Hair Transformation: Janet Jackson

From young R&B rebel to a sensual iconic star | see the hair transformation of Janet Jackson!

Young J - In the ‘80s, Janet’s natural curls and gelled baby hair were the right combo of innocence and style for the budding star.

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Young J - In the ‘80s, Janet’s natural curls and gelled baby hair were the right combo of innocence and style for the budding star.

Red Velvet - Janet’s wild side was revealed when she dyed her hair red during the Velvet Rope Tour.

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Red Velvet - Janet’s wild side was revealed when she dyed her hair red during the Velvet Rope Tour.

Straight Back - Ms. Jackson’s beauty really stood out with her hair just pulled back over her shoulders.

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Straight Back - Ms. Jackson’s beauty really stood out with her hair just pulled back over her shoulders.

Braids - The pop diva’s braided ponytail was an interesting yet adorable change from the norm.

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Braids - The pop diva’s braided ponytail was an interesting yet adorable change from the norm.

Fedora - Under this stylish fedora is the infamous layered hairdo that made Janet the envy of many.

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Fedora - Under this stylish fedora is the infamous layered hairdo that made Janet the envy of many.

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Natural - With her wavy pony, Janet showed us that with or without a weave, she has great hair.

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Natural - With her wavy pony, Janet showed us that with or without a weave, she has great hair.

Cultural - At a press conference in Japan, Janet paid tribute by wearing a beautiful, floral-adorned bun.

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Cultural - At a press conference in Japan, Janet paid tribute by wearing a beautiful, floral-adorned bun.

Bob - At the ‘06 Billboard Awards, Janet unveiled a sassy Chinese bob with perfectly angled sides.

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Bob - At the ‘06 Billboard Awards, Janet unveiled a sassy Chinese bob with perfectly angled sides.

Updo - At a pre-Oscar celebration, J. put a fresh spin on her pinned-up, side-swept bangs and caramel highlights.

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Updo - At a pre-Oscar celebration, J. put a fresh spin on her pinned-up, side-swept bangs and caramel highlights.

Sleek - This ultra-straight style has the carefree feel of an easy do-it-yourself ‘do.

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Sleek - This ultra-straight style has the carefree feel of an easy do-it-yourself ‘do.

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Bangs - Janet’s chunky bang gave her body wave a sweet, playful effect.

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Bangs - Janet’s chunky bang gave her body wave a sweet, playful effect.

Big Pony - Janet’s not afraid to go big. Her supersized curly pony added some spunk to her conservative outfit.

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Big Pony - Janet’s not afraid to go big. Her supersized curly pony added some spunk to her conservative outfit.

High Pony - This taut, really high pony went well with her Geisha vibe.

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High Pony - This taut, really high pony went well with her Geisha vibe.

Goldie - At a Cartier charity event, Janet’s softly curled, honey blonde tresses gave her a glow that matched her smile.

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Goldie - At a Cartier charity event, Janet’s softly curled, honey blonde tresses gave her a glow that matched her smile.

Hawk - On Janet’s 2008 tour, the powerhouse performer rocked a Mohawk to match her attitude.

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Hawk - On Janet’s 2008 tour, the powerhouse performer rocked a Mohawk to match her attitude.

Volume - Janet recently went back to her dark hair. While we love the color and the curls, Janet’s a chameleon who's sure to keep switching things up.

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Volume - Janet recently went back to her dark hair. While we love the color and the curls, Janet’s a chameleon who's sure to keep switching things up.