Janet Jackson snubbed a London residency offer in favor of a more lucrative Las Vegas gig.

Pop icon Janet Jackson has opted for the bright lights of Las Vegas over a London residency, landing a lucrative $13 million deal to bring her show to Sin City. This decision reportedly left Jackson “jumping for joy” and solidified a string of “fresh and dynamic” concerts at the opulent Resort World Las Vegas.

The winter holiday season is rumored to be the kick-off point for the residency, with Jackson’s manager, Mo Elmasri, expressing excitement: “We are thrilled to announce Janet’s upcoming residency. Janet is excited to connect with her fans and bring her iconic music to life in a fresh and dynamic way.”

The hefty Las Vegas payout significantly outweighed a competing offer from London, making the choice a clear financial win for Jackson. Additionally, sources suggest Jackson has her sights set on an even bigger payday with a potential New Year’s Eve blowout performance in the gambling mecca.

This news comes as Jackson wraps up her highly successful 96-show “Together Again” tour, a tour that featured a particularly moving duet performance with a video projection of her late brother, Michael Jackson. Reflecting on the emotional moment, Jackson stated, “That’s always been my role,” highlighting the enduring bond with her brother.

While details regarding the Las Vegas residency are still being finalized, its timing will likely depend on Celine Dion’s health and her residency schedule at the same venue. Dion is currently battling the effects of stiff person syndrome.

This isn’t Jackson’s first foray into extended Las Vegas performances. Her previous residency, “Metamorphosis,” held at the Park MGM, proved to be a financial success as well, placing her among the city’s top five highest-grossing female residency artists.

However, Jackson’s dedication to her craft has raised some concerns. In preparation for her recent tour, she reportedly followed an extremely restrictive diet consisting solely of broccoli and water. While the effectiveness of fad diets like Ozempic is a hot topic, Jackson’s approach has worried some insiders who fear for her long-term health.

Despite these concerns, Janet Jackson’s Las Vegas residency promises to be a dazzling spectacle, bringing her timeless music to a new generation of fans.