American Actress/Singer, Helen Hayes Award Nominee, and recording artist Mary Millben has been one of Oklahoma’s best kept secrets – until now. For Mary, singing in church started it all. Referred to as a "Songbird,’ at a young age, Mary quickly overcame stage fright when repeatedly called on to sing in church by her mother – now a retired Pentecostal, music pastor and former classical soprano. Thanks to her mother, who raised Mary and her siblings as a divorced single parent, it was just a matter of time before this preacher's kid would go from the plains of the Midwest to the stages of the world.

Through high school and college, Mary proudly represented the state of Oklahoma in public arenas as a young leader - thrust in front of U.S. Presidents, world figures and corporate America as a voice for those underrepresented. Mary was the presidential runner-up at the American Legion Auxiliary 1999 Girls Nation, gubernatorial runner-up at Oklahoma Girls State, and the Oklahoma delegate at the 1998 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) World Congress in Washington, D.C. In college, Mary was elected the second African- American female Student Body President and the first African-American female Vice- President at the University of Oklahoma (OU) – governing 30,000 students. While serving in student leadership, Mary was a featured singer for University dinners and private events hosted by former Oklahoma U.S. Senator, Governor and former President of OU, David L. Boren. As a professional student, Mary served the state of Oklahoma at the Oklahoma State Department of Education, Crowe & Dunlevy Law Firm, and later Press Secretary & Director of Communications for the Oklahoma Republican Party under former Chairman Gary Jones.

Making her way to Washington, D.C., Mary served as a White House intern and White House Presidential Appointee to George W. Bush, wearing diverse hats as a junior staffer. But most of all, it was Washington, D.C. that gave Mary her start at a professional career in music. Thanks to the generosity of President Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, while serving The White House, Mary regularly performed for White House Christmas parties and tours, private political functions and even debuted with the National Symphony Orchestra at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (Kennedy Center) with the late Marvin Hamlisch, who later served as a mentor to Mary.

Today, Mary has become one of the most sought after voices across the world. In just a few years, Mary has performed for three consecutive U.S. Presidents, international royalty and great leaders across the world including former President George W. Bush, former President Barack Obama, President Donald Trump, Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan, Her Royal Highness Princess Basmah Bint Al Saud, His Royal Highness Prince Dimitrije "Dimitri" Karadordevic of Yugoslavia, His Excellency Cui Tiankai (Chinese Ambassador to the U.S.), His Excellency Paolo Zampolli (United Nations Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Dominica) Her Excellency Mathilde Mukantabana (Rwandan Ambassador to the U.S.), Oprah Winfrey, and Canadian billionaire/music magnate Jim Pattison to name a few. In addition, Mary has been a featured soloist at notable arenas including The White House, the United States Congress, National Football League (NFL), National Basketball League (NBA), Major League Baseball (MLB), Off-Broadway, XLIII Superbowl Halftime Show w/Bruce Springsteen, the famed Copacabana, and concert halls globally.

Mary has performed for the 43rd U.S. President, 44th U.S. President, and now for the 45th President of the United States of America - Donald J. Trump. Below - Mary performing at the 58th Presidential Inauguration Victory Celebration hosted by the Republican National Committee and Presidential Inaugural Committee at the National Building Museum on Wednesday, January 18th, 2017 in Washington, D.C.

Click on image below for live performance at the 58th Presidential Inauguration of President Trump!

Recently, Mary was named to Ideagen®’s 2020 Power 10 List - 10 Global Leaders Empowering Women & Girls alongside Oscar/Emmy/Tony Award Winning Actress Viola Davis; Melinda Gates – Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Co- Founder; Kate Johnson – Microsoft US President, Adena Friedman - CEO of Nasdaq, and more.

Empowering women and girls across the world and working to implement greater measures of gender equality is one of Mary’s strongest passions. Mary is thrilled to partner with Ideagen to help elevate the voice and talent of women and girls.

Click on image to view the formal announcement!

On Monday, August 24th, 2020 Actress/Singer Mary Millben performed the National Anthem for the opening of the Republican National Committee Convention leading to the formal re-nomination of President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence. Mary’s performance aired lived across major news networks, CSPAN, and livestream through Facebook, Twitter, Twitch, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Alexa (both Audio and Video devices), DirecTV, and AT&T U-verse.

Photo: Blake Belcher Photography

President Donald Trump speaks on stage during the first day of the Republican National Committee Convention, Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, in Charlotte. (Photo: Evan Vucci/AP) Click on image to see Mary’s Performance!

“I was so honored to perform for this most meaningful occasion. I want to thank President Trump and GOP Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel for the kind invitation. It is indeed my great honor to perform America’s National Anthem for the President of the United States and my beloved America. This sacred moment is a time when all Americans can unite in the spirit of patriotism and celebrate our treasured freedom in one accord.”

@MaryMillben performs The National Anthem at the opening of the first day of the Republican National Convention, Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (Photo: Travis Dove/The New York Times via AP, Pool)

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence give a thumbs up after speaking on the first day of the Republican National Convention at the Charlotte Convention Center on Aug. 24, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (Photo: Chris Carlson-Pool/Getty Images)

On August 15th, 2020, Mary joined the global celebration in virtual performance for this year’s 74th India Independence Day.

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“August 15th marks an important day in India, for Indian-Americans, and for Indians all over the world – India Independence Day. I want to send my warmth to His Excellency President Ram Nath Kovind, His Excellency and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to His Excellency and Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and to all of India as you celebrate this 74th Independence Day. Since we are unable to celebrate together today, our hearts can all unite virtually in the spirit of freedom. America and India, the world’s two largest democracies, share the value of freedom,” Millben says.

Music composed by Canadian Screen Award and Grammy nominated composer Daryl Bennett, Mary was the opening, featured entertainment performing India’s National Anthem for The Nudge Foundation Forum (global edition) Friday, August 14th, 2020 presented in partnership with The Rockefeller Foundation and The Skoll Foundation. The inaugural forum is a 24-hour non-stop global platform featuring world leaders and stakeholders coming together for India’s development and in celebration of India Independence Day.

