Mary J. Blige was sued in a California court on Wednesday by a West Coast production company who have accused the multiplatinum-selling singer of swiping her hit single “Work That” from their catalogue of songs.
Mary J. Blige proved that she’s got a heart of gold when she purchased a pricey Diane Von Furstenberg dress for a distressed young stranger.
A New York Post spy said: “The girl had a dress on hold that she loved, and the bill was $900. She thought it was only $500, and she couldn’t afford it.” Blige told the saleswoman, “Go get the girl. I want to pay for the balance on the dress.” The customer at first declined Blige’s offer but relented after the singer said, “I know what it’s like to want something and not be able to have it. I insist.” The customer wanted to send her a check for the balance, but Blige said, “Just enjoy it. I’m blessed, so let me do this.”
In celebration of Black Music Month, Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, and Alicia Keys are each featured on Special Edition covers of the June 2008 issue of Essence Magazine. Read the rest of this entry »
Mary J. Blige announced the launch of FFAWN, the Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now. The new charity initiative is targeted toward empowering underprivileged women and girls in Yonkers, New York. Read the rest of this entry »