Thomas Blige, the father of soul diva Mary J. Blige, was stabbed in the neck in Battle Creek, Mich., on Jan. 23 after fighting with an ex-girlfriend. Mr. Blige, 63, is in critical condition after the brutal attack.
The original Mary J. Blige Burger King commercial has been banned due to racial undertone. Being accused of racial stereotyping, Burger King has decided to pull their latest commercial featuring superstar Mary J. Blige promoting the new chicken snack wraps.
The lineup for Essence Festival 2012 has been announced. Aretha Franklin will be honored with the 'Power Award' and is expected to perform, as well. Other acts include Mary J. Blige, Keyshia Cole, Dru Hill, Fantasia, Estelle, Charlie Wilson and more...