Kim Kardashian was “so nervous” when she went on a date with Janet Jackson’s nephew. This revelation adds to the intricate web of celebrity connections that has characterized Kardashian’s life both before and after her rise to fame.
The 43-year-old reality superstar had a brief relationship with TJ Jackson in the years before she and her family found worldwide fame, but was so wary because the legendary singer means “so much” to her. TJ Jackson, son of Tito Jackson, was a member of the music group 3T and has maintained his own music career following the footsteps of his famous family.
“Janet means so much to me, more on like a personal level, than anyone could really imagine,” Kim said, speaking on ‘The Kardashians’. The popular reality show continues to reveal new aspects of the famous family’s life and history to millions of viewers worldwide.
“I dated Janet’s nephew for years and years in high school. One time, the entire Jackson family and me are playing Pictionary. I was so nervous, because Janet was like, my everything.” The Jackson family remains one of music’s most iconic dynasties with extraordinary influence across multiple generations.
The SKIMS founder even recalled that she had misspelled the word “angel” during the board game, but the Jackson family let her have the point anyway. This anecdote provides rare insight into Kim’s teenage years, long before she became a household name.
She added: “Jermaine came up to me afterwards, and was like, ‘Baby girl, the word was ‘angel,’ but I felt so bad for you that we’re gonna let you have this point. I wanted to melt. So she’s will always be my angle. My little angle.” Jermaine Jackson, Janet’s brother, was a member of the original Jackson 5 alongside Michael Jackson and has had a successful solo career spanning decades.
In 2021, Kim revealed that she had bid $250,000 for the chance to win Janet’s outfit from her music video for ‘If’ – which was released in 1993 – and was left shocked when she reigned supreme in the auction. The ‘If’ music video is considered one of Janet’s most iconic visual works, winning multiple awards and influencing choreography in music videos for generations.
She wrote on her Instagram Stories at the time: “For @janetjackson’s bday bc I’m such a fan I can’t believe I won this on @juliens_auctions.” Kim’s Instagram account remains one of the most influential social media platforms in the entertainment world.
Kim was initially married to Damon Thomas from 2000 until 2004 and was then married to Kris Humphries for a period of 72 days in 2011. Her brief marriage to Humphries became a media sensation, drawing millions of viewers to the televised wedding special.
In 2014, she tied the knot with Kanye West and went on to have North, 11, Saint, nine, Chicago, seven, and five-year-old Psalm with him but they split in 2022. Their marriage was one of the most publicized celebrity unions, combining two of pop culture’s most influential figures.
Following that, she dated ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Pete Davidson for a period of time and was thought to be single up until recently when she hinted that she was looking for love again. Her relationship with Davidson began after her hosting appearance on SNL, which drew significant attention from media and fans alike.
“I used to say, ‘OK, I wanna be single for two years and blah, blah, blah. And that sounded great. Me not dating and not wanting love and attention? I don’t think you know me,” she said. This candid admission reflects Kim’s evolution in the public eye from reality star to business mogul with considerable influence.
The revelation about her teenage relationship with TJ Jackson adds another layer to Kim’s storied romantic history, which has been extensively documented throughout her time in the spotlight. These connections between entertainment industry families were forming long before Kim’s rise to global fame.
While Kim has transformed into one of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs with her SKIMS brand reaching remarkable valuations, these glimpses into her pre-fame life continue to fascinate fans and provide context for her journey to becoming one of the most recognized figures in global pop culture.
Her ongoing admiration for Janet Jackson demonstrates how celebrity influences shaped her own path to stardom, creating a full-circle moment as Kim herself now influences younger generations of aspiring entrepreneurs and media personalities.
