Janet Jackson welcomes her first baby

Janet Jackson has been showered with well wishes after successfully giving birth to her first child.
The pop icon, 50, welcomed her first child with husband Wissam Al Mana, on Tuesday, January 3 2017. Jackson’s representative made a statement confirming the birth of their child and said that her pregnancy was stress-free.
“Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana are thrilled to welcome their new son Eissa Al Mana into the world. Janet had a stress-free healthy delivery and is resting comfortably.”
Jackson’s sister, La Toya Jackson, took to Twitter to share her excitement of her new nephew entering the world.
“Jan and Wissam just gave birth to a beautiful baby boy!!! Congratulations!!!”
ET broke the news of Jackson’s pregnancy back in May 2016, just two weeks shy of her birthday. The news came amid a major tour for Jackson, which she was forced to postpone. She explained in a video posted to Twitter at the time why she was postponing the tour.
“We’re in the second leg of the tour and there actually has been a sudden change. I thought it was important that you be the first to know. My husband and I are planning our family, so I’m going to have to delay the tour.”
She also assured fans that she would return as soon as possible.
“Please, if you could try and understand that it’s important that I do this now,” she asked of her fans. “I have to rest up, doctor’s orders. But I have not forgotten about you. I will continue the tour as soon as I possibly can.”
Jackson has maintained a relatively low profile during her pregnancy. After going silent on Twitter in August, Jackson offered an update for her fans in November.
“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.”