Los Angeles:
Singer-actress Janet Jackson has signed a production deal with Lionsgate to develop andproduce a feature film.
Jackson, sister of King of Pop Michael Jackson, has a thriving music career but it is her first foray into production. But the Why Did I Get Married star says movieshave always been her first love, the Hollywood Reporter said.
"Many people forget I started out as an actor. I have been fortunate to work in the film industry, though not as much as I would like. I have a passion for storytelling, and have been doing it through my music for some time," she said.
Jackson, who has starred in three Tyler Perry films Why Did I Get Married, Why Did I Get Married Too and For Colored Girls and John Singleton's 1993 dramaPoetic Justice, is currently on her Number Ones: Up Close and Personal world tour.
Mike Paseornek, Lionsgate president of motion picture production and development, says the studio recognized Jackson's instinct for great stories.
"She is a powerful on-screen presence, with a vast audience, and we believe she will be an equally powerful presence behind the scenes. We are honored to be able to provide a home for her ideas, passion and immense talent," Paseornek said.
Just like her brother King Of Pop's success, Janet too has a record of more than 100 million records sold worldwide, and ranks as one of the bestselling artists in the history of contemporary music.
Jackson, sister of King of Pop Michael Jackson, has a thriving music career but it is her first foray into production. But the Why Did I Get Married star says movieshave always been her first love, the Hollywood Reporter said.
"Many people forget I started out as an actor. I have been fortunate to work in the film industry, though not as much as I would like. I have a passion for storytelling, and have been doing it through my music for some time," she said.
Jackson, who has starred in three Tyler Perry films Why Did I Get Married, Why Did I Get Married Too and For Colored Girls and John Singleton's 1993 dramaPoetic Justice, is currently on her Number Ones: Up Close and Personal world tour.
Mike Paseornek, Lionsgate president of motion picture production and development, says the studio recognized Jackson's instinct for great stories.
"She is a powerful on-screen presence, with a vast audience, and we believe she will be an equally powerful presence behind the scenes. We are honored to be able to provide a home for her ideas, passion and immense talent," Paseornek said.
Just like her brother King Of Pop's success, Janet too has a record of more than 100 million records sold worldwide, and ranks as one of the bestselling artists in the history of contemporary music.
