Mary J. Blige to front new Dennis Basso ad campaign. American singer, songwriter, rapper and actress, Mary J.Blige is all set to star in the new ad campaign for American fashion designer, Dennis Basso.

The 47 year old singer who has been a friend of the Dennis for many years will front the designer’s latest looks and model his new line.

Talking about his decision to enlist Mary’s help, Dennis is quoted in saying: “The world of music is always strong, but it seems stronger than ever. Mary’s a modern-day woman, extremely talented, very beautiful and she represents a powerful woman. I just like who she is and what she stands for. Being part of the music industry is also exciting.”

Mary is no stranger to the fashion and beauty industry as in the past she released her own perfume titled “My Life” perfume. This went on to sell 65,000 bottles during its premiere and also won two FiFi Awards, including the “Fragrance Sales Breakthrough” award back in 2011.

Dennis Basso’s designs are infamous and have appeared in some of Hollywood’s leading films with both Catherine Zeta-Jones and Renee Zellweger, both wearing his designs in the film “Chicago”. Actress, Meryl Streep, also wore his designs in “The Devil Wears Prada”. Other major celebrities such as Helen Mirren, Naomi Campbell and Angela Bassett are huge fans of the New York designer