

He's a man of mystery....on the arms of one of the most famous women in the world. Until now, we have learned very little about Wissam al Mana, the boyfriend of Janet Jackson. Check out an article on Janet's man from Harper's Bazaar Arabia inside...
Janet Jackson's boyfriend recently sat for an interview with Harper's Bazaar Arabia, and we get an inside look into Ms. Jackson's new velvety love:
The text from the article:
WISSAM al Mana, 36
Managing director of al Mana’s fashion portfolio which includes HermÈs, Sonia Rykiel and Agent Provocateur.
Career in a nutshell:
I work in a family business
founded by my late father over 60 years ago.
Today our group comprises over 50 companies in the Gulf region in real estate, automotive istribution, engineering and construction, retail, food services and media, and is managed by mytwo brothers and I.In 2004 I wanted to expand our retail division into luxury. Today, our luxury division comprises of over 40 stores in the Gulf, representing brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Hermès, Balenciaga, Chloé and Roberto Cavalli. We have also developed two Saks Fifth Avenue department stores, one in Dubai and the other in Bahrain, with plans to open more.
How did you pick your career path:
I spent many years growing up in London where I developed an early love of fashion and remember applying for a job at every fashion boutique on the Kings Road. At 14 I finally found a weekend job at a multi-brand store. I really enjoyed it andbegan to acquire an insight into the world ofretail that would prove crucial for my career.
Who is your career role model:
My father was a very humble and down to earth man, and was known for being very honest and trustworthy. He taught us many great values such as to treat our employees with dignity and respect.
What ambitions do you harbour:
I would like to get more involved in art, photography and design. I would also like to get more involved in philanthropy and maybe take some time off everything to do just that.
What do you wear to work:
I’m usually wearing a pair of jeans by Dior, PRPS or Dolce & Gabbana. An Hermès or Balenciaga hoodie, Rick Owens tank top and leather jacket with a pair of sneakers or Louboutin hi-tops. Sometimes I wear a suit – only Giorgio Armani made to measure – with an Hermès shirt, belt and shoes. When I’m in the GCC I like to wear my traditional attire; thobe and ghutra, which is so comfortable and I love the fact that it’s tailor made and you can choose between different fabrics. Besides, it’s part of my culture and heritage.
Who is your dream woman:
I think a man’s dream woman changes as he goes through different stages in his life. I’m fortunate to be dating my dream woman now.
What is your dream boy’s toy:
Ha! That’s funny because my girlfriend [singer Janet Jackson] just bought me the most amazing gift; a 1964 Lincoln Continental convertable with suicide doors... and it’s in mint condition. That’s my ultimate boy’s toy.
Is greed good:
Greed is terrible. I think we need to learn how to be content with what we have. Money doesn’t buy happiness, nor do material things.
Hmmm....seems like Janet found a man with his head on straight. We likey. And about him dating his dream girl...Awwwww.
Comments
I think Janet is very happy
1:29 am - Jan 22, '12
I think Janet is very happy
1:27 am - Jan 22, '12
I think Janet is very happy
1:27 am - Jan 22, '12
awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
2:32 am - Dec 14, '10
you people do realize that
9:09 pm - Dec 11, '10
Janet, please give Jermaine
7:31 am - Dec 11, '10
WHOEVER SAID JANET JACKSON IS
3:01 pm - Dec 10, '10
The perfect Christmas gift.
2:38 pm - Dec 10, '10
I LIKEEEEE!!!
1:49 pm - Dec 10, '10
Janet, please give Jermaine
7:19 am - Dec 10, '10
He messed up that
10:29 pm - Dec 10, '10
How do you know it was him
7:40 am - Dec 11, '10
Um get a life. o.O Who begs
7:14 pm - Dec 10, '10
Janet, please give Jermaine
7:19 am - Dec 10, '10
Janet, please give Jermaine
7:18 am - Dec 10, '10
ONLINE STORE—“ ====
6:00 am - Dec 10, '10
Janet is rich!! She is
5:33 am - Dec 10, '10
The perfect Christmas gift.
4:10 am - Dec 10, '10
I'm convinced about 85% of
3:15 am - Dec 10, '10
Arab men are real men! They
1:05 am - Dec 10, '10
Black men don't need to learn
3:47 am - Dec 11, '10
I always thought he was a
12:57 am - Dec 10, '10
haha i was thinking the same
1:59 am - Dec 10, '10
Janet going to regret buying
12:30 am - Dec 10, '10
He seems humble and it is a
11:35 pm - Dec 9, '10
I like these two together.
11:33 pm - Dec 9, '10
Janet, please give Jermaine
10:54 pm - Dec 9, '10
Ewwww! The cheating troll is
2:34 am - Dec 10, '10
Interesting. I think this guy
10:32 pm - Dec 9, '10
Are you illiterate? He said
2:36 am - Dec 10, '10
Her boyfriend is rich!! He
9:19 pm - Dec 9, '10
Really happy for her. He
9:07 pm - Dec 9, '10
Damn Janet know how to
8:51 pm - Dec 9, '10
He is a quantum leap from
8:34 pm - Dec 9, '10
At least Dupri actually loved
8:41 pm - Dec 9, '10
Making assumption aren't we.
2:38 am - Dec 10, '10
Even billionaires love the
9:13 am - Dec 10, '10
FOR REAL. Evryone was going
11:23 pm - Dec 9, '10
Um this is so false. Janet
2:41 am - Dec 10, '10
Janet hasn't been fat since
9:17 am - Dec 10, '10
the whole jackson family are
8:15 pm - Dec 9, '10
Ummm your dumb considerng
11:31 pm - Dec 9, '10
He is gorgeous!!!!! good for
7:59 pm - Dec 9, '10
Well dame Janet, he got a
7:52 pm - Dec 9, '10
Well dame Janet, he got a
7:51 pm - Dec 9, '10
I hope Janet's getting
7:14 pm - Dec 9, '10
LOL at you thinking he's
2:43 am - Dec 10, '10
umm Wassam is a BILLIONAIRE,
7:56 pm - Dec 9, '10
Janet is all around town
7:09 pm - Dec 9, '10
You're a fool if you believe
2:48 am - Dec 10, '10
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