Janet Jackson’s icon status is being confirmed at the Billboard Awards.
The superstar is set to get the Billboard Icon Award at the May 20 ceremony in Las Vegas, hosted by Kelly Clarkson. She’ll also reward fans with a performance on the live telecast, her first televised performance in nine years.
Past award recipients include Prince, Stevie Wonder, Cher, Neil Diamond, Celine Dion and Jennifer Lopez.
Jackson has been a dominant force on the Billboard charts for decades, thanks to hits including “That’s The Way Love Goes,” ″I Get Lonely” and “All for You.” The multiplatinum superstar will kick off another leg of her State of the World Tour in July.
Queens R&B Artist to Be Honored September 20 at the Grand Ole Opry House
Rising R&B and soul artist Bria Cheri has been officially nominated for Vocalist of the Year – R&B Soul at the 12th Annual Josie Music Awards, set to take place on September 20 at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee.
Widely recognized as the largest independent music awards show in the world, the Josie Music Awards celebrate exceptional talent across every genre of independent music. Receiving a nomination places Bria Cheri among an elite group of artists whose dedication, artistry, and passion continue to elevate the independent music community.
Known for her soulful vocals, heartfelt performances, and authentic connection with audiences, Bria Cheri has steadily built a reputation as one of today’s exciting voices in contemporary R&B and soul. Her music blends powerful storytelling with emotional depth, creating songs that resonate with listeners while showcasing her remarkable vocal ability.
Born and raised on the Southside of Jamaica, Queens, New York, Bria Cheri is a singer-songwriter, musician, dancer, and aspiring actress whose love for music began at age three, when her mother introduced her to piano. She writes her own material, drawing on influences that include Aaliyah and Chaka Khan, and her catalog includes the albums and EPs Before the Music, Silent Siren Vol. 1, and Phoenix, along with her recent single “Boy Toy.”
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“This nomination is an incredible honor,” said Bria Cheri. “To be recognized by the Josie Music Awards alongside so many talented independent artists is truly humbling. I’m grateful to everyone who has supported my journey and believed in my music.”
Bria Cheri’s Vocalist of the Year – R&B Soul nomination stands as a well-earned milestone in a career built on artistry, authenticity, and an unmistakable voice – and September 20 at the Grand Ole Opry House will be a night to watch.
