Janet Jackson 'Devastated' By Michael's Death

Access Hollywood - June 26, 2009 12:01 PM PDT
Story photo: Janet Jackson 'Devastated' By Michael's DeathJanet Jackson arrives at Van Nuys airport on Friday, June 26, 2009 following the death of brother Michael Getty ImagesAccess Hollywood

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Janet Jackson has spoken out following the death of her older brother, Michael Jackson.

In a statement released to Access Hollywood on Friday, Janet's manager said the songstress is "devastated" by the sudden death Michael, who died at the age of 50 on Thursday.

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"Janet Jackson is grief-stricken and devastated at the sudden loss of her brother," her manager Kenneth Crear said in a statement to Access.

Many of Michael's family -- including sister LaToya and Brother Jermaine -- gathered at the UCLA Medical Center on Thursday afternoon after the King of Pop was transported via ambulance from his Holmby Hills home in Los Angeles.

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Hours after the news of the singer's death was revealed, the family gathered at the home of Michael's parents - Joe and Katherine Jackson - in nearby Encino, Calif., as previously reported on Access Hollywood.com.

On Friday morning, Janet was photographed arriving at Van Nuys airport near Los Angeles, reportedly on her way to join her family.

"She [was] in pre-production on a film," Crear added.

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Michael Jackson is survived by siblings Rebbie, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, La Toya, Marlon, Randy and Janet - along with his parents Joseph Walter "Joe" and Katherine Esther.

He also has three children -- Prince Michael Jackson, 12; Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, 11; and Prince Michael Jackson II, 7.

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  • Carrie C
    Obviously, pedrickkathy did not know anything about Janet or Michael. They were the closest siblings and she was one of the few (unlike Latoya or Jermaine) who had to talk to Michael through his lawyer because of all the nonsense he went through with them over the years. Still, by his own admission, he loved all of his brothers and sisters. You can miss someone when they die, close or not.
    report abuseposted September 13, 2009 12:19 PM PDT
  • NocturnalXy
    I heard they were close. My hearts' broken for Janet. I hope she deals with it in terms of creative energy or maybe re-intervention.
    report abuseposted July 30, 2009 2:38 PM PDT
  • StarAngel
    I grew up with Michael enjoyed his music danced ,cryed,and sang his music .If anyone understood his music all his music has meaning he is resting and living his life with God Now.Let the man RIP ! For God Sake Let the family Mourn their loss of their son,brother,cousin,nephew, and Loved one.God would want you to do that.That is the Godly thing to do.God Bless ! Our love for the Jackson Family
    report abuseposted July 4, 2009 3:23 PM PDT
  • StarAngel
    Why don't all you people relize he has 3 beautiful children that are growing up and are living this . Would you people want your parents to be badgered like your doing to Michael ? So sad of all the people who do this to him and his family .This man was acquited for everything ,unless ya'all know the true fact's "opionins are like @ss holes we all have one &quo
    report abuseposted July 4, 2009 3:06 PM PDT
  • sunshine2u
    He will Forever be in our hearts, and he will definately never be forgotten.
    report abuseposted July 3, 2009 2:03 AM PDT
  • Ereka
    pedrickkathy, First off it matters a damn how she treated her brother. Its none of your business.. I am pretty sure you have mistreated one of your siblings, but over the years they have drew themselves closer to settle their difference. To the family of Michael Jackson, this is such a tremendous lost to family, friends, and our economy. Keep your heads up and held high. My heart goes out to you
    report abuseposted June 30, 2009 4:04 PM PDT
  • Devola B
    Mj was family. He was the favoriste uncle who performed at the BBQ. He was a constant member of our lives. I love him and I miss him. The Jackson family has lost a son, brother, a daddy, a friend. I am so sorry for the loss of this beautiful soul to leave us but I know he will find the peace in heaven that he could not get in this life. His music is like putting on a warm blanket. RIP
    report abuseposted June 28, 2009 8:36 PM PDT
  • SAEED
    I ASK ALL THOSE THAT ACCUSED MJ OF ANY WRONG DOING TO FORGIVE HIM NOW THAT HE IS GONE.IT IS UNFORTUNATE THE WHITES BUILT M.J AND DESTROYED HIM LATER WITH BAD PUBLICITY.
    report abuseposted June 27, 2009 10:26 AM PDT
  • pedrickkathy
    Why would Janet Jackson be so sad the way she treated Michael,you need to be upset,live with it.Michael is gone now and you can spread your fame and forturne
    report abuseposted June 27, 2009 9:39 AM PDT
  • pedrickkathy
    Why would Janet Jackson be so sad the way she treated Michael,you need to be upset,live with it.Michael is gone now and you can spread your fame and forturne
    report abuseposted June 27, 2009 9:39 AM PDT
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