American entertainer Janet Jackson began her career through a series of acting roles, prior to releasing her self-titled debut album at the age of fifteen.
Jackson has received eleven American Music Awards, five Grammy Awards, ten MTV Video Music Awards, and 11 Billboard Music Awards. Her most notable accolades include the American Music Award's "Award of Merit," Billboard Award's "Artistic Achievement Award," MTV's "Video Vanguard Award," and Recording Academy's "Governor's Award," in addition to MTV's inaugural Icon tribute, and Radio Music Award's "Legend and World Music Awards' "Legend Award". Jackson holds several world records, and ranks as the most-searched person in internet history. She has received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for her musical contributions within film, while her humanitarian efforts have garnered APLA's "Commitment to Life Award," amfAR's "Award of Courage," and GLAAD's "Vanguard Award."
The AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by the HIV disease, reducing HIV infection, and advocating for fair and effective usage of HIV-related public policy. Janet received the Commitment to Life Award for her contributions to the organization.
The American Music Awards are an annual awards ceremony, created by Dick Clark. Janet won twelve awards (including the Award of Merit).
The Billboard Magazine Year-End Number-One Awards were sponsored by Billboard magazine to honor artists based on Billboard Year-End Charts during the 1980s.
According to Billboard, she has won 11 awards.
Janet received the Rock Star award at the 2018 Black Girls Rock! ceremony on August 26, 2018.
The Blockbuster Entertainment Awards were an annual awards ceremony honoring the best in music, film, and video games. Janet received four awards from the event, including "Favorite Female Singer."
The Bravo Otto Awards were established by Bravo, the largest teen magazine within the German-language sphere. It honored the top performers in film, music, television, and sports. Janet has received multiple awards in the "Female Singer" category.
The Brit Awards, also known as The BRITs, are the British Phonographic Industry's annual pop music awards. Janet has received multiple nominations, including "Best International Female Artist."