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Mary J. Blige to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Published

7 years ago

January 5, 2018

Congratulations are in order for singer and songwriter Mary J. Blige. She will be receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony will take place on Jan. 11 at 6201 Hollywood Blvd. in front of Eastown. Sean “Diddy” Combs will join Hollywood Chamber president and CEO Leron Gubler to unveil the star.

Born in the Bronx, N.Y., Blige got her start in music by signing with Uptown Records in 1989. At 18 years old, she was the label’s youngest and first female artist. Her debut album, “What’s the 411?,” was executive produced by Combs and spun off hits including, “You Remind Me” and “Real Love.” Since then, she’s released 12 additional albums that have garnered nine Grammy Award wins from her 31 nominations.

Among her most popular songs are “Family Affair,” “No More Drama,” “Be Without You,” “Not Gon’ Cry,” “Love Is All We Need,” and “Seven Days.”

Blige has also stepped her foot into the acting world. She has appeared in movies such as “Prison Song,” and Tyler Perry’s “I Can Do Bad All by Myself.” She also starred alongside Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin, and Russell Brand in 2012’s “Rock of Ages,” and appeared in 2013’s musical drama “Black Nativity.”

To add to her budding acting resume, Blige has also guest starred on “How to Get Away With Murder,” “Empire,” and “30 Rock.” She also played Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, on NBC’s musical “The Wiz Live!”

As you can see Blige is definitely deserving of her own star. I know I’ll be watching alongside countless others as she celebrates this momentous accomplishment.

Congrats Mary J. Blige!

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Source: variety.com

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Real Estate/ Entertainment Entrepreneur John “SohoJohnny” Pasquale Guests on “Secrets of the Stage” Hosted By Quinn Lemley Sunday, November 17th, 2024

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2 days ago

November 11, 2024

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John “SohoJohnny” Pasquale will be a guest on “Secrets of the Stage” hosted by Quinn Lemley on Sunday, November 17^th, 2024.

“Secrets of the Stage” is a tv show on MNN. Watch as Quinn Lemley pulls back the curtain and interviews artists, entrepreneurs and creators to discover their process “behind the scenes.”

Real Estate to Records: Becoming SohoJohnny

SohoJohnny, whose real name is John Pasquale, is a well-known American entrepreneur (owner of Soho’s Pep Real Estate), philanthropist, and music producer.

SohoJohnny began his career in the entertainment industry in the early 2000s, working as a promoter and producer for various events and concerts in the New York City area. Over the years, he has become a prominent figure in the music industry, working with a number of high-profile artists and producing several successful shows and events.

In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, SohoJohnny is also a well-known philanthropist, supporting various charitable causes and organizations. He has been involved with organizations such as the American Cancer Society, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

SohoJohnny is also known for his flamboyant and unique sense of style, often sporting colorful outfits and accessories that reflect his larger-than-life personality. He is a beloved figure in the New York City social scene and is known for his charitable work and infectious enthusiasm for life.

In recent years, SohoJohnny has continued to expand his reach in the entertainment industry, producing several successful concerts and events, including the Let Me Help, Inc. benefit concert, which featured performances by a number of high-profile artists and raised money for several charitable organizations. He also owns his own record companies Soho Records and Tribeca Records.

SohoJohnny is a well-respected figure in the entertainment industry and a beloved philanthropist who has made a significant impact on the lives of many through his charitable work and dedication to the arts.

Quinn Lemley is the star of Burlesque to Broadway and Rita Hayworth -The Heat Is On! Appeared on Good Morning America, Oprah and finalist on Shark Tank.

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