Already have an account?
Get back to the

Janet Jackson Receives Ultimate Icon Award Following Star-Studded BET Awards Tribute: Watch

Janet Jackson accepts the Ultimate Icon Award at the 2015 BET Awards
Janet Jackson was honored at the 2015 BET Awards

She’s back! Janet Jackson received the Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award at the 2015 BET Awards on Sunday, June 28. The legendary singer, who after a seven-year long break released new track “No Sleeep” last week, was honored with a star-studded tribute before she graced the stage in a fierce white jumpsuit.

Janet Jackson - BETs (jumpsuit)
Janet Jackson accepts the Ultimate Icon Award onstage during the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Related: PHOTOS: BET Awards 2015

Tinashe, who has been compared to the Grammy winner since making her debut, opened the performance before Jason Derulo broke it down to the iconic songstress’ “All for You.” Ciara then closed the tribute in full-on Jackson getup by performing “Rhythm Nation.”

Jackson then emerged to a standing ovation before she thanked her famous parents, Katherine and Joe Jackson, and her fans.

Janet Jackson - BETs (presented award)
Terry Lewis and Jimmy Jam present honoree Janet Jackson with the Ultimate Icon Award onstage during the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Related: PHOTOS: Michael Jackson's unforgettable moments

“It’s been a very long journey to this moment,” a grateful Jackson told the crowd. “My heart is so full. Thank you, God, for making everything possible. I’m so grateful for the support you’ve always given me, to my beautiful mother and beautiful father, and to my entire family. Your love is unbreakable. Many thanks to Jimmy and Terry for our incredible history and to everyone who performed in the tribute tonight. Twenty five years ago, we created Rhythm Nation hoping the world would be a better place, but today there is even more to be done. Last but not least to my loving husband and to all the fans, I’ve missed you so much and I love you so much. Thank you! Thank you, BET,” she concluded.

Ciara - BETs (performing)
Ciara (center) performs onstage during the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Related: PHOTOS: Stars in concert

Michael Jackson’s sister is also set to return to the stage during her Unbreakable World Tour, which kicks off Aug. 31.

Watch the video above. 

In this article

Got a Tip form close button
Got a tip for US?
We're All Ears for Celebrity Buzz!