MTV's high-profile special mtv:ICON was the top-rated cable program Tuesday, nabbing a 3.5 household rating.
An annual event which profiled Janet Jackson in its first installment, mtv:ICON earned a 5.9 among females 12-24, beating all broadcast and cable programs for the night in that demographic. Artists Destiny's Child and Macy Gray were among the mtv:ICON performers who helped honor Jackson's achievement. There were also appearances by Micheal Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Britney Spears.
After taking a look at the numbers, MTV President Van Toffler said, "We're well on our way to developing this into a successful music franchise for MTV."
- Susanne Ault
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