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Mary J. Blige is an iconic American singer, songwriter, and actress. She has won nine Grammy Awards, including a record three for Best R&B Album, as well as a Golden Globe for her starring role in the movie musical "Mudbound". Blige is known for her signature blend of soul, hip-hop and R&B, making her one of the most influential singers of her generation.

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<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mary J. Blige is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On January 11, 1971, Mary J. Blige was born in The Bronx, New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signed to Uptown Records</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 17, Mary J. Blige was signed to Uptown Records after a recording of Anita Baker's "Caught Up in the Rapture" caught the attention of an executive.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Debut Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Blige releases her debut album "What's the 411?" which eventually goes multi-platinum.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins First Grammy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary J. Blige wins her first Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Breakthrough Album "No More Drama"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Blige releases "No More Drama," which includes the hit single "Family Affair."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary J. Blige receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on her birthday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inducted into Apollo Theater's Walk of Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary J. Blige is inducted into the Apollo Theater's Walk of Fame, being recognized for her contribution to black music and culture.</div></div></div>

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Mary J. Blige, a celebrated R&B artist and songwriter, was born on January 11, 1971 and is currently 52. She is widely recognized as one of the greatest female musicians in R&B history and fell into the spotlight after the release of her 1992 album, "What's the 411?" She is known for her mix of genres and soulful pop ballads.

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Mary J. Blige has an estimated net worth of $20M. She is known for her work as a singer, songwriter, and actress. Her wealth is attributed to success in her music career, her acting roles, and other business ventures. Her songs and performances have topped the charts, having earned numerous awards and accolades along the way.