Janet Jackson Responds to Justin Timberlake Super Bowl Malfunction Doc - STYLECASTER

After the release of Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson, a new documentary about the aftermath of Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake‘s infamous 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, the “Rhythm Nation” singer herself has seemingly weighed in on the controversy herself.

The former NSYNC member has been at the center of renewed controversy following the documentary’s release for the way he reacted to his infamous Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show performance with Janet.

For those who don’t know, in 2004, Janet and Justin were chosen by the NFL and MTV to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime Show together.

Janet released a video statement as a result, telling audiences, “The decision to have a costume reveal at the end of my halftime show performance was made after final rehearsals.

I apologize to anyone offended, including the audience, MTV, CBS and the NFL.” Years later, Janet told Oprah Winfrey that she regretted her apology.

Meanwhile, Justin joked about the incident at first, telling reporters immediately following the show, “I love giving y’all something to talk about” before suggesting that Janet’s wardrobe malfunction was “every man’s dream.” He later offered a brief apology in a statement to MTV News: “I am sorry that anyone was offended by the wardrobe malfunction during the halftime performance of the Super Bowl.

Years later, Justin finally issued a public apology to Janet while briefly mentioning her in a statement about fellow pop star Britney Spears.

I specifically want to apologize to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson both individually, because I care for and respect these women and I know I failed.”

Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson is available to stream on Hulu