“As an American small business owner, I have found India to be a welcoming demographic for global enterprise. As an actress/singer in Hollywood, I have grown a deep affection for India through my study of Hindi, my deep immersion into India’s culture, music and cinema, and so much more thanks to my beloved Hindi coach Dr. Moxraj, First Cultural Diplomat and Teacher of Indian Culture at the Embassy of India in Washington, D.C.,” Millben says.

Mary’s 74th India Independence Day virtual performance includes an award- winning creative team: Will Edwards (Emmy/Grammy Producer; Copperline Music Group Founder), Daryl Bennett (Canadian Screen Award & Grammy nominated composer), and Slaven Gujic Creative Production - Teodor Vladimirov (Executive Producer).

Click on image to see Mary live on TV9 Bharatvarsh in India!

Praise from all around the world poured in for Mary’s moving performance - from The Government of India to Indian communities worldwide. Mary’s performance has now been viewed by millions.

On Saturday, July 25th, 2020, Mary was the headlining entertainment for the 2020 International Leadership Foundation (ILF) Virtual Leadership & Business Conference. The conference honored America’s frontline workers for their service during the coronavirus pandemic and live streamed on Facebook and YouTube globally. Mary paid tribute to America's frontline workers in a moving and patriotic performance of "America the Beautiful/God Bless America."

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As the event’s featured entertainment, Mary joined a list of distinguished speakers including United States Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, United States Olympian Nathan Adrian, and more.

The virtual performance included an award-winning creative team: Will Edwards (Emmy/Grammy Producer; Copperline Music Group Founder), Randy Waldman (Grammy Winning Arranger/Composer/Trumpet), Tim Davis (Background Vocals), Michael O’Neill (Guitar), Bruce Gaitsch (Guitar), Christian Hebel (Violins), Dave Tull (Drums/Percussion), John Schaus (Executive Director; Ambient Skies Production Company & Creative Agency), Don Salter & The Saltmine Studio Oasis, Daryl Bennett (Grammy nominated Composer/Opening Video), John Constable (Mix Engineer).

Other featured speakers included U.S. Senator Tim Scott (SC), U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (FL), U.S. House of Representatives Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA), U.S. House of Representative Amata Radewagen (AS), U.S. House of Representative Grace Meng (NY), State of Maryland First Lady Yumi Hogan, Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor Daniel McKee, and Dr. David Ho, Director & CEO of Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center.

ILF is a non-profit organization that promotes civic engagement, leadership, empowerment, and economic prosperity of the Asian Pacific American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community to enhance diversity in our country. The mission of ILF is to cultivate civic-minded future AAPI leaders in public service. Founded in 2000, ILF has provided scholarships and educational programs to over 10,000 APA students.

Birthed during COVID19, Mary is the host of the new online TV series “IMPACT NOW” with Mary Millben on Ideagen® TV and presented by Microsoft. “IMPACT NOW” with Mary Millben is a new, one-hour, online series profiling and featuring global leaders, entertainers, influencers, sports figures, and more who have made a significant contribution in global change and currently involved in acts of global good. “IMPACT NOW” features original music from Canadian Screen Award and Grammy nominated composer Daryl Bennett.

For the inaugural show, Mary welcomed inaugural guest Dr. Robert J. Brown – former Special Assistant to President Richard Nixon, advisor to the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Founder of B&C International.

Click on the image to see the full interview!

“What an honor and joy to host Dr. Robert J. Brown as our inaugural guest. Mr. Brown’s name is one that echoes across the world as a noted and trusted advisor to some of the most influential individuals, corporations, and movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Unlike any public figure known, he has helped shape world history and particularly in movements for change. From the frontlines with the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., to serving as the late President Nelson Mandela’s most trusted confidant and friend, to advising every American President since President Richard Nixon. Dr. Brown is a relevant voice we need today,” said Millben.

Click on the image for the documentary introduction of Dr. Brown!

Episode 2 welcomed Canada’s newest, female tech leader Karolyn Hart – Founder & President of InspireHUB. Click on the image to see the full interview!

The show’s latest episode featured special guest NBA Toronto Raptors Head Coach Nick Nurse, 2019 NBA Champions, as the NBA returned to regular season July 30th, 2020. Mary sat down with Coach Nurse to reflect on the Toronto Raptors epic season becoming the 2019 NBA Champions and a look at Coach Nurse’s extraordinary journey as a coach spanning 30+ years.

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Click on the image for the documentary introduction of Coach Nurse! On November 24th, 2019, Mary made her National Football League (NFL) debut performing the National Anthem for the Washington Redskins vs. Detroit Lions at FedEx Field in Washington D.C.

All photos by Blake Belcher Photography!

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Mary sporting her alma mater, The University of Oklahoma, for sound check at FedEx Field

Mary with the Native American Color Guard prior to performance

Mary and fiancé Johnny President

Mary and the Glam Squad: (left) Celebrity Hairstylist Tasha Gayman and (right) Celebrity Makeup Artist Janie Richardson

Prince George's County and Washington, D.C. Police Department thanking Mary for her performance of the National Anthem.

Mary thanks the NFL, Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder, and the Washington Redskins organization, for the opportunity to perform.

On November 11th, 2019, Mary was honored to perform in tribute to America’s WWII veterans and Gold Star families for the World War II 75th Anniversary Veteran's Day Commemoration Ceremony at the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Mary particularly enjoyed sharing the stage with the distinguished United States Navy Ceremonial Band.

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Photo Credit: Meredith Tibbetts, Stars & Stripes

Mary sends a heartfelt thank you to Board Chairman of the Friends of the National World War II Memorial Josiah Bunting III, Jeffrey Reinbold and the National Mall and Memorial Parks, Jonathan Elias, ABC News journalist and Master of the Ceremonies, and Holly Rotondi, Executive Director of the Friends of the National WWII Memorial.

Mary also thanks FOX News for covering her performance and the ceremony live HERE.

