Janet Jackson Pays Tribute To Brother Michael At BET Awards

Jun 29th, 2009 - MTV

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On Sunday night at the end of the BET Awards, Janet Jackson spoke publicly for the first time about the death of her beloved older brother

Clad all in white, a visibly distraught Janet remained strong as she fought back tears while addressing the audience.

"My entire familywanted to be here tonight but it was too painful," she told the crowd - which included her father Joe Jackson - which cheered and stood on its feet. She then said her comments would be brief.

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