Jackson pulls out of SNL

Pop superstar Janet Jackson has reportedly scrapped her appearance on US TV show 'Saturday Night Live' after falling ill.

The 'Nasty' singer was admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on Monday night with a "shortness of breath", according to UsMagazine.com.

Jackson's representatives have since insisted the pop star is "fine" but she has pulled out of performing on Saturday Night Live this weekend, according to TMZ.com.

The star's spokeswoman has revealed Jackson is suffering from the flu, "like everyone else".

Jackson was scheduled to perform two numbers on the show, which is to be guest hosted by 'Superbad' star Jonah Hill.