Mary performing ‘America the Beautiful/God Bless America’ in tribute to America’s WWII veterans

On Thursday, November 21st, Mary performed the American National Anthem and the Chinese National Anthem (in Chinese) for the 40th Anniversary of U.S.-China Student Exchanges at The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Washington, D.C. Hosted by The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in coordination with The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Mary thanked His Excellency Cui Tiankai, Chinese Ambassador to the United States, and The Embassy of China for the kind invitation in a private meet/greet before her performance later in the evening.

Mary makes history becoming the first American and African-American artist to perform the American National Anthem and the Chinese National Anthem (in Chinese) at The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. Mary and His Excellency Cui Tiankai shared their love for Broadway composer Andrew Lloyd Weber and Broadway music in a private meet/greet before her performance.

Mary was honored to perform the American National Anthem first honoring her love of country and celebrating the important relationship of the United States and China through music.

Click on the image below see Mary’s performance

of the American National Anthem!

Mary next performed the Chinese National Anthem (in Chinese) celebrating her love for China and the patriotism of the Chinese people.

Click on the image (to the left) see Mary’s performance of the Chinese National Anthem!

November 2019 – Mary’s First National Interview with China Daily

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Mary has performed for three consecutive U.S Presidents: George W. Bush, Barack Obama and now President Donald Trump. Few people know, however, that she had a “life-changing” experience in China. For her first, national interview with China Daily, Mary sits down to discuss her close relationship with China and her journey in entertainment.’

China Daily – the largest English news portal (print and digital newspaper) in China and in the U.S, owned and published in the People's Republic of China. China Daily, established in 1981, has developed into a multi-media information platform combining newspapers, media, television, websites, social media platforms, and apps. It serves millions of readers all over the world and is a default choice for people who read about China in English. The group plays an important role as a channel for information exchanges between China and the rest of the world.

Mary thanks China Daily Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Mr. Zhou Shuchun, China Daily USA President & Editor-in-Chief Ji Tao (New York), China Daily USA Vice-President Yuan Zhang (New York), and China Daily USA Washington, D.C. Bureau General Manager Leshuo Dong.

Pictured: Mary and Leshuo Dong, China Daily Washington, D.C. Bureau General Manager and Interview Host

Prior to the interview, Mary had a moment to visit with Ms. Dong, introduce her mentee Jonathan Randle (who is a senior at St. Stephens & St. Agnes studying Chinese), and Ms. Cancan Yang - Second Secretary of Education at The Embassy of the People's Republic of China. Ms. Yang, on behalf of His Excellency Ambassador Cui Tiankai and The Embassy of the People's Republic of China, presented an invitation to Mary to perform for the 40th Anniversary of the U.S.-China Student Exchanges.

On Thursday, November 21st, Mary performed the American National Anthem and the Chinese National Anthem (in Chinese) for the 40th Anniversary of U.S.-China Student Exchanges at the Embassy of China in Washington, D.C. Hosted by The Embassy of the People's Republic of China & The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Mary was invited by His Excellency Ambassador Cui Tiankai, Chinese Ambassador to the United States and the Embassy of China.

Mary's relationship with China Daily started several months ago - as an invited guest to the 2019 Vision China Forum hosted by China Daily. Mary was delighted to join His Excellency Cui Tiankai - Chinese Ambassador to the United States, Maurice Greenberg (Chairman/CEO of Starr Companies), & more.

Pictured below: Mary & Yuan Zhang, Vice-President of China Daily USA

Following, Mary sat down with China Daily USA President & Editor-in-Chief Ji Tao (pictured right below) and former China Daily USA Vice-President Yuan Zhang (pictured left below) at China Daily headquarters in New York to discuss the significant role artists can play in fostering global relationships. Mary, alongside a strategic partnership with China Daily, continues to support President Trump and President Xi by helping strengthen US- China ties through cultural understanding and diplomacy.

June 2019, to crowd of more than 20,000 people and millions of viewers worldwide, Mary performed the National Anthem for President Trump’s official 2020 reelection kickoff rally at the Amway Center in Orlando, FL.

“To perform for the President of the United States of America is a great honor. One of my greatest loves is performing America's patriotic music. The Star- Spangled Banner, our country's National Anthem, is a song that binds us all together in the blessing of freedom and American citizenry. I thank President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump for the thoughtful invitation.” - Mary Millben

Click on the image below for the live performance!

(Charlotte Cuthbertson/The Epoch Times) September 2019 - Mary Performs for the Trump-Pence Victory Breakfast Fundraiser in New York

Coat: @zangtoi

Dress: @therow via @neimanmarcus @neimansnyc Jewelry: @swarovski @atelierswarovski Shoes: @vincecamuto Make-up: @theartistknownasjae Hair: @greg_bazemore

Pictured (left): Mary with friends Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle

Photo credit: Blake Belcher Photography October 2019 - Values Voter Summit & "Faith, Family, Freedom" Gala

Mary performed the National Anthem for the Values Voter Summit opening session prior to remarks from Family Research Council President Tony Perkins.

On Saturday evening, the "Faith, Family, and Freedom Gala" welcomed remarks from President Donald Trump.

Mary was honored to perform following President Trump's remarks and in special tribute to Gala honoree Pastor Andrew Brunson.

Pictured: Family Research Council President Tony Perkins, President Trump, and Pastor Andrew Brunson

Pictured: Norine Brunson, Pastor Andrew Brunson, and Tony Perkins

March 2019 - Featured Entertainment for His Excellency Paolo Zampolli,

United Nations Ambassador of the Commonwealth of Dominica, and his guests in New York.

Pictured: Italian Pop Singer Ania J, HIs Excellency Ambassador Paolo Zampolli, and Mary

Pictured: Amy Wildes, Associate Attorney at Wildes & Weinberg, P.C., Mary, and

Michael Wildes, 36th Mayor of Englewood, New Jersey & Managing Partner at Wildes & Weinberg, P.C.

On February 5th, 2019, Mary made her National Basketball Association (NBA) debut returning to her home state of Oklahoma to perform the National Anthem for the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Orlando Magic NBA game.

