When is Janet Jackson's birthday?

Janet Jackson's birthday is May 16. She was born on May 16, 1966 in Gary, United States.

Who shares a birthday with Janet Jackson?

Famous people who share Janet Jackson's May 16 birthday include Megan Fox, Andrzej Duda, Pierce Brosnan, Henry Fonda and Celâl Bayar.

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Janet Jackson — Age & Birthday

Born: 16 May 1966 · Age: 60

How old is Janet Jackson?

Janet Jackson is 60 years old as of October 2026. She was born on 16 May 1966.

Influential American singer and dancer known for innovative pop and R&B

Did you know?She began her career as a child actress, starring in the popular television sitcom Good Times.

Quick facts

Date of birth16 May 1966
Age60
NationalityAmerican
BirthplaceGary, United States
Occupationtelevision actor, film actor, singer

Editor's Take:

Janet Jackson stepped out of her famous family's shadow by taking control, as her breakthrough album announced. With producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis she mixed hard funk with pop. She added sharp choreography and themes of independence and social justice. Rhythm Nation made her a global star. Its military-style dance routines are still copied today. Her influence on later pop and R&B singers is huge. She has sold more than 100 million records worldwide.

Key Milestones

1986: Releases Control
1989: Releases Rhythm Nation 1814
1993: Releases janet.
2019: Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer. An influential figure in popular culture, she is known for her innovative works that incorporate socially conscious and sexually provocative themes, as well as her elaborate stage shows.

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Janet Jackson: Pop and R&B Icon

American singer, born 1966

Janet Jackson was born in Gary on 16 May 1966.

She is the youngest of the Jackson family.

Her album Rhythm Nation 1814 produced a record seven top-five US hits.

She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.

Career highlights

1982Debut: first album
1986Control: released
1989Rhythm Nation 1814: released
1993janet.: released
2019Rock Hall: inducted

Did you know?As a child she appeared in the sitcom Good Times.

Age: 60
Status: Living

Family

Father: Joe Jackson (talent manager)
Mother: Katherine Jackson
Spouses: James DeBarge, René Elizondo Jr., Wissam Al Mana
Child: Eissa Al Mana

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When is Janet Jackson's birthday?: Janet Jackson's birthday is May 16. She was born on May 16, 1966 in Gary, United States.
How old is Janet Jackson?: Janet Jackson is 60 years old, and turns 61 on her next birthday, May 16.
Who shares a birthday with Janet Jackson?: Famous people who share Janet Jackson's May 16 birthday include Megan Fox, Andrzej Duda, Pierce Brosnan, Henry Fonda and Celâl Bayar.

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