The “Rhythm Nation” singer, 56, presented Mary J. Blige with the Icon Award after Jackson had won it herself in 2001.
The “Rhythm Nation” singer, who won the award in 2001, introduced Blige after she received her own standing ovation with a speech that referenced many of her biggest hits, including “Just Fine” and “No More Drama.”
“Her work has always given us comfort because she sings me, she sings you. I reminisce, but i’m not going to cry because even though sometime sit feels like everyday it rains, I’ve got no more drama,” Jackson, 56, said. “I’m just fine with my life, my life, my life, my life in the sunshine.” Blige, 51, then took the stage to deliver an emotional speech in which she held back tears while thanking her family and celebrity pals and even made mention of herBlige got emotional after accepting her award.Jackson has led a relatively reclusive life over the past few years, having launched numerous tours only to cancel dates.
“Honestly, this whole thing was blown way out of proportion,” the singer said of the incident during her Lifetime/A&E documentary.“And, of course, it was an accident that should not have happened, but everyone is looking for someone to blame and that’s gotta stop,” she continued. “Justin and I are very good friends and we will always be very good friends.”
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