“Janet Jackson Saved My Life: Eve Opens Up About Drink-Spiking Incident at 2007 VMAs”
In a powerful and emotional revelation, rapper and actress Eve opened up about a traumatic experience from the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards after-party—an incident that almost derailed her night and could have ended far worse. Speaking candidly, Eve recalled how her drink had been spiked after she left it unattended, leading to a terrifying physical and emotional reaction.
“I couldn’t control myself,” Eve shared. “I didn’t know what was happening to me. I felt overwhelmed, confused, and scared.”
Amid the chaos, Missy Elliott—longtime friend and industry peer—rushed in to check on her. But the most unexpected hero that night was someone Eve had never even met before: Janet Jackson.
Janet walked into the room and saw Eve in a state of distress. But instead of hesitating, the music icon immediately took charge. “She didn’t ask questions. She just jumped into action,” Eve said. “She told people to get water, hot sauce, and a piece of white bread.”
It may sound unusual, but Janet’s quick thinking and maternal energy helped ground Eve in the moment. “That knocked me right out of my hysteria,” Eve recalled. “She saved my life.”
The moment wasn’t just about the first aid—it was about compassion. A superstar like Janet Jackson, in the middle of a glamorous event, chose to show kindness and care when it mattered most.
Eve’s story is a sobering reminder of how vulnerable people—especially women—can be in nightlife settings, even in elite circles. It also highlights how the smallest acts of human kindness can leave the biggest impact.
In Eve’s words, Janet Jackson wasn’t just an icon that night. She was a guardian angel.
