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Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana have reportedly called it quits

THREE months after giving birth to the couple’s first child, Janet Jackson has reportedly split from her Qatari husband Wissam Al Mana.

Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana.
Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana.

JANET Jackson has reportedly split from her husband Wissam Al Mana just three months after the couple welcomed their first child.

The Rhythm Nation singer gave birth to son Eissa on January 3 at the age of 50, after the star cancelled her 2016 world tour to focus on becoming a mother, The Sun reports.

On Saturday night, The Mail on Sunday claimed the couple had parted ways after five years of marriage.

A source told the publication: “Sadly, Janet and Wissam have decided that it wasn’t working and to go their separate ways.

“They’re both busy people but determined to be good parents, even if they’re apart.

“It’s amicable and Eissa will stay with his mother, who is basing herself in London.”

\Singer/actor Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana seen here in 2013.
\Singer/actor Janet Jackson and husband Wissam Al Mana seen here in 2013.

The couple married in 2012 and was the singer’s third trip down the aisle after previously being married to fellow musician James DeBarge from 1984 until 1985 and dancer Rene Elizondo Jr. from 1991 until 2000.

If the reports are true, a potential divorce could prove quite costly as Wissam, 42, is estimated to have a fortune of around $989 million from his role as CEO of multinational Al Mana business conglomerate.

This is at least four times Janet’s worth.

Confirming the arrival of the couple’s son in January, a representative said: “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.”

Representatives for Janet Jackson have been contacted regarding the split rumours.

This article originally appeared on The Sun and has been republished here with permission.

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