Click on image below for live performance!

Credit: NBA TV Broadcast

"One of my greatest loves is performing America's patriotic music. The Star-Spangled Banner, our country's National Anthem, is a song that binds us together in the blessing of freedom and American citizenry. Performing the National Anthem during Black History Month takes on an even greater value as I consider those who paved the way for me to stand on stages and sing.

I have had the great pleasure to perform for three consecutive U.S. Presidents: former President George W. Bush, former President Barack Obama, and President Donald Trump. I was honored to perform the National Anthem for the 58th Presidential Inauguration Victory Celebration for President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.

I travel the country weekly, performing America’s patriotic music for events that support America’s troops, veterans, military spouses, their families, those who protect our country, and gatherings that celebrate our love of country.

How grateful I am to now have performed the National Anthem in front of my beloved Oklahomans, cheering on the OKC Thunder, and celebrating our love for America.

Sports is a powerful arena that unifies. Music is an even greater force that unites us. Marrying sports and music creates an opportunity to elevate our common bond as humanity.

Furthermore, performing the National Anthem at any public venue is a sacred moment to pause, reflect, and show our gratitude to the men and women who daily sacrifice for our freedom and to commemorate those who have died defending it. I pray each time I am invited to enter this sacred moment and perform the National Anthem, souls are lifted beyond the earthly constraints of difference and connected by the divine truths that we hold so dear as Americans. I thank the Oklahoma City Thunder organization, John Leach (Director of Events and Entertainment for the OKC Thunder), Morgan Wallace (Game Presentation & Entertainment Coordinator), and the NBA for the opportunity to salute our great country through music.”

Pictured (left to right): Former British Ambassador to the United States Sir Kim Darroch, Mary, and David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City, following Mary's performance.

Aired Live: NBA TV, FOX Sports Oklahoma (FSOK) and FOX Sports Florida (FSFL).

Photo Credit: OKC Thunder/Orlando Beeker April 2019, Mary was the featured entertainment for the Annual Heritage Foundation Leadership Conference at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, CA.

Photo credit: Bauman Photography Mary was honored to perform America’s patriotic and inspirational music for the weekend.

Moreover, Mary was honored to perform prior to keynote remarks from Academy Award nominee, Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award winning actor Gary Sinise. Gary shared

Self to Service,” about his journey in entertainment, and his life purpose to supporting America’s men and women in uniform through the meaningful work of the Gary Sinise Foundation.

Photo credit: Bauman Photography Mary was grateful to Heritage Foundation President and friend Kay Cole James for the thoughtful invitation to perform.

Photo credit: Bauman Photography Based in New York and Washington, D.C., Mary has been in Los Angeles since Fall of 2015 recording original music with a number of award-songwriters including Steve Dorff – 2018 Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductee, three-time Grammy and six-time Emmy nominee, Michael Levine - Governor of the Emmys Television Music Academy, and more.

Steve Dorff, Producer - Greg Phillinganes, Piano/Organ/Keys, - George Doering, Guitar - Neil Stubenhaus, Bass – John Robinson, Drums - John Guess, Recording and Mix Engineer - Michael Woodrum, Recording Engineer and studio – Album Choir: Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Oren Waters, Carmen Carter, Bobbi Page, Clydene Jackson, Dorian Holley, Alvin Chea, and Kevin Dorsey. Mary migrated to Los Angeles with one desire in mind: to discover her voice in original music. Teaming up with Steve Dorff, Mary did just that. Among other original songs, Mary's new single "Grace Will Lead Me Home" was birthed in collaboration with Steve.

February 2020, Notefornote Entertainment released Mary’s debut single “Grace Will Lead Me Home” on THE MEANEST MAN IN TEXAS original motion picture soundtrack and now on all leading digital platforms globally. Produced with 2018 Songwriter Hall of Fame Inductee, three-time Grammy/six-time Emmy nominee Steve Dorff and lyrics by two-time Emmy Award winner and four-time Grammy nominated songwriter Maribeth Derry.

On April 9th, 2017, Mary made her national television debut performing her new single "Grace Will Lead Me Home" on BET's inspirational show 'A Joyful Noise.' “Grace Will Lead Me Home” is available all leading digital platforms across the world.

See “The Meanest Man in Texas” and hear “Grace Will Lead Me Home” now on Amazon Prime Video!

2017 Worldwide Release of Mary’s First Single – “Grace Will Lead MeHome” - Available on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, and all leading digital platform.

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2017 Na tional Television Debut – ‘Spotlight Artist’ – A Joyful Noise – BET Network http://m.newsok.com/video-oklahoma-native-and-gospel-singer- mary-millben-makes-national-tv-debut-releases-debut- single/article/5546484.

Mary debuting new single 'Grace Will Lead Me Home' in Vancouver, British Columbia. One of Canada's leading churches, Coastal Church is one church with four locations spanning across Vancouver with the main campus situated in beautiful downtown Vancouver. Mary is grateful to call Coastal Church Pastors Dave and Cheryl Koop dear friends and Coastal Church her new family. Dress by Ted Baker. On Thursday, July 13th, 2017, Mary joined Steve Dorff in concert at the Iridium in New York. In her guest appearance, Mary debuted her second, original single recorded with Steve, "Faith in Love." “Faith in Love” is available on all leading digital platforms worldwide!

“Mary has a wonderful and unique understanding of the material she is singing," Steve shares. "An amazing range and beautiful voice that gives a producer lots of options as to how to approach a performance.”

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On October 29th, 2018, Mary was the featured entertainment for the 25th Anniversary of the US Holocaust Memorial Museum tribute dinner in New York honoring Museum Chairman and friend Howard M. Lorber.

Closing with a rousing rendition of "God Bless America," Mary was a part of contributing to the evening which raised over $4 million dollars for the Museum and its continuing legacy.

The evening became a solemn reflection on the anti- semitic massacre at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh just two days before and a stark reminder of the profound continuing need to educate people about the dangers of unchecked hatred and antisemitism. A moment of silence for the victims was observed during the dinner, with Ambassador Danny Danon, Israel’s Permanent Representative to the UN, joining to express the solidarity of the people of Israel with the American Jewish community.

Photos by: Michael Priest Photography

During the anniversary event, the Museum presented its highest honor, the Elie Wiesel Award, to all Holocaust survivors from the greater New York area for their courage and resilience and for inspiring the global movement for Holocaust remembrance and education, which the Museum leads today. More than anyone else, the existence and twenty-five-year success of the Museum are due to the survivors.

Photos by: Michael Priest Photography

The Museum presented its National Leadership Award to Museum chairman Howard Lorber. Lorber, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Vector Group, and Chairman of Douglas Elliman, received a presidential appointment in 2017 to serve as Museum Chairman. The Museum's National Leadership Award is presented to outstanding individuals who have made an exceptional commitment to advance the Museum’s mission of Holocaust remembrance and education.

The evening concluded with Mary performing “God Bless America,” evoking Jessye Norman’s performance of the same song 25 years earlier at the Museum’s dedication ceremony.

As Museum Founding Chairman Elie Wiesel said, “The Museum is not an answer. It’s a question.” In the short time since its founding, the Museum has grown from a major national institution into a respected global enterprise leading the cause of Holocaust remembrance and education. In April, the Museum launched its new exhibition and initiative on Americans and the Holocaust — the latest example of its 25-year legacy of exploring the complex questions Holocaust history raises to stimulate people to think about themselves and the society they live in.

The New York Tribute Dinner was chaired by Stanley I. Chera, Marc E. Kasowitz, Jay A. Neveloff, and Steven C. Witkoff, and co-chaired by: Andi and Tom Bernstein, Elisa Spungen Bildner and Robert Bildner,* Eva Cooper,* Bonnie and Lee Feinberg, Christine and Todd Fisher,* Cathy and Gary Jacob, Betsy and Doug Korn, Marcia and Alan Lazowski,* Sheila Johnson Robbins,* Betty Pantirer Schwartz and Howard Schwartz,* Oliver Stanton,* Caryn and Howard Unger,* and Diane and Howard Wohl. *Past New York Tribute Dinner Honorees

Photos by: Michael Priest Photography On Saturday, December 2nd, 2017, Mary performed the National Anthem for the Trump-Pence Victory breakfast for President Donald J. Trump at the Cipriani 42nd Street in New York, NY.

Hosted by GOP Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, the Republican National Committee, and the Trump Victory Committee, Mary was honored to be featured as the event’s headlining entertainment.

Pictured: (left to right) Italian Race Driver and business/real estate/restaurant mogul Giuseppe Cipriani, Mary, David Weinreb, CEO of The Howard Hughes Corporation, Paul D. Schindler, Senior Chair of the New York Entertainment and Media Practice at Greenberg Traurig, & friends.

On Tuesday, December 5th, 2017, Mary was featured in the front page cover story on the Trump-Pence Victory breakfast in Sing Tao Newspapers – the largest Chinese newspaper in the world with offices in China, Hong Kong (headquarters), USA (Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco), Europe (London), Canada (Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver), and Australia (Sydney and Melbourne). Mary is grateful to call Robin Mui, CEO of Sing Tao Newspapers, a treasured friend.

Mary is delighted to have a strong relationship with Asia and the Asian-American community.

Trump-Pence Victory/Republican National Committee breakfast for President Donald J. Trump in NYC 12/2/17. Pictured (left to right): Guest of Chiling Tong, Mary, Chiling Tong, National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (ACE) President & CEO, and Yacun "Cherry" Huang, Chairwoman of the International Leadership Foundation (NYC) & Chairwoman of the New York Young Entrepreneurs Roundtable.

On November 9th, 2017, Mary was honored to perform for the 11th Annual Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) Heroes Gala at the Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.

11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 09: Recording artist Mary Millben and the US Military Color Guard perform during the 11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on November 9, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by John Lamparski/WireImage)

IAVA’s 2017 Heroes Gala was a historic night bringing together people from all generations, all industries, and all backgrounds to unite in New York City on the 242nd birthday of the United States Marine Corps and two nights before Veterans Day. The audience was greeted by special guests Late Show Host Stephen Colbert, NBC/MSNBC & Sunday TODAY Host Willie Geist, and Meghan McCain.

The Late Show Host Stephen Colbert addressing the 2017 IAVA Heroes Gala

The IAVA Heroes Gala is an annual celebration of the spirit of America, the tenacity of our veterans, and the impact of our leaders. It’s also our single most critical fundraiser of the year, powering all critical IAVA programs for the next 12 months–and ensures every single IAVA program, event and service is 100% free for our Post-9/11 Veterans and their families.

11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 09: Recording artist Mary Millben and the US Military Color Guard perform during the 11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on November 9, 2017 in New York City.

Mrs. Nancy Kissinger sharing kind words of praise following Mary's performance for the IAVA Heroes Gala

Mary sat down with NBC/MSNBC Anchor and Sunday TODAY Host Willie Geist on the “Cammo Carpet” before performing to talk about IAVA, the importance of Veteran’s weekend, and her deep admiration for America’s veterans. Click image to view the live interview!

Medal of Honor Recipient, IAVA Member, and 2017 Veteran Leadership Award Honoree Florent “Flo” Groberg addressing the 11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala

11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 09: Recording artist Mary Millben and the US Military Color Guard perform during the 11th Annual IAVA Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on November 9, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by John Lamparski/WireImage)

In 2017, IAVA launched the groundbreaking #SheWhoBorneTheBattle campaign to fully recognize and support our nation’s women veterans. With the proposed Deborah Sampson Act, IAVA envisions a future where women veterans are considered just as readily as men. With your continued support, IAVA will change the landscape for veterans in our country forever.

Mary is proud to join IAVA in promoting the #SheWhoBorneTheBattle campaign!

The Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America is America’s first and largest organization for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. A nonpartisan, nonprofit founded in 2004 with over 150,000 members in all 50 states, IAVA’s mission is to improve the lives of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families.

Pictured: Mary and Paul Rieckhoff Founder and Chief Executive Officer of IAVA

On September 21st and 22nd, Mary performed for the 2018 Values Voter Summit in Washington, D.C.

Hosted by the Family Research Council (FRC), the Values Voter Summit was created in 2006 to provide a forum to help inform and mobilize citizens across America to preserve the bedrock values of traditional marriage, religious liberty, sanctity of life and limited government. The Summit draws over 3,000 plus attendees from around the nation and foreign countries. Garnering national and international media attention, CNN has called it "one of the top 10 political events of the year" and "one of the conservative movement's marquee annual events." Sean Hannity called it "the premier conservative event now in the country."

Pictured left: Family Research Council President Tony Perkins

Mary was honored to perform prior to America’s top, political leaders including Vice-President Mike Pence, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson, and United States Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.

Pictured (top left): Vice President Mike Pence; (center left) Secretary Mike Pompeo; (center right) Secretary Ben Carson; and (bottom left)) Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. Mary was honored to then perform at the 2018 Values Voter Summit “Faith, Family, & Freedom” Gala with the Fairfax Swing Band ending the evening with one of America’s beloved songs “God Bless America.”

The evening honored and awarded The Honorable Frank Wolf, former Congressman from Virginia and longtime friend of the Family Research Council.

Pictured: Fairfax Swing Band Saxophonist Matt Rogers & daughter, Mary, & Mackenzie Ottley

Pictured: Mackenzie Ottley, Mary, FRC President Tony Perkins, and Mrs. Perkins

On July 19th, 2018, Mary was honored to perform for the 19th Annual International Leadership Foundation Gala - honoring the achievements of young leaders and pioneers in the Asian American community. Hosted by the International Leadership Foundation (ILF) and the Coalition of Asian American Business Organizations (CAABO), Washington, D.C. welcomed Asian American leaders from all over the world to the historic Capitol Hilton Hotel honoring the next generation of Asian American leaders.

The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) is a bi-partisan non-profit organization that promotes the civic awareness, public service, and economic effectiveness of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community. IFL’s mission is to develop young leaders in the United States, Asia, and Pacific Rim countries in the fields of public service, entrepreneurship, and international business and politics through a network of business and community leaders.

Mary performed a rousing rendition of ‘America the Beautiful/God Bless America’ for the evening. Mary thanked her dear friends Chiling Tong, Founder of ILF, spouse Joel, and ILF Chairman Dr. Paul Hsu for the thoughtful invitation to perform.

Mary was honored to perform prior to the keynote address from The Honorable Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Transportation.

Over 100 sponsoring companies including World Financial Group TransAmerica, AT&T, Comcast, J.P. Morgan, Capital Bank, and more.

Federal Partners: The White House, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of Human and Health Services, U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of the Treasury, U.S. Secret Service, The White House Executive Office of the President, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. International Agency for Development

Pictured: ILF Young Leaders, ILF Leadership, Gala Donors, and guests for the evening.

Pictured: ILF Board Member, ILF Founder/President Chiling Tong, and Mary On June 7th, 2018, Mary was thrilled to perform for the Annual Ideagen Global Leadership 2030 Summit.

Ideagen: Where the world's leading CEO's, corporations, NGO's, and public sector organizations convene to innovate and collaborate by introducing solutions to the world's vexing issues. Presenting members included CEOs and VPs from IBM, Microsoft, Google, Amway, The Walt Disney Company, Johnson & Johnson, AARP, Gallup, and more. Mary gives a heartfelt thanks to Global Chairman & CEO George Anthony Sifakis and Co-Founder Adriana Sifakis, pictured below, for the invitation.

On Wednesday, May 9th, 2018, Mary was the headliner and featured artist for the 97th Annual Women’s National Republican Club Awards Gala in New York, NY. Mary performed a rousing rendition of the National Anthem and a patriotic medley of ‘America the Beautiful/God Bless America.’

Pictured: Johnny President (Mary’s fiancé), Mary, WNRC Board Member, Rev. Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D., The Honorable Loretta A. Preska, WNRC Board Member, NYC GOP Chairman The Honorable Ed Cox, BOLD TV Anchor/Mistress of Ceremonies Carrie Sheffield, WNRC Former President, WNRC President Robin Weaver, WNRC Gala Co-Chair Grace M. Iannuzzi, and WNRC Co-Chair Cherylyn A. Cieri.

Pictured: Mary and Andrea Catsimatidis, daughter of John Catsimatidis and Manhattan GOP Chairwoman

The Honorable Loretta A. Preska (WNRC Outstanding Public Service Award) and The Honorable Ed Cox (WNRC Republican Leadership Award) were honored at this year’s Gala.

Mary paid tribute to Judge Preska, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and NYC GOP Chairman Ed Cox with a medley of ‘America the Beautiful/God Bless America.’

Pictured left: Manhattan GOP Chairwoman Andrea Catsimatidis greets audience. Pictured bottom right: WNCR President Robin Weaver and BOLD TV Founder/Anchor and Mistress of Ceremonies

Carrie Sheffield.

Mary and Johnny at the head table with WNRC Board Member Donna and Richard Soloway (hosts) and NYC Republican Elite including prominent NYC GOP donors, His Royal Highness Prince Dimitrije "Dimitri" Karađorđević of Yugoslavia, Duke Carlos DeAlba (Royal Family of Spain) and wife Elaine L. Arozarena, Ed and Shari Rollins, Paola Pedrignani (Owner of Amaranth Restaurant), and more.

Pictured above right: Johnny President (Mary’s fiancé), Mary, & Richard Soloway. Pictured left: Duke Carlos DeAlba (Royal Family of Spain), wife Elaine L. Arozarena, and Johnny President. Pictured below left:

Richard Soloway, Mary, WNRC Board Member & Gala Co-Chair Cherylyn Cieri, and Duke Carlos DeAlba.

Paolo Pedrignani (Owner of Amaranth Restaurant NYC), WNRC Co-Chair Cherylyn Cieri, WNRC Board Member Barbara Winston, and WNRC Board Member Donna Soloway.

On Thursday, March 8th, 2018, Mary was the featured guest artist for His Excellency Paolo Zampolli, Permanent Representative of the Dominica to the United Nations, and guests for a private reception in New York, NY. Mary performed a rousing rendition of the National Anthem and a patriotic medley of America the Beautiful/God Bless America.

Pictured: Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and Mary Millben. Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America)

Pictured: Richard Johnson (New York Post), Mary Millben, Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and Kimberly Guilfoyle ("The Five" - Fox News) attend the Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America)

Pictured: Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and Mary Millben. Mary Millben performs at the Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America)

Pictured: Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and Mary Millben. Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America)

Pictured: Ambassador Paolo Zampolli, Mary Millben, Ambassador Zampolli’s son Giovanni Zampolli. Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America). Click on image below for feature in NY Post!

Pictured: Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and Mary Millben. Ambassador Paolo Zampolli Reception on March 8, 2018 in New York City. (March 7, 2018 - Source: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images North America)

On March 10th, 2018, Mary was honored to perform for the 2018 Leukemia Ball – the largest black-tie, charity event in Washington, D.C.!

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding research, finding cures and ensuring access to treatments for blood cancer patients.

Since 1949, LLS has been on the forefront of blood cancer advances, such as chemotherapies and stem cell transplantation, leading the way to the targeted therapies and immunotherapies that are saving thousands of lives today.

LLS is changing the landscape of cancer with more than 300 active research projects that explore different avenues of new and adventurous research; ones with promise and ones that will save lives not someday, but today.

Over the last three decades, the Leukemia Ball has reigned as one of Greater Washington, D.C.’s largest, non-political black tie events. The ball has raised over $59 million for the National Capital Area Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society since it began in 1988. Having grown from 375 guests to more than 2,000, the Leukemia Ball presents star- studded entertainment that in past years has included Jerry Seinfeld, Smokey Robinson, Jay Leno, Hootie & The Blowfish, Foreigner, Huey Lewis & The News, Diana Ross, Barenaked Ladies, Jim Gaffigan, and Andy Grammer. Mary is honored to now join this distinguished list!

Pictured: Johnny President, Mary, and this’s year’s Gala hosts Co-Anchor of WJLA-TV Alison Starling-Alexander and NBC News White House Correspondent Peter Alexander Click on Image Below for Live Performance!

Mary and Johnny pose in front of the 2018 Leukemia Ball Mercedes- Benz Auction Car. Mercedes- Benz is a proud sponsor of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) and the annual Leukemia Ball.

On February 26th, 2018, the Republican National Committee (RNC) and RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel celebrated the outstanding achievements of African-American Republican leaders at the 2018 Black Republican Trailblazer Awards Luncheon in Washington, D.C.

Pictured: Mary and RNC Chairwoman/friend Ronna McDaniel.

Mistress of Ceremonies - Kamilah Prince, National Director of African American Engagement for the RNC.

Chairwoman McDaniel, RNC National Committeeman Dr. Robin Armstrong, and Committeeman Glenn McCal honored Dr. Leonard Haynes, Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of Education, and Heritage Foundation President Kay Coles James with the Black Republican Trailblazer Award. Both were honored for their significant contributions to the Republican Party and the United States. Reverend Dean Nelson of the Douglass Leadership Institute delivers the keynote address.

Mary performed a rousing rendition of the National Anthem for guests in attendance. Click on the image to view the live performance!

White House intern (2005), White House Presidential Appointee (2006-2009), &

Featured Entertainment for the 2008 White House Christmas Holiday Season Followed by a surprise appearance from President George W. Bush,

Mary performing for guests at the 2008 White House Christmas Party & Tour

Click on the image below to see the 2008 performance!

Headliner – Jim Pattison Private Event - Nova Spirit. Sail Past – annual, summer, Canadian boating event hosted by the Royal Yacht Club of Vancouver. Pictured: mentor Jim Pattison, Canadian billionaire/Chairman & Founder of The Jim Pattison Group, daughter Cyndi Kilburn, & Mary Pattison

Women's Global Initiative Private Gathering

- Featuring Her Royal Highness Princess Basmah Bint Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Sister Jenna - award-winning spiritual leader, author, radio host, TV personality, and founder of the Meditation Museum.

Washington, D.C. Headliner & Featured Artist

Mary meeting with His Excellency Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda and President of the African Union, following his address at The Brookings Institute Fall 2017 On February 27th, 2013, to a sold-out audience, Mary headlined and performed a solo concert for Europe’s Celebration of Black History Month at the VIP Club in Zagreb, Croatia hosted by The Honorable Kenneth Merten, former U.S. Ambassador to Croatia, and the U.S. Embassy in Croatia. Attendance included US and foreign Ambassadors from all over Europe, diplomats, members of Croatian Government, Parliament and the general public.

Before the concert, Mary Millben sat down with NOVA TV/Red Carpet Reporter Nenad Hervatin in Zagreb, Croatia.

Ambassador Kenneth Merten, Mary, and staff of the US Embassy Zagreb entertaining the crowd with the classic Motown song “My Girl.”

Featured in Gloria Magazine, the top Croatian women's magazine and the best-selling weekly magazine in Croatia. Photo provided by Vinny 'Lisa' Pacino.

"Black History Month is not just an observance for African-Americans. It is and should be a global observance. Ask any artist today, new or seasoned, and all will unanimously allude to some African-American origin that has influenced their music. African- Americans have infused the sounds of music all over the world. So this concert pays tribute to African-American music and artists, but in a broader sense. "

Pictured with Drazen Kokanovic, owner of the VIP Club

Photos by Renato Pejkovic

Performing for The Embassy of Rwanda 20th Commemoration of the Rwandan Genocide

Pictured: Her Excellency Mathilde Mukantabana & Jeanne d'Arc Byaje, Rwandan Minister Counselor, NY Mission of Rwanda

The Mayflower Renaissance Hotel in Washington, D.C. Monday, April 7, 2014.

A memorable evening performing at the Africa Union residence with dear friend and host Her Excellency Mathilde Mukantabana, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the United States, and Her Excellency Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, Permanent Representative of the African Union to the United States – celebrating the 2016 re-election of His Excellency Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda.

Photo with representatives from the U.S. State Department and H.E. Ambassador Mathilde Mukantabana

On May 28th, 2014, Mary celebrated the life and legacy of her late mentor Marvin Hamlisch in concert at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) as a part of The Shenson Concert Chamber Music Concert Series. To a sold-out audience and produced by Mary, through song and stories, Mary chronicled the profound impact Marvin Hamlisch had on her life as a new artist and the value of Mr. Hamlisch as a mentor.

Top Left: Mary & bassist Michael Bowie. Top Right: Mary & friend U.S. Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi. Left: Artistic Director Gilan Tocco Corn, NMWA Board Member & American philanthropist Mary Mochary, Mary, U.S. Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Vice-President of The Aspen Institute Dr. Eric Motley. Top: Mary and Broadway music director/conductor David Alan Bunn.

Special guests included U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, National Museum of Women in the Arts founder Wilhelmina Cole Holladay, D.C. socialites Nash and Aniko Gaal Schott, D.C. socialites Steven and Keiko Kaplan, Ambassador and Mrs. Walter Cutler, and many more. The concert was supported by generous gifts from Earl & Amanda Stafford and The Stafford Foundation, The Agora Culture and Dan Fisher & Ian Brown. Dr. Eric Motley, Vice-President and Executive Director of National Programs at The Aspen Institute, served as the master of ceremonies. The concert was in partnership with PBS, American Masters, and producer/filmmaker Dori Berinstein, filmmaker for the PBS documentary “ What He Did For Love.”

Headliner – 2013 Copacabana New Year’s Eve Show. Produced by Tony Award winning producer Dale Badway. Pictured: with Tony Award nominee Phillip Boykin

2016, Mary was the featured entertainment for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Opening gala for donors on September 24, 2016 in Washington, D.C. accompanied by The Joyce Garrett Singers - the annual choir for the Kennedy Center Honors, Super Bowl Halftime Show and Christmas In Washington Special on TNT. Mary was also the featured entertainment at the Black Women's Agenda Conference held at the Renaissance Hotel in Washington, D.C. on September 16, 2016. April 2016, Mary had the great pleasure to debut her new original song "Dream Big" at the 2016 US Olympic Announcement Ceremony for USA Team Fencing in preparation for the Rio Olympics. Millben was also the featured soloist for The Links, Incorporated 39th National Assembly and the 102nd NAACP National Convention.

(Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Opening gala. Pictured: The Joyce Garrett Singers)

Headliner - 2016 RIO/US Olympic Announcement Ceremony for USA Team Fencing - Richmond, VA Pictured: The USA Olympic Fencing Team, fiancé Johnny President, & The Joyce Garrett Singers

Headliner - 2016 Black Women’s Agenda Luncheon - Renaissance Hotel - Washington, D.C. (Attendance: 2,000 women from across the United States) A trained coloratura, Mary made her New York debut at the Westchester Broadway Theatre starring in Ray Roderick’s Gershwin musical ‘S Wonderful. May 2019, Mary starred in the world premiere of Jubilee at Arena Stage. Additional theatre credits include Sophisticated Ladies, starring with Broadway legend Maurice Hines at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C.; Chasing George Washington, a six-month Kennedy Center tour; and Crowns, again at Arena Stage marking her first theatrical debut. Mary has headlined solo concerts at popular New York venues including Joe's Pub at The Public Theater, The City Winery and The Cutting Room.

Mary & the band live at Joe's Pub at The Public Theater (NYC)

Mary & the band live at The Cutting Room (NYC)

The City Winery - Pictured: Rev. Althea Millben (mother), Broadway Music Director Shelton Becton, & Johnny President (fiancé) May 17th, 2017, Mary was honored to headline the 7th Annual ICE Foundation Gala at the historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. Mary performed a rousing rendition of the national anthem and a stirring arrangement of 'Amazing Grace,' as the names of fallen ICE officers were honored through display. Click on image to view live performance!

The evening was hosted by Master of Ceremonies Mike Baker, Co-Founder of Diligence LLC, a contributor on FOX News and CNN, and a career spanning over 15 years as a covert field operations officer for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

Pictured: Master of Ceremonies Mike Baker, Mary, and General John F. Kelly, former White House Chief of Staff

Moving words were rendered by keynote speaker The Honorable John F. Kelly, former White House Chief of Staff and former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security. Most poignantly, the evening memorialized and honored the family of Scott McGuire, an ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agent killed in a hit-and-run accident by a drunk driver. A native of New Orleans, McGuire's widow Suzy McGuire and 7-year old son Finn brought the audience to tears as Mrs. McGuire paid tribute to her husband and thanked the ICE Foundation family for the overwhelming support.

Pictured: Sporting the late Scott McGuire's signature pose - Mary, the late Scott McGuire's son Finn, sister, mother, and widow Suzy McGuire. On Saturday, August 26, 2017, Father Alexander Karloutsos and the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church of the Hamptons hosted their annual Blue Dream Summer Gala in Southampton, NY. This year's honorees included the Lonely Whale Foundation and the National Navy SEAL Museum & Memorial Trident House. As the evening's featured guest artist, Mary performed a rousing rendition of "America, the Beautiful/God Bless America," "Heal the World" by Michael Jackson, and shared her new single "Grace Will Lead Me Home." Honorary co-chairs included Actor Adrian Grenier, UN Goodwill Ambassador and Lonely Whale Co-Founder, and Master Chief SEAL Rick Kaiser.

Pictured: Father Alexander Karloutsos, Mary, and Johnny President (fiancé)

Mary was honored to pay tribute to the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum & Memorial, the families of America's beloved fallen Navy SEAