Did The Oscars Disrespect Mary J. Blige?

At this year’s Oscar’s, Mary J. Blige was up for two nominations: best original song and best supporting actress. She did not win in either category, but delivered one of the most memorable performances of the night, mounting her nominated song, “Mighty River.”

According to Gary With Da Tea, the fact the Academy had Mary J. up there performing, but didn’t give her an award, is major disrespect. Click on the audio player to hear more in this exclusive clip from Gary’s Tea on “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show.”

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2018 Academy Awards [PHOTOS]

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