Let me tell you about a little miracle named Eissa. Janet Jackson, the incredible songstress and dancer we all know and adore, is now also a proud mom. In January 2017, Janet welcomed her first child, Eissa, into the world. At 50 years old, she decided to become a mom, and her life has never been the same. Since then, Janet has embraced motherhood with open arms, sharing how much her son has transformed her life for the better. So, let’s dive into the story of Janet’s only child and the joy he brings to her life.
Eissa: The Little One Who Changed Janet’s Life
In 2012, Janet tied the knot with Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana. Fast forward to June 2016, and Janet made a surprising announcement: she was canceling her Unbreakable World Tour to focus on starting a family. Rumors swirled that she was pregnant, and sure enough, in October 2016, Janet confirmed she was expecting a baby. Three months after Eissa’s birth, Janet and Wissam separated, eventually heading toward divorce. Since then, Janet has been navigating the challenges and joys of single motherhood.
In a candid interview with Stellar in 2019, Janet opened up about the struggles of being a working mom. "It's not easy," she admitted. "I don’t have a nanny. I do it all myself. If my mother could handle nine kids, then I can handle one. Of course, when I’m working, someone helps out, but at the end of the day, it’s just me and my baby. My life has changed dramatically since Eissa came into the world. He’s my priority, and I wouldn’t have it any other way."
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A Rare Glimpse Into Eissa’s World
Janet is known for keeping her personal life private, and that includes her son. However, she did share a rare moment on social media in 2017, posting a sweet photo of Eissa after his nap. While Janet doesn’t share many pictures of her son, fans have caught glimpses of Eissa’s playful personality through stories of his interests. From eating music note-shaped pancakes to playing the violin and watching Paw Patrol, Eissa shows a love for music and creativity, just like his mom.
Eissa’s Musical Influences
Janet has always had a soft spot for music, and it seems her son shares that passion. In an interview with Billboard in May 2018, Janet revealed that her son’s first musical love was Bruno Mars. "Bruno was really the first music my son responded to," Janet said. "During and after his birth, I found comfort in Brazilian jazz, which always relaxes me. But when Eissa started crawling, Bruno was everywhere on the radio, and we both loved it. Bruno reminds me of the great artists who could do it all—write, sing, dance, produce."
Eissa’s musical journey doesn’t stop there. In a 2019 radio interview with Carrie & Tommy, Janet shared that her son is incredibly musical and has a great sense of pitch. Eissa takes inspiration from Janet’s late brother, Michael Jackson, and his iconic music. "He does this thing that my brother did from 'Doesn’t Really Care About Us,' the march and the hand," Janet explained. "He does a few things. He does the head. He loves 'Smooth Criminal.' It’s amazing to see him connect with the music that shaped my life."
How Motherhood Has Changed Janet
In 2019, as Janet prepared for her performance at the Glastonbury Festival, she shared with The Sunday Times that Eissa often attended her rehearsals. "I’ve slowed down a great deal," Janet said. "I don’t rehearse as many hours as I used to because of being with my baby. My days have been cut in half so I can spend that time with him. Motherhood has changed my priorities, and I couldn’t be happier about it."
