Mary J. Blige News

A superstar diva in her own right with sales of over 50 million records and six number one hits, multiple Emmy and Grammy awards winner Paula Abdul is set to host the 'VH1 Divas' live concert event.

Kathy Griffin, Jennifer Hudson and Cyndi Lauper are among the performers who grace the stage at the VH1 Diva's Live Concert tomorrow, September 17 at 9:00 pm on VH1.

Erica Watson - 'big, bold and beautiful' actor, comedian, director and commentator for the Oxygen Network and BET - returns to her hometown Chicago with the solo show 'Fat Bitch!' This five-night only run is a funny yet thought-provoking look at how society's obsession with weight, race and class have formed the way the world views her shape, and includes her interactions with men, from the boardroom to the bedroom.

Multiple news outlets are reporting that the Michael Jackson Tribute Concert which was scheduled for Vienna on September 26 has been cancelled. Recent reports noted that many of the artists scheduled to perform had other obligations during the time of the concert, which is now hoping to be organized for June 2010 in London.

Emmy Award-winning talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has joined AMERICAN IDOL as a fourth judge. DeGeneres will sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi and offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition.

Emmy Award-winning talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has joined AMERICAN IDOL as a fourth judge. DeGeneres will sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi and offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition.

The New York Post's Page Six reports that Paula Abdul has officially announced, via her 'Twitter' page that she will not be returning to FOX's American Idol.

Jazz violinist Regina Carter, whose sound is marked by eclectic virtuosity, heart, and a stunning fusion of classical and modern styles, performs with her combo at 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 4, at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre in Malibu.

Star Wars: In Concert, a unique multi-media event featuring music from all six of John Williams' epic Star Wars scores, begins its worldwide arena tour on October 1 and 2, 2009 at Honda Center in Anaheim, California, and October 7 and 8 at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California.

Broadway and Wicked star Eden Espinosa who is set to debut at the Ford Amphitheatre in 'ME' this Friday, July 24 with special guest Grammy winner Paula Cole sits down with Broadway World to discuss her concert debut, all things Wicked, the plight Brooklyn and getting naked in RENT!

Rick Crom (Urinetown, The Goodbye Girl), Marina Franklin ('Chappelle's Show') and Erica Watson (upcoming film Push) headline A Hip-Hop Def Comedy Jam at the Comedy Cellar (117 MacDougal Street) on Sunday, June 7, 2009 from 4:00 pm until 6;30 pm. Presented by the production team behind the new play Twin Towers, the event benefits the New York-based non-profit ENACT, where actors use role-play and drama therapy techniques to help New York City students learn emotional and social skills.

Fox Concerts presents comedian Mike Epps live at the Fabulous Fox Theatre May 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and prices are $50 & $45 with a limited number of gold circle seats also available. All prices are subject to change.

Fox Concerts presents comedian Mike Epps live at the Fabulous Fox Theatre May 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and prices are $50 & $45 with a limited number of gold circle seats also available. All prices are subject to change.

In its eleven years, amfAR's black-tie dinner and gala have honored the likes of Carine Roitfeld, Julian Schnabel, Anna Wintour, Barbara Walters, Tom Hanks, Richard Gere, and many more. This year, Donna Karan, Liza Minelli, and Howard and Cindy Rachofsky were added to the illustrious list. The annual gala, which has raised nearly $10 million over the years to support AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and the advocacy of sound AIDS-related public policy, celebrated the new honorees on February 12 at Cipriani 42nd Street with an unofficial pre-party to New York's Fashion Week

The Grammy Awards were presented on February 8, 2009, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

The BET Honors took place at the Warner Theater in Washington DC on January 17th. Samuel L. Jackson was among the many stars that showed up to pay tribute to the lives and accomplishments of 'African American luminaries'. The event hosted by Gabrielle Union honored the likes of Mary J. Blige, Tyler Perry and Magic Johnson. Anita Baker performed thrilling versions of 'One' and 'Caught Up In The Rapture' while Monica sang 'Not Gon Cry' during a tribute to Mary J. Blige.

The BET Honors took place at the Warner Theater in Washington DC on January 17th. The star of the big version of CHICAGO and HAIRSPRAY Queen Latifah was among the many stars that showed up to pay tribute to the lives and accomplishments of 'African American luminaries'. The event hosted by Gabrielle Union honored the likes of Mary J. Blige, Tyler Perry and Magic Johnson. Anita Baker performed thrilling versions of 'One' and 'Caught Up In The Rapture' while Monica sang 'Not Gon Cry' during a tribute to Mary J. Blige.

USA Today has revealed that Beyonce will sing for Barack and Michelle Obama's first dance on inauguration night. The song has just been announced to be the Etta James classic 'At Last.' The star recently portrayed the blues great in the film Cadillac Records (where she also sings the song).