Biography
From Wikipedia, Free Online Encyclopedia: Mary Jane Blige (/blaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist. She started her career as a backing singer on Uptown Records in 1989. She has released 13 studio albums, eight of which have achieved multi-platinum worldwide sales. Blige has sold over 80 million records, has won nine Grammy Awards, four American Music Awards, twelve Billboard Music Awards and has also received three Golden Globe Award nomin...
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Complete Filmography

Family Affair
2025
Executive Producer
Tensions rise between Kendra and Ben as they move out of the city and struggle with fertility issues. Their relationship reaches a boiling point when ...

Wham!: Last Christmas Unwrapped
2024
as Self
The story of how George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's Wham! turned one song into a cultural phenomenon. As well as new interviews with Wham! fans and ...

2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2024
as Self
Inductees Are Recognized for Having Contributed Over 25 Years of Musical Excellence. Live on Saturday, October 19th 2024 at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldh...

Rob Peace
2024
as Jackie Peace
An underprivileged, gifted young black man from Newark reaches Yale University, only for shadows and injustices from his past to threaten his future.

Rob Peace
2024
Executive Producer
An underprivileged, gifted young black man from Newark reaches Yale University, only for shadows and injustices from his past to threaten his future.

TMZ Presents: The Downfall of Diddy
2024
as Self (archive footage)
A series of lawsuits and allegations have legendary rap mogul P. Diddy on the ropes. TMZ has the troubling inside story from people who were there.

Thriller 40
2023
as Self
Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to t...

Strength of a Woman
2023
Executive Producer, Writer
It follows Kendra who finds herself in a failing marriage and must deal with her life decisions. When Ben comes back into her life, she is backed into...

Real Love
2023
Writer, Executive Producer
It follows Kendra as she sets off on her own for the first time to college. When she meet's her film class partner Ben, she tries her hardest to keep ...

Carole King and her Songs at the BBC
2023
as Self (archive footage)
This celebration of the best of Carole King features a collection of irresistible performances from her and other great artists, taken from a selectio...

THE SHOW: California Love
2022
as Self
Go behind the scenes of the historic Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige and Eminem. The c...

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2022
as Self
The 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. ...

Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
2022
as Self (archive footage)
Celebrated author and Nation magazine sports editor Dave Zirin tackles the myth that the NFL was somehow free of politics before Colin Kaepernick and ...

George Michael: Freedom Uncut
2022
as Self
Freedom Uncut chronicles the tumultuous — yet creatively fruitful — period of George Michael’s life and career following the release of his 1987 solo ...

You're Watching Video Music Box
2021
as Self (archive footage)
The untold story of the world’s longest running video show, Video Music Box. A hip hop mainstay since 1983, VMB gave a platform to artists like Jay-Z,...

2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2021
as Self
Filmed at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio, the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors inductees: Tina Turner, Carol...

Respect
2021
as Dinah Washington
The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.

Mary J. Blige's My Life
2021
as Self
Mary J. Blige set the music world on fire with her trailblazing 1994 LP "My Life." The singer, producer and actress reveals the demons and blessings t...

Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell
2021
as Self (archive footage)
Christopher Wallace, AKA The Notorious B.I.G., remains one of Hip-Hop’s icons, renowned for his distinctive flow and autobiographical lyrics. This doc...

Pink Skies Ahead
2020
as Doctor Monroe
A young woman struggles with an anxiety disorder after dropping out of school.

The Violent Heart
2020
as Nina
Fifteen years after the murder of his older sister, taciturn Daniel finds himself falling for Cassie, a vivacious high school senior in this southern ...

Body Cam
2020
as Renee Lomito-Smith
As a police officer investigates the gruesome murder of her colleague, she discovers that a mysterious supernatural force is behind it.

Trolls World Tour
2020
as Queen Essence (voice)
Queen Poppy and Branch make a surprising discovery — there are other Troll worlds beyond their own, and their distinct differences create big clashes ...

Quincy
2018
as Self
An intimate look into the life of icon Quincy Jones. A unique force in music and popular culture for 70 years, Jones has transcended racial and cultur...

Sherlock Gnomes
2018
as Irene (voice)
Garden gnomes Gnomeo & Juliet recruit renown detective Sherlock Gnomes to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other garden ornaments.

The Box
2018
as Evil Commander
A young imaginative girl wants to stay up past her bedtime...

GRAMMYS' Greatest Stories: A 60th Anniversary Special
2017
as Self
GRAMMYS® Greatest Stories: A 60th Anniversary Special is a retrospective packed with epic moments from the past 59 years of GRAMMY history, featuring ...

Mudbound
2017
as Florence Jackson
In the post–World War II South, two families are pitted against a barbaric social hierarchy and an unrelenting landscape as they simultaneously fight ...

George Michael: Freedom
2017
as Self
This documentary covers the span of George Michael's entire career, concentrating on the formative period in the late Grammy® Award winner’s life and ...

Can't Stop, Won't Stop: A Bad Boy Story
2017
as Herself
A behind-the-scenes look at the prolific label's legacy and offer an in-depth look at the two-night anniversary extravaganza that took place last May ...

Taylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour - Live
2015
as Self
Filmed in front of 76,000 fans at the ANZ Stadium in Sydney, Australia, "The 1989 World Tour Live" captures Taylor Swift's entire performance while al...

The Wiz Live!
2015
as Evillene
Winner of 7 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Wiz was a massive Broadway hit which spawned a dismal feature film starring Diana Ross and Michae...

The Making of the Wiz Live!
2015
as Self
Go behind the curtain in The Land of Oz with NBC's "The Making of The Wiz Live!" The hour-long special will give an exclusive backstage look at this h...

Mary J. Blige: Live at Made in America
2015
as Self
Mary J. Blige rocks New York's Liberty Island on June 21, 2015 performing under the Statue of Liberty. The performance was a prelude to Jay Z and Budw...

Queens of Soul at the BBC
2015
as Self (archive footage)
Performances by legendary female soul singers including Aretha Franklin, Roberta Flack, Gladys Knight, Randy Crawford, Angie Stone, Mary J Blige, Beyo...

Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
2013
as Self
‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ Celebrates 30 Years of Holiday Magic December 25 on ABC-TV.

Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas Special
2013
as Self
Crooning in the holidays. The international star returns for his third annual Christmas special.

Black Nativity
2013
as Platinum Fro
A street-wise teen from Baltimore who has been raised by a single mother travels to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged re...

The Sound of Change Live
2013
as Self
The Sound of Change was a benefit concert held at Twickenham Stadium in London, England, as part of the Chime for Change initiative, founded by Beyonc...

Betty and Coretta
2013
as Dr. Betty Shabazz
The widows of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X and how they carry on as single mothers after the assassination of their husbands.

Rock of Ages
2012
as Justice
A small town girl and a city boy meet on the Sunset Strip, while pursuing their Hollywood dreams.

Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’
2012
as Self
A provocative look into the seven-year history of the series that gave hip hop a voice and broke color barriers, integrating MTV with rap. "Yo! MTV Ra...

Be Inspired: The Life of Heavy D
2012
as Self
He was known as The Overweight Lover, The Heavster, and Most Affectionately, Heavy D. Penned as one of the most likable people in Hip-Hop, he lived a ...

VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul
2011
as Self
VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul was the third of three concerts in the series not aired live. It was taped on December 18, 2011 at the Hammerstein Ballroom ...

Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
2011
as Self
Having forged a 20-year run as one of the most innovative and influential hip hop bands of all time, the Queens NY collective known as 'A Tribe Called...

We Are the World 25 For Haiti
2010
as Self
In late 2009, it was suggested to writer Lionel Richie and producer Quincy Jones that a re-cut version of "We Are the World" be re-released under the ...

Teenage Paparazzo
2010
as Self (uncredited)
A documentary that examines the relationship between celebrity and society.
Hope for Haiti Now
2010
as Self
Telethon concert in support of relief organizations dedicated to assisting victims of the earthquake that struck Haiti on 12 January 2010.

I Can Do Bad All By Myself
2009
as Tanya
When Madea catches teenage Jennifer and her two younger brothers looting her home, she decides to take matters into her own hands and delivers the you...

We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial
2009
as Self
A public celebration of the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America at the Lincoln Memorial and the Nationa...
Mary J. Blige: VH1 Storytellers
2008
as Self
With more than 40 million records sold and eight Grammys, Mary J. Blige is considered one of the most successful R&B singers of our time. In 2008, the...

Soul Divas
2007
as Self
Three generations of powerful soul divas come together in this glittering collection of blistering live performances and classic videos. From Mavis St...

Classic Albums: Jay-Z - Reasonable Doubt
2007
as Self
Reasonable Doubt is the debut album of American rapper Jay-Z, released June 25, 1996 on Roc-A-Fella Records in the United States and on Northwestside ...

George Michael - Twenty Five
2006
as Self
This set is a 25 year retrospective of Michael's career. Included are tracks with Wham!, Aretha Franklin, Sir Elton John, Mary J. Blige, and Whitney H...

An Intimate Evening with Mary J. Blige - Live from the House of Blues
2005
as Self
Mar J Blige, the undeniable Queen of Hip Hop and R&B shares her heart and soul in this intimate performance. Playing to a packed house at Los Angeles'...

JAY-Z: Fade to Black
2004
as Self
An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and ri...

Genius. A Night for Ray Charles
2004
as Self
A meld of legendary performers and contemporary artists of today who have been influenced by Ray's music perform in this concert extravaganza.

And You Don't Stop: 30 Years of Hip-Hop
2004
as Self
The film documents the development of hip hop culture since its inception in the 1970s. With interviews from various figures in the community such as ...

Happy to Be Nappy and Other Stories of Me
2004
as Self (voice)
Today there are more reasons than ever for families to explore and celebrate diversity. Our ever-expanding world is full of differences in abilities, ...

Michael Jackson: The One
2004
as Self
Documentary containing interviews with performers discussing the influence that Michael Jackson had on their career, combined with clips from Jackson'...

Michael Jackson: Number Ones
2003
as Self (archive footage)
Pop king Michael Jackson solidifies his title with this release of fifteen past number one hits. Songs include "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough," "Thri...

Sting: Inside - The Songs of Sacred Love
2003
as Self - Special Guest Vocalist
"Inside the Songs of Sacred Love" proves to be a great showcase for his other band members and provides an interesting look at all of the masterful ta...

DMX: Angel
2001
as Guardian Angel
Angel is a fascinating glimpse into the psyche of rap's most conflicted and charismatic MC. DMX commands arena stages, wrecks his competition in battl...
Jay-Z: MTV Unplugged
2001
as Self
H to the Izzo, V to the Izza. That's right, "H.O.V.A." is descending onto the Unplugged scene, and things will never be the same. Get ready for an exp...

Prison Song
2001
as Mom
Elijah has been bounced from group home to group home throughout his turbulent young life. What has sustained him is his art. After a promised scholar...

VH1 Divas Live: The One and Only Aretha Franklin
2001
as Self
A concert performance by "Lady Soul" Aretha Franklin, as well as Mary J. Blige, Marc Anthony and Jill Scott. From Radio City Music Hall in New York.

All Access: Front Row. Backstage. Live!
2001
as Self
IMAX invites you backstage to the Rock n' Roll event of the year. The acts featured won a combined total of 13 Grammy® Awards in 2000. This exclusive,...

Elton John: One Night Only, The Greatest Hits
2000
as Self - Guest Appearance
One of the biggest musical legends in pop music today, Elton John performs one of his most memorable concerts ever at the world famous Madison Square ...

Gangstresses
2000
as Mary J. Blige
Gangstresses, a documentary by Harry Davis, tells the story of violence, poverty, and survival in the streets from a female perspective. Over a two-ye...

Eric Clapton & Friends in Concert
1999
as Self - Guest star
In Concert: A Benefit for the Crossroads Centre at Antigua is a live concert film featuring performances by the British rock musician Eric Clapton and...

VH1 Divas Live 2: An Honors Concert for VH1's Save the Music
1999
as Self - Performer
In 1999, VH1 brought together on one stage high-powered divas like Tina Turner, Cher, and Whitney Houston along with divas in training Leann Rimes, Br...

Songs & Visions
1997
as Self
A musical event from Wembley Stadium in London featuring the greatest pop hits from the past 40 years performed by today's top recording artists on 16...