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Mary J. Blige

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Mary J. Blige, the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” has formulated 13 studio albums and appeared on several films.

Blige has also held numerous endorsements, developed her own record label Matriarch and production company.

In 2003, Blige married her then manager, Martin Kendu Issacs. Blige and Issacs were married for 15 years before divorcing in June 2018. Before the finalization of their split, the former couple battled over spousal support.

Blige just launched a jewelry line called “Sister Love” and continues to perform her music all over the world; to the delight of her fans.