02 Nov New Documentary Examines “Nipplegate”
FX, Hulu and the New York Times — the team behind ‘Framing Britney Spears’ — are coming together once again for a documentary that takes a deep dive into 2004 Super Bowl performance that effectively ended Janet Jackson’s music career.
Premiering on November 19, the documentary is titled ‘Malfunction: The Dressing Down of JanetJackson.’ According to reports, it will examine the racial and cultural aspects around the incident — known as “Nipplegate” — and how they influenced the outcomes for all parties involved. It also takes a look at former Viacom boss Les Moonves’ role in ruining Janet Jackson’s career.
Coming just nine months after the Britney doc, it’s clear that someone at FX, Hulu or the New York Times has time for Justin Timberlake, and we love to see it. He’s probably already drafting a weak-ass statement in response to the documentary.
PS: Never forget that the whole bra-ripping stunt was Justin’s idea — it was aimed at upstaging Britney Spears and Madonna’s kiss at the VMAs a few months prior.