Fully Cooked? Mary J. Blige Reflects On Controversial 2012 Burger King Commercial As Some Fans Are Still Conflicted
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Mary J. Blige Says 2012 Burger King Commercial Is 'Still Not A Laughing Matter,' Admits She Lost 'So-Called Friends' Over The Backlash: 'I Was Like A Disease To People'
Even after more than a decade, Mary J. Blige still isn't in a place where she can laugh about her Burger King commercial from 2012.
Fully Cooked? Mary J. Blige Reflects On Controversial 2012 Burger King Commercial As Some Fans Are Still Conflicted
What was supposed to be a catchy fast-food jingle of “crispy chickennn, fresh lettuce, three cheeseeeesss” ended up having folks quickly tapping out with a side-eye. And years later, it’s still being talked about in the same breath as one of the most debated celebrity ad moments. Now, Mary J. Blige is reflecting on the 2012 Burger King commercial that sparked all that noise in the first place, and the fallout that followed.RELATED: Misa Hylton R…
Mary J. Blige Says She Faced Backlash for 2012 Burger King Commercial
Mary J. Blige says a 2012 fast-food commercial sparked backlash that caught her off guard and left a lasting impact on her career. The Grammy-winning singer appeared in a television ad for Burger King promoting its chicken snack wraps. The commercial featured Blige singing lyrics about the product. Soon after its release, the ad drew widespread criticism online and in media circles. Criticism and Controversy The commercial quickly faced backlash…
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