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Monday, 11 December 2006, 11:52 GMT

Prince to play at the Super Bowl

Prince Pop star Prince has been lined up to perform during the halftime show at the Super Bowl next February, in Miami.

The Super Bowl is US TV's highest rated show, and its spectacular interval performances have come under scrutiny in recent years.

Janet Jackson caused outrage in 2004 when her breast was exposed during a routine with Justin Timberlake.

This year the Rolling Stones were censored during their slot after some lyrics were deemed sexually explicit.

Next year's event will take place at the Dolphin Stadium, near Miami, on 4 February.

Last month the US TV network CBS launched an appeal against its fine over the Jackson incident.

CBS appeal

The network is suing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over the fine $550,000 (£290,000) imposed.

Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake at the 2004 Superbowl

Lawyers for CBS argue the "unintended" exposure should not be considered indecent.

The FCC, which has maintained that the so-called "wardrobe malfunction" was indecent, is defending the fine.

Prince has had a string of hits since he began recording in the late 70s, including When Doves Cry, Purple Rain and Kiss.



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Related to this story:
Court challenge to Jackson fine (21 Nov 06 |  Entertainment )
Prince sets sights on Las Vegas (02 Nov 06 |  Entertainment )
CBS launch Jackson flash appeal (29 Jul 06 |  Entertainment )
Fox TV chief slams decency rules (25 Jul 06 |  Entertainment )

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