Soul Hip Hop Queen Mary J. Blige has officially signed on to play strip club owner Justice in the upcoming movie adaptation of Rock of Ages, according to Hollywood411.com. As the character Justice, Blige will cover 80s classics like Poisonâs “Every Rose Has its Thornâ and Quarterflashâs âHarden My Heart.â
Blige is one of the first Celeb to sign on to the film, but it has been reported that Tom Cruise is interested in playing rock star Stacee Jaxx, Taylor Swift has been in talks to play leading lady Sherrie, and comedian Russell Brand may play Lonny, the showâs narrator who runs rock venue The Bourbon and wails REO Speedwagonâs “Canât Fight This Feeling” with club owner Dennis Dupree, a role being eyed by 30 Rock star Alec Baldwin.
Rock of Ages is set in 1987 on the Sunset Strip, where a small town girl meets a big city rocker in L.A.âs most famous rock club. Their love story is told through the hits of Journey, Bon Jovi, Styx, Pat Benatar, Foreigner, Twisted Sister, Asia, Whitesnake and many more.
Blige, who has won eight Grammy Awards and sold more than 15 million albums, has appeared in the Tyler Perry film âCan Do Bad All By Myselfâ and will star as Nina Simone in an upcoming biopic about the iconic singer.
Are you a fan of Mary J. Blige? If so, get ready to be thrilled! We’ve just received confirmation that the legendary singer-songwriter and actress is set to join the cast of Rock Of Ages Film in an exciting new role. Blige will play Justice, a character described as “a strong female force with a big heart.” This news has fans everywhere abuzz with anticipation for what’s sure to be an amazing performance from one of music’s finest voices.
But this isn’t the first time we’ve seen Blige take on such an iconic role – she was also recently featured in The Umbrella Academy playing Cha-Cha, a contract killer sent after five siblings who have superpowers. Clearly, Blige knows how to bring her characters to life with powerful performances that truly captivate audiences.
Mary J. Blige is about to prove once again why she’s considered one of today’s most talented artists. With her upcoming appearance in Rock Of Ages Film, there’s no doubt we’ll see another side of her extraordinary talent and energy when she takes on the part of Justice. Keep reading for more details about Mary J. Blige’s latest project!
Overview Of ‘Rock Of Ages’ Film
Rock of Ages is a 2012 musical romance film starring Tom Cruise and Julianne Hough. The story follows the journey of two star-crossed lovers, Drew (Cruise) and Sherrie (Hough), as they pursue their dreams in Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip music scene. It’s based on the popular Broadway show with music written by ’80s rockers such as Journey, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Poison, Twisted Sister, Steve Perry and REO Speedwagon.
The soundtrack to the movie includes some classic rock hits from many different artists who have contributed to its success over the years. And recently it was announced that Mary J. Blige will add her own touch to the list when she takes up the role of ‘Justice’ in an upcoming original song for Rock Of Ages: A Musical Tribute To The Classics.
This exciting collaboration between Mary J. Blige and Rock Of Ages looks set to be one of Hollywood’s most anticipated releases this Summer. Fans can look forward to hearing Justice belt out her signature soulful sound alongside some of the greatest rock classics ever recorded – providing a new twist on these timeless tracks!
Details On Mary J. Blige’s Character
Mary J. Blige will bring a whole new energy to the Rock of Ages soundtrack as she takes on the role of ‘Justice’, an aspiring singer-songwriter determined to make it big in L.A.’s music scene. She’ll be performing original songs written just for her character, blending elements of pop and soul with classic rock ballads like those featured elsewhere in the movie’s score.
The presence of Mary J. Blige adds another layer to this already stellar collection of music; her powerful vocals are sure to add even more emotion and depth to some of these timeless tracks. And with Tom Cruise also starring as Drew – one half of the star-crossed lovers at the center of Rock Of Ages’ story – we can expect plenty of musical numbers featuring both Justice and Drew that will take us all back in time!
Combined with other popular ’80s rock hits from artists such as Whitesnake, Starship and Foreigner, Mary J. Blige’s performance is sure to help elevate this film into something truly unique: a nostalgic journey through some classic tunes that still continue to resonate today.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it’s been confirmed that Mary J. Blige will be joining the cast of Rock of Ages as ‘Justice’. The movie is sure to be an exciting one with a star-studded lineup. With her incredible talent and drive, Mary is sure to make Justice come alive on screen.
I’m really looking forward to seeing how she brings this character to life. She has such a wide range when it comes to music genres and I’m confident she’ll do justice (pun intended) to the role. In addition, being able to see some of our favorite classic rock songs performed by amazing actors is going to be a treat!
Rock of Ages looks like it’s going to be an awesome movie experience for all fans alike. It’s great news that Mary J. Blige will now also become part of its already impressive cast! Her presence in the film is sure to add even more energy and excitement – something we can definitely use right now!
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