Janet Jackson welcomes the arrival of her first baby.

Publish date: Wednesday, 4 Jan 2017, 11:20AM

2017 has ticked over and Janet Jackson has extra reason to welcome the new year! It has just been revealed that Janet Jackson has given birth to her first child, a baby boy Eissa Al Mana.

There wasn't much reported on her pregnancy and it's reported that Jackson has enjoyed her time away from the limelight, winding down and relaxing with her husband Wissam Al Mana. She did tweet in November, responding to well wishes:

Hey you guys.. It's been awhile.. but I'm still listening.. I feel your love and prayers.. Thank you.. and I'm doing well.. Al Hamdu lillah
— Janet Jackson (@JanetJackson) November 19, 2016

Congratulations Janet Jackson!

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