Janet Jackson Calls For ‘Peace The World Over’ During Rare Appearance At 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame
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- Hollywood & Entertainment Janet Jackson Calls For ‘Peace The World Over’ During Rare Appearance At 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame By Cathy Applefeld Olson,
- “It’s beautiful to relive the memories attached to this project that is so, so precious to me,” Jackson said. “Though I don’t see Rhythm Nation as a phenomenon that lived in the past.
- Noting the album “still resonates on a deep and profound level,” Jackson said, “It’s an ongoing force that fights bigotry and promotes understanding.
Hollywood & Entertainment Janet Jackson Calls For ‘Peace The World Over’ During Rare Appearance At 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame By Cathy Applefeld Olson,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Cathy Applefeld Olson is a journalist and founder of Hollywood & Mind Follow Author May 09, 2026, 12:34pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Janet Jackson speaks onstage during the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala Getty Images for The Recording AcademyJanet Jackson doesn’t make many public appearances but she took the stage May 8 at the 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala to celebrate the induction of her landmark 1989 album Rhythm Nation 1814 and share a poignant rally for peace, unity and positivity.
“It’s beautiful to relive the memories attached to this project that is so, so precious to me,” Jackson said. “Though I don’t see Rhythm Nation as a phenomenon that lived in the past. I believe it’s alive and well in 2026," she said, taking the stage after an extended standing ovation and introduction by Jimmy Jam - who with partner Terry Lewis produced and co-wrote most of the album that earned seven nominations and won for Best Long Form Music Video at the 32nd Grammys.