Janet Jackson has announced details of two gigs at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

The singer will perform at the famous venue on June 30 and July 2 as part of her Up Close & Personal tour.

The gig will see Jackson play 35 songs which have reach number one. The tour will eventually call in 35 cities.

"I have been spending a lot of time in Europe lately,” Jackson said in a statement. “Everyone has been so kind to me.

“I can’t wait to get on stage and show my love for all my fans that have supported me all of these years."

Tickets go on sale on Friday (March 4) at 8am.

(by Jason Gregory)