Janet Jackson Reveals Missed Opportunity to Play Storm in ‘X-Men’
In a revelation that sends ripples through the realms of both music and cinema, Janet Jackson, the iconic pop sensation, unveiled a tantalizing secret during a teaser clip of her upcoming appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show.
Amidst the glitz and glamour of her storied career, Jackson disclosed that she was once on the cusp of donning the cape and cowl of a superhero on the silver screen. The coveted role? None other than Storm, the weather-wielding mutant from the X-Men franchise, a part that ultimately found its home with Halle Berry.
The revelation unfolded as the show’s hosts reminisced over a photo of Jackson at the 2000 MTV Movie Awards, clad in a sleek, all-black ensemble reminiscent of characters from The Matrix.
Dispelling rumours of her involvement in the acclaimed sci-fi franchise, Jackson clarified, “This is horrible. I can’t remember the film, but Halle Berry played Storm. But I couldn’t [take the part] because I was just embarking on the Janet Tour.”
This admission sheds new light on a longstanding desire of Jackson’s, one she first shared during an interview on The Steve Harvey Morning Show in 2022. Reflecting on her aspirations to portray a superhero onscreen, Jackson revealed the near-miss encounter with the X-Men universe, recounting how director Bryan Singer had approached her for the role of Storm before ultimately casting Berry.
Yet, even as she grappled with the spectre of a missed opportunity, Jackson found herself thrust into the limelight once more for a different reason: a heartfelt birthday message to her ex-boyfriend Q-Tip.
Taking to Instagram earlier this month, Jackson shared a poignant tribute to the A Tribe Called Quest legend, sparking speculation among fans about the nature of their relationship. The post, accompanied by a black-and-white portrait of Q-Tip, ignited a flurry of excitement as observers pondered the possibility of a rekindled romance between the former flames.
Their history, intertwined through decades of friendship and creative collaboration, continues to captivate audiences, reminding us that even amidst the glitz and glamour of fame, the bonds of friendship and love remain steadfast and enduring.
