Janet Jackson: BET’s First Ever Ultimate Icon

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Janet Jackson makes history at this weekend’s B.E.T. Award show.

The talented singer, songwriter and actress will be honored the first-ever Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award at the 15th annual show at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

.@JanetJackson will receive the 1st ever Ultimate ICON: Music Dance Visual award! #BETAwards LIVE SUN JUNE 28 8P|7c pic.twitter.com/6g8zq3jRIC

— #BETAwards (@BETAwards) June 23, 2015

Before she accepts her award, the 49-year-old singer will receive a dance tribute from today’s biggest stars including Chris Brown, Ciara, Jason Derulo, and Tinashe.

Janet released her new single “No Sleep” to digital retailers this week, and her first album in seven years is due this fall on Rhythm Nation Records/BMG.