January 01 : Janet shares a 19 minutes video of rehearsal/backstage footage from her two last concerts. At the end of the video she reveals with a big smile : “I feel that we had an incredible 2025 but I think everybody is in for a treat in 2026 and I can’t wait”. Later, she shares new pics : “Happy New Year! Have a blessed 2026! I love u”.
Bobby Ross Avila shares a new pic with Janet on his Instagram page : “Bringing in the New Year “2026” with my Jan Jan!”
January 03 : Janet celebrates Eissa’s 9th birthday. She posts this message on her social medias : “To my beautiful heart and soul, may God continue to bless you and keep you close ALWAYS. Happy Birthday Baby”
January 13 : Janet shares pictures from her December concerts :
“Missing you already Photos: @solaimanfazel
Wardrobe Design & Styling: @robertbehar & @laureltcanyon
Shoes: @salomon
Makeup: @prestonmakeup
Hair: @chrisriosbeauty, @iamdavontae & @theurbanmeet, Wig by @shlomimorwigs”
January 16 : Janet shares a video to promote Project•GD by Gil Duldulao.
February 04 : On the 40th anniversay of the release of “Control”, Janet updater her profil picture on social medias with a Control era image and she shares a video montage : “Happy 40th Control! @flytetymejam @flytetymelewis Edit & Remix: @solaimonster”
February 13 : The Jacksons on Instagram : “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Toyia Jackson, beloved daughter-in-law of Jackie Jackson and devoted wife of Siggy, and a cherished member of the Jackson family — another great loss for our family. Toyia was deeply loved and touched many lives with her kindness, strength and grace. She meant a great deal to our family and leaves a lasting imprint on the hearts of those who knew her, as well as on the broader Jackson legacy. Our love and deepest condolences go out to Siggy and their children, Jared, Kai, Skyy and Anai, and to all who loved Toyia during this difficult time. She will be remembered with love and respect.”
February 18 : Janet shares a new pic and announces new concert dates next june in Japan : “See you in June Japan 6.09.26 6.13.26 6.14.26 6.17.26 Link in bio”
February 20 : Janet is spotted at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit watching New Edition, Tony Braxton and Boyz II Men Tour! She leaves the concert holding the hand of Mustapha Farrakhan.
February 21 : Janet shares new stunning pictures : “Photo, Make-Up, Hair: @prestonmakeup Dress & Shoes: @stephanerolland_paris Styling: @robertbehar Jewelry: @messika”
Janet attends Saviours’ Day 2026 at Huntington Place in Detroit with Mustapha Farrakhan. It is the annual major gathering and celebration held by the Nation of Islam (NOI), a U.S.-based Black Muslim religious movement. It commemorates the birth of Master W. D. Fard Muhammad, the founder figure of the NOI, whom the movement regards as the “Great Mahdi” of Islam and the Messiah of Christianity.
February 23 : Janet shares new pics : “Photo, Make-Up, Hair: @prestonmakeup
Clothes & Shoes: @tomford Scarf: @hermes Ring: @cartier Styling: @robertbehar
February 24 : Janet Jackson And Louis Farrakhan’s Son, Mustapha, Spark Dating Buzz
February 26 : Janet shares a new video : “So proud of you Aminah!!! @aminahjillil”
February 28 : Janet shares a new picture : Photo, Make-Up, Hair: @prestonmakeup
Dress: @sacaiofficial Boots: @francescabellavita Styling: @robertbehar”
March 10 : Jackson family fireworks erupt at private “Michael” movie screening as Janet Jackson trashes biopic and Jermaine fires back : The Jackson family gathered quietly in Los Angeles this week for what insiders expected would be a triumphant moment. More than 60 members of the Jackson clan packed into the private showing of the Lionsgate film, which hits theaters worldwide April 24 and stars Jermaine Jackson’s son, Jaafar Jackson, portraying his legendary uncle.When the lights came up, Janet Jackson’s boyfriend reportedly jumped to his feet and declared loudly, “Thanks for the movie.”Another insider said Rebbie Jackson appeared thrilled by what she had just seen. “Rebbie loved it,” the source said. “She thought it captured Michael’s genius and the excitement of those years.”
March 11 : EXCLUSIVE: Janet and Jermaine Jackson clash over the “Michael” biopic in a heated phone call after the screening. Austin Brown reacts to this TMZ article on Instagram : “This is a lie”.
