FLOP No. 25 – Janet Jackson Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Snub (2019)
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The Promise: A long-overdue celebration for a pop icon at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
What Happened: Janet performed—but HBO cut her segment from the broadcast. No explanation. No highlight reel. No press package. The gesture was muted by the silence.
What Failed: Recognition failed to translate into presence. The moment landed… off air.
What We Learned: If you mute the platform, you mute the power.
What an Event Pro Would’ve Advised: Negotiate platform placement as part of the honor. Coordinate press with production.
