Billboard Music Awards honor Mary J. Blige as a musical icon
The annual music awards show also featured controversial appearances by Travis Scott and Morgan Wallen.
by The Associated Press
May 16, 2022
4 minutes
Travis Scott and Morgan Wallen made controversial returns on the Billboard Music Awards stage on Sunday, while Mary J. Blige was honored for her musical excellence.
Wallen performed in his first major awards show after he was caught on camera more than a year ago using a racial slur. After not receiving a verbal introduction, the country star sat alongside his four-piece band and performed "Don't Think Jesus" then his chart-topping "Wasted on You," a single from his popular project "Dangerous: The Double Album."
Shortly after his performance, rapper Pusha T presented Wallen with the top country artist award.
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