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Jenna Dewanis fondly looking back at her time as one ofJanet Jackson’s backup dancers.
TheStep Upalum, 41,posted a carousel of throwback photosand videos on Instagram Thursday, showcasing her incredible dancing skills while sharing the stage with the iconic performer.
“TBT to living out one of my biggest dreams,” Dewan started the heartfelt caption. “I had one goal and one goal only when moving to LA… and that was touring with the legend herself.”
“I not only had one of the most incredible experiences of my life touring with Janet but she also showed me just how powerful a woman can be while still having unwavering kindness and respect for everyone around her,” theSupergirlactress added. “Truly an experience of a lifetime. I love you @janetjackson ! 😘😘.”
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Upon seeing Dewan’s sweet post about her once-in-a-lifetime experience, Jackson, 55, replied, “😘😘.”
This isn’t the first time that Dewan has reminisced about her time as a dancer for the “That’s the Way Love Goes” singer.
On Oct. 7, 2017, theWitches of East Endstar posted a snap to Instagram of a group of Jackson’s former dancers from multiple tours.
“Generations of Janet kids brought together…!♥️ Dancing for her was always way more than a job, it was being part of a legacy,” she captioned the pic. “I have been pinching myself all day being in a room years later dancing with these legends. Excited to share soon.”
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During an appearance onWatch What Happens LivewithAndy Cohenin May earlier that year, Dewan opened up about her relationship with Jackson, answering a fan question about whether or not she’s still in touch with her.
“I’m not really in touch with Janet, but when I see her — we’ve seen each other at various parties or we actually emailed a little while ago,” she explained.
Added Dewan: “I kind of owe everything to Janet. She was my dream job, she was my first big dance job and because of her, I met certain people who then led me to others, then led to acting then led to here.”
source: people.com
