While some superstars are able to overcome addiction and clean up their acts quietly and swiftly, it takes others years of struggling with drug or alcohol abuse and “rock bottom” career-threatening moments including arrests, near-death experiences or worse to admit that help is needed. Check out 20 Rappers & Singers Who Suffered From Addiction.
Leave it to Mary J. Blige to close out a show with grace. The singer looked regal with platinum blonde 'do and a shimmery black gown as she brought down the house as the final performance at the 2015 BET Honors. The show, which aired on Monday night (Feb. 23), surrounded the theme of excellence and Mary embodied it in every way.
The 2015 Essence Music Festival will feature Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige, Erykah Badu, Common and India.Arie on the main stage at the Mecedes-Benz Superdome. This is the 21st year of the festival, which will take place July 2-5.
To put it simply, Mary J. Blige has always been Mary J. Blige, but even her most dedicated fans may need to be schooled about a thing or two from her past. Check out 25 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Mary J. Blige.
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Mary J. Blige's second effort, 'My Life,' The Boombox asked five hip-hop luminaries to share their stories and perspectives on Blige's breakthrough album.