In reply to Pat.

Mary J. Blige Honored With Icon Award at 2022 BBMAs
Jason Lipshutz
5/15/2022

Mary J. Blige, an indispensable voice in the history of R&B and hip-hop and a 10-time Billboard Music Award winner, was presented with the Icon Award at the 2022 BBMAs on Sunday night (May 15). Bestowed with the honor by former Icon Award recipient Janet Jackson, Blige brought the house down at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, earning ovations before, during and after an acceptance speech that touched upon her prolonged rise and emotional honesty.

Let’s see if SZA gets this award in 30 years