Janet made a surprise appearance at last night’s BET Awards to pay tribute to brother Michael.

In her short speech she said: “My entire family wanted to be here tonight, but it was just too painful, so they elected me to speak with all of you. I’m gonna keep it very short but I’d just like to say that to you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family. He will forever live in all of our hearts. On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all of your love. Thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much.”

Her tribute was followed by a performance by Ne-yo and Jamie Foxx.

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TMZ have posted a photo of Janet arriving in Los Angeles at Van Nuys airport following the death of her brother Michael.

You can now view over 200 photos from Janet´s Los Angeles show in the Janet Love Gallery. The photos show all of Janet´s costume changes plus the moment when Janet picks a member of the audience to bring up on stage during her song Discipline.

Also, if you have any photos of any of Janet´s tour dates don´t forget you can add them on Janet Fans now – the rapidly growing online social networking community for Janet fans worldwide.

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See many more photos in the Janet Love Gallery.

JD posted a video on YouTube of Janet´s recent show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Fans wanting to take part in Janet’s upcoming reality show can do so at open calls in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta and Chicago. Those who want a chance to become Janet’s ‘prodigy’ may also send in their audition tapes. More information can be read below or at ProdigyCasting.com.

Attention dancers and singers. The unprecedented opportunity has risen for raw prodigy talent who embody the true definition of an undiscovered star.

One of the world’s most beloved icons is offering the chance of a lifetime to one rising talent to become her protégé launching the next legendary career in singing and dancing.

Her name is Janet Jackson!

She’s taking one winner from the streets to the stage.

Janet Jackson and famed choreographer, Gil Duldulao, in association 25/7 productions and Wright Crear Management will be kicking off the search for talented performers with raw talent.

The competition reality series is open to Males and Females at least 16 years old , who appear to be between 16 and 22 and who exhibit superior talent in combined singing and dancing. Those who are eligible are encouraged to apply and attend the nearest open call, taking place in Chicago, New York, Atlanta and Los Angeles.

You might be the best on your block, but can you represent on the world’s stage?

Can you become Janet Jackson’s prodigy?

HOW TO APPLY!
There are 2 ways to apply:
1. Attend an OPEN CALL in a city near you! Fill out the short contact form below to join our email list, and you will receive the most up-to-date information regarding open call cities, venues, dates and other important updates.
2. If you absolutely cannot make it to the nearest open call, you may submit a VIDEO TAPE SUBMISSION. Just click on the VIDEO TAPE SUBMISSION button on ProdigyCasting.com

Janet was photographed at her birthday party on Friday night. Check out the photos below.

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Janet dined with Tyra Banks last night at STK in Los Angeles. Watch a video below:

Janet spoke to Extra last night at the Alexander McQueen Boutique Party about why she loves the designer. Watch the video below.

Janet attended the Alexander McQueen Boutique launch party in Los Angeles last night. Check out photos below.

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Janet was photographed on Thursday night with her dancers at Villa in Los Angeles. The troupe, which can be seen left, sees the return of Damita Jo era dancer Nick Bass.

Janet dined at sushi restaurant Katsu-ya following her appearance at Saturday night’s GLAAD Awards. Janet was pictured leaving the restaurant and almost tripping over her white pants but was luckily aided by a minder who broke her fall. She then seemingly joked about it with friends as she got into her car. Check out photos and a video showing her departure from Katsu-ya and at Villa in Los Angeles courtesy of WENN and Hollywood TV respectively:

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