Several months later , Jackson performed a tribute to Michael at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards , performing their duet " Scream " . MTV stated " there was no one better than Janet to anchor it and send a really powerful message . " The performance was lauded by critics , with '' Entertainment Weekly '' affirming the rendition " as energetic as it was heartfelt "
2009 MTV Video Music Awards
2009 MTV Video Music Awards
Janet Jackson