March 2010 at 16:12
This "Nothing" track is really nice. I know radio doesn't really play her anymore & really doesn't play slow jams like this anymore, but this is the type of thing that should be a staple at adult contemporary formats. And I'm sure there's a dance remix in the offing that should be hot fire!
Posted by: Mike | 22 March 2010 at 18:31
@Mike: Yeah, it's radio's loss that they have relegated her to the back burner but perhaps 2010 will be different.
It would also be great if this is the first TP movie that actually got good reviews for the acting.
Shame it won't be another number one since it comes out with "Clash of the Titans". I HOPE I have to eat my words.....
Posted by: Keith | 22 March 2010 at 20:13
I love Janet and as a big fan I am proud of her for pushing forward with her career with all the hateration she got from the media/radio. I think she does a good job as a performer and it includes acting. I am sure the performance in this new movie will be awesome and I can't wait to treat myself to my baby gurl's big screen experience. I love you Janet and the song as I do all of your music!!
BLACK
Posted by: BLACK | 23 March 2010 at 09:32
Of course "Class of the Titans" might rule number one by Monday but a lot of peeps want to see action to take their minds off what is really going on with the world. These two movies are not in the same category so I for one will not see Clash of the Titans this weekend and will support my own this weekend instead. I know this film will be embraced big if we just get out and support it by get groups to go. I remember back in the days we would go to the show with at least ten friends........I know I am showing my age!
Posted by: Cedric | 23 March 2010 at 09:55
I don't like Mr. Perry or crappy films but I do like Mrs. Jackson...
I'll still believe "All for You' was a good album. No disputing the others are "better" but it's the one that stands out to me the most.
Is the character Maeda "dead"?
Posted by: Kevin Perez | 23 March 2010 at 16:27