Mary J. Blige is keeping her winning streak with Lifetime firmly intact.
The Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul has officially expanded her partnership with the network, signing on for a trio of new original films inspired by her legendary catalog.
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Leading the charge is ‘Mary J. Blige Presents: Be Happy,’ named after the fan favorite cut from her classic ‘My Life’ era. The film marks Gabourey Sidibe’s directorial debut and boasts a solid cast including Tisha Campbell, Mekhi Phifer and Russell Hornsby.
The story centers on Val, a devoted wife and mother navigating empty-nest blues, emotional distance and slow unraveling of her marriage. A trip to New Orleans sparks self-discovery, romance and long-dormant dreams.
Deadline reports that Blige’s previous music-inspired films ‘Mary J. Blige’s Real Love’ (2023), ‘Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman’ (2023) and ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ (2025) pulled in over 6 million viewers.
Stay tuned for more details on the release date.
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