Justin Timberlake To Perform At Super Bowl Halftime Show Again
Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson came together for Super Bowl halftime performance in 2004, which unfortunately turned ugly. Now after a gap of 13 years, the famous American singer is invited to rock the stage at the NFL championship.The event is scheduled to held in Minneapolis on February 4.
As per the report of US Weekly, the deal between the organizers and Timberlake is under process. Not stating much, the report further says that he might perform with Jay-Z, but as of now it will just be Justin - no surprise performers."
Although this news did not go well with the Twitterati and they expressed their views against JT on social media. Some said that it will be an insult to the stage to bring back the 10 times Grammy Award winner. While others thought that it was an unfair decision by the commission to ban Janet and get Timberlake back.
According to IBTimes, it will be a tough task for Justin Timberlake to perform. Lady Gaga, who was given the honors earlier this year, delivered the best half-time show in Super Bowl's history.
Not to forget, Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime was broadcasted live from Texas on February 1, 2004. While performing "Rock Your Body," Timberlake accidentally pulled off a part of Jackson's leather costume briefly exposing one of her breasts. Often said as Nipplegate, the incident changed the rules of the annual broadcasted sporting events as well.
The Federal Communications Commission cracked down on new policies and a five-second broadcast delay during live performances was implemented. The aftermath of the incident was also on Jackson, various entertainment companies, including Viacom and Clear Channel Communications blacklisted all Jackson's singles and music videos worldwide. The singer's invitation for 46th Annual Grammy Awards was also withdrawn due to the incident.
After the incident, Jackson was regarded as the world's "most controversial musician" who was "changing the cultural landscape" due to the incident's massive effect on censorship and broadcasting in television and entertainment.
