The life of Janet Jackson: Growing up in a famous family, her solo music career, movie roles and more

Janet Jackson is an artist, actress and sister of the late Michael Jackson. Janet is the voice behind popular songs like "That's The Way Love Goes" and "Together Again."

Janet Jackson comes from a big family and is the youngest of ten siblings. Her brother Brandon died shortly after birth. The famous Jackson 5 was already known before Janet was born. The group was made up of her brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and the late Michael Jackson.   (Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) In 1977, Janet starred in the TV series "Good Times." She was on the show until 1979.  (CBS Photo Archive/Getty Images) Janet released her self-titled debut album in 1982. Her big break came with her third album "Control" in 1986. The album topped the charts.  (ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images) Janet and Michael are the most well-known of the Jackson siblings. The two shared a close relationship before Michael died June 25, 2009, at the age of 50.  (Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images) Janet's film debut was in the 1993 movie "Poetic Justice", where she appeared as Justice. The film also starred Tupac Shakur, Regina King and Maya Angelou, among others. Jackson received an Oscar nomination.  (Anthony Barboza/Getty Images) Janet has released many popular songs over the years but was most popular in the ‘80s and ’90s. Some of her well-known songs include "That's The Way Love Goes," "Miss You So Much," "Together Again" and "Scream," a song she did with Michael.  (Phil Dent/Redferns) Janet Jackson married Wissam Al Mana in a quiet ceremony in 2012. The couple welcomed a son, Eissa, on Jan. 3, 2017, when she was 50 years old. The couple split a few months later after five years of marriage. (Venturelli/WireImage) Janet Jackson was the halftime performer at the 2004 Super Bowl which is regarded as one of the most memorable performances in the game's history. The singer was joined by Justin Timberlake on stage. During the show, which aired live, she found herself in a scandal when Timberlake tore off her top, exposing her breast. The wardrobe malfunction is often referred to as "nipplegate." (KMazur/WireImage) In 2019, Janet was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by Janelle Monae.  (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images For The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) Ashlyn Messier is a writer for Fox News Digital. 

When Jackson was born, the Jackson 5 had already been a hit. The band was originally made up of five of her brothers — Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and the late Michael Jackson. The band was managed by their father. Popular songs by the band include "ABC" and "I Want You Back." 

Jackson began a career in the entertainment business at a young age. After appearing on "The Jacksons" TV series with her siblings in 1976 and 1977, she earned herself a part in the show "Good Times." She was also in the TV series "Fame."