Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, Is Bringing Her First-Ever Las Vegas Residency To The Strip—And It’s A Major Moment For R&B.
Mary J. Blige is launching her first-ever Las Vegas residency, “Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story,” at Dolby Live at Park MGM for 10 shows in May (1–9) and July (10–18) 2026. The “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” promises a theatrical, high-energy experience showcasing her iconic catalog, aiming to deliver a major, intimate R&B moment on the Strip
“I’ve been so excited to announce this Vegas residency,” said Mary J. Blige. “Creating a show like this has been something I’ve always wanted to do. It’s a chance to get my fans together from all over – different cities, states, and countries – to experience something together. My Life, My Story will be just that – with some surprises for my fans who have been there through it all. See you in May!”
If you’re a fan of real soul, real storytelling, and timeless hits—from “Real Love” to “Be Without You”—this residency is more than a concert… It’s Mary telling her story, her way, on one of the biggest stages in the world. Tickets can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com. All shows are scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.
About Mary J. Blige – Iconic GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated artist, actress, producer, and entrepreneur, Mary J. Blige is a figure of inspiration, transformation, and empowerment. With a track record of eight multi-platinum albums, nine GRAMMY Awards (37 nominations), an Emmy award, two Academy Award nominations, two Golden Globe nominations, and a SAG nomination, Blige has cemented herself as a global superstar. In October 2024, she was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2024.
Influenced at an early age by the music of Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, and Gladys Knight, Blige brought her own gritty, urban-rooted style—fusing hip-hop, soul, and honest, frank lyrics—to the forefront on her 1992 debut album What’s the 411? Blige continued to redefine R&B and began forging a unique niche for herself on her second album, 1994’s My Life.
Each subsequent album she released reads like a chapter from an autobiography, leading to February 2022, when Blige released Good Morning Gorgeous, which has since earned her six 2023 Grammy nominations, including Album and Record of the Year. The album release led to a historic performance at the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, alongside Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and Kendrick Lamar. Her performance earned her a 2022 Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special (Live). Blige’s latest album, Gratitude, was released on November 15th, 2024.
On the acting side, Blige starred as Florence Jackson in the 2017 Netflix breakout film Mudbound, to which she received critical acclaim, including two Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress and Best Original Song. She became the first person ever to be nominated in an acting and song category for the same film. Among many other credits, Blige recently wrapped her tenure on the hit STARZ series POWER BOOK II: GHOST. The fourth and final season concluded on Starz this past year and continued to break records for the network through its final season.
On the producing side, Blige launched her production company, Blue Butterfly, and signed a first-look TV deal with Lionsgate. Blige also signed a first-look non-scripted deal and a second-look scripted deal with BET. In 2021, Blige worked with Oscar-winning filmmaker Vanessa Roth and Amazon on her documentary Mary J. Blige’s My Life, celebrating the 25th anniversary of her famed album My Life, of which she was the focus and EP. Blige has had a long-standing relationship with Lifetime, recently extending her previous deal with them, and will soon release the film Mary J. Blige’s Be Happy in February.
Blige’s 2025 For My Fans Tour captivated audiences in cities across the U.S. Her sold-out headlining show at Madison Square Garden in New York City recently made its way to the big screen globally in her theatrical release, Mary J. Blige: For My Fans, Live From Madison Square Garden.
About Live Nation Las Vegas – Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. Live Nation Las Vegas produces residency shows from Mary J. Blige, New Kids On The Block, ZAYN, Sammy Hagar and Bruno Mars at Dolby Live at Park MGM; Santana at House of Blues; Cyndi Lauper, Blake Shelton, Def Leppard, Dolly Parton, Jennifer Lopez, Kelly Clarkson and Rod Stewart at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace; The B-52s, Earth, Wind & Fire, FOREIGNER, STYX and Chicago at The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas; and John Fogerty at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Live Nation Las Vegas also brings other world-famous artists to many of the city’s other premier concert venues, including Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob ULTRA Arena, the Pearl at Palms Casino Resort, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, and more. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com. Find Live Nation Las Vegas on Facebook and Instagram.
About Park MGM – Park MGM is the Las Vegas Strip’s first smoke-free resort, offering an intimate hotel experience on a grand scale. Park MGM features 2,700 guest rooms and suites in addition to The Reserve at Park MGM’s 293 well-appointed guest rooms and suites on the resort’s top four floors. The resort’s robust culinary program features The Library; L.A. legend Roy Choi’s Korean BBQ concept, Best Friend; Hogsalt Hospitality’s renowned Bavette’s Steakhouse; and the 40,000-square-foot vibrant Italian marketplace, Eataly, among other dining and cocktail experiences. Dolby Live, the resort’s 5,200-seat entertainment destination, is home to special engagements by Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, and Maroon 5, among other top artists. Park MGM is also home to On The Record, a unique nightlife concept from LA-based Houston Hospitality. Park MGM and The Reserve at Park MGM are located in the heart of The Strip, next to the entertainment and dining neighborhood created by The Park and the 20,000-seat T-Mobile Arena. Park MGM and The Reserve are operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit ParkMGM.com, call toll-free at 888-529-4828, or find them on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
