The pop icon will be honored during the 15th annual show at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m.
Stephen G. Hill, BET's President of Programming, said 'This is Janet Jackson, people! We are excited beyond belief to present her with our inaugural Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award and we are thrilled that she chose the BET Awards as the first step on her new road. An inspiration to many other artists, 'Ms. Jackson' ('cause I'm nasty) blends music, dance and visuals in unique and groundbreaking ways and we look forward to celebrating her storied history.as well as giving The BET Awards audience a peek into her Unbreakable future.'
The BET Awards will also include performances from Nicki Minaj, Kendrick Lamar, Meek Mill, Ne-Yo, and the cast of “Empire.”
Janet released her new single “No Sleeep” to digital retailers this week, and her first album in seven years is due this fall on Rhythm Nation Records/BMG.
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