Janet Jackson to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by contemporary pop icon Janelle Monae. The announcement comes weeks before the annual ceremony.
Being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame adds another level to the living legends musical career. Recently announcing a Las Vegas residency, Janet Jackson continues to prove her talents on stage have not diminished. Rolling Stone reports the stay begins spring 2019, lasting through summer.
As an honoree, Janet Jackson joins Stevie Nicks, and Def Leppard as 2019 inductees. The AP reports Stevie Nicks will be inducted by Harry Styles and Deff Leppard by Brian May. Artists are eligible for entry when their career enters the 25th year since the release of their first record.
The event takes place March 29 at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center and scheduled to air on HBO April 27.
