Janet Jackson claims she was fat-shamed by brother Michael Jackson and he called her a ‘pig’ because of her weight

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By Pelumi Emmanuel

Published: January 26, 2022 | 7:52 AM

Janet Jackson alleges her late brother Michael Jackson called her a “pig” and a “slaughter hog” because of her changing weight.

Janet, who addresses fat-shaming comments in her new documentary, recalls her tumultuous relationship with Michael and how his insults affected her. During their upbringing, she claims he called her “fat, horse, pig, cow, and dog.”

“When someone tells you you’re too heavy, it affects you,” she explained. Janet claimed they both laughed at the moment, but the taunts stayed with her for a long time.

She discusses her weight issues in the 2-part docu-series which airs January 28 and 29 on A&E and Lifetime.

The 55-year-old pop singer opened up about allegations of child sex abuse made against her brother, saying she was shocked and devastated.

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