List of awards and nominations received by Janet Jackson

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. She has sold over 100 million records.[1]

Jackson has received eleven American Music Awards, five Grammy Awards, nine 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."

AIDS Project Los Angeles
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.

A&M Records
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American Choreography Awards
Main article: American Choreography Awards

American Music Awards
The American Music Awards are an annual awards ceremony, created by Dick Clark. Janet holds the record for the most nominations from one album, with thirteen nominations for Control. Janet won eleven awards (including the Award of Merit).

AmfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala
Main article: amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research

BET Awards
Main article: BET Awards

Billboard Magazine Year-End Number One Awards
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.[25][26]

Billboard Music Awards
According to Billboard, she has won 11 awards.[34][35]

Black Girls Rock! Awards
Janet received the Rock Star award at the 2018 Black Girls Rock! ceremony on August 26, 2018.

Blockbuster Entertainment Awards
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."

BMI Awards
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Bravo Otto Awards (Germany)
The Bravo Otto Awards were established by Bravo, the largest teen magazinewithin 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.

BRIT Awards (UK)
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."

Clio Awards
Main article: Clio Awards

C.O.R.E
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ECHO Awards (Germany)
The ECHO Awards are an annual German music awards ceremony, granted by the Deutsche Phono-Akademie. It is the successor to the Deutscher Schallplattenpreis.

Edison Awards (Netherlands)
Main article: Edison Awards

Ebony awards
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FHM Magazine
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GLAAD Media Awards
The GLAAD Media Awards were established by the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) to honor various entertainers and media organizations for their outstanding contributions regarding issues within the LGBT community. Janet was presented the Vanguard Award by Ellen DeGeneresfor her significant difference in promoting equal rights for gay, lesbian, and transgender people.

Guinness Book of British Hit Singles
Main article: Guinness Book of British Hit Singles

Guinness Book of World Records
The Guinness Book of World Records is a reference book published annually. It compiles a list of world records, including human achievements and extremes of the natural world. She has nine inclusions in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Grammy Awards
The Grammy Awards, or Grammys, are presented annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. The ceremony honors outstanding achievements in the music industry, with awards of the most popular interest presented during the live televised event.

Janet has Grammy Award nominations spanning five different genres (Pop, Rock, Dance, Rap and R&B).[80] During the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards, she became the first female artist to be nominated for Producer of the Year, following her production contributions on her fourth album, Rhythm Nation 1814.[81]

Image Awards
The Image Awards are presented annually by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People to honor outstanding contributions within film, television, music, and literature. She has received multiple accolades from the ceremony, including the "Chairman's Award" and "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture" for her performance in Why Did I Get Married?.

International Dance Music Awards
The International Dance Music Awards, held during the Winter Music Conference, is an annual electronic music ceremony. It honors the highest achievements by artists within the dance music genre. Janet has received multiple accolades from the event, including an award for "Outstanding Achievement in Dance Music".

Japan Gold Disc Awards
Main article: Japan Gold Disc Award

MOBO Awards (UK)
Main article: MOBO Awards

MTV Europe Music Awards
The MTV Europe Music Awards, also referred to as the EMAs, were established to honor the most popular music videos in Europe. Janet has received eight nominations, winning for "Best Female" and "Global Icon".

MTV Icon
MTV Icon was an annual ceremony which recognized an artist who made significant contributions within music, music video, and popular culture, while impacting the MTV generation. Janet was selected to receive the network's inaugural Icon tribute, and was the only pop artist chosen to receive the honor.

MTV Japan Video Music Awards
Janet received the "Inspiration Award" for her influence within music video and popular culture at the event's third annual ceremony.

MTV Movie Awards
The MTV Movie Awards are an annual MTV Awards ceremony honoring the best in film. Nominees are determined by a panel at Tenth Planet Productions, while the winners are decided by the general public. Janet won two awards for her film debut in Poetic Justice.

MTV Video Music Awards
The MTV Video Music Awards were established by MTV to celebrate the top music videos of the year. Janet received the Video Vanguard Award, the ceremony's highest honor, and has been nominated for Video of the Yearmultiple times. "Scream" is the most nominated video in the show's history.[121]

Los Angeles Chapter of the Recording Academy
The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, also known as the Recording Academy, is an organization of recording professionals, including musicians, producers, and sound engineers. During its 2002 Membership Awards, Janet was awarded a special award of merit; the Recording Academy's Governor's Award.

National Association of Recording Merchandisers
The National Association of Recording Merchandisers is a not-for-profit trade Award which serves music retailing businesses. Janet has received four accolades from the NARM Awards, including "Best-Selling Recording of the Year" for her fifth album, janet.

Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Main article: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards

NRJ Awards (France)
Main article: NRJ Awards

People's Choice Awards
The People's Choice Awards recognizes particular figures within popular culture. The annual ceremony is described to be determined by the opinion of the general public. Janet has received several nominations, including "Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer".

Radio Disney Music Awards
Janet received the inaugural impact award at the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards ceremony on June 22, 2018.

Radio Music Awards
Janet received the "Legend Award" at the Radio Music Awards' fifth annual ceremony. |-

Soul Train Music Awards
The Soul Train Music Awards are an annual ceremony which honor the best in Black music and entertainment. It is produced by the makers of Soul Train, the program from which it takes its name. Janet has the second most wins of any artist in the ceremony's history.[148]

TEC Awards
Main article: TEC Awards

TV Land Awards
Main article: TV Land Award

ZAZ Awards (South Africa)
Main article: ZAZ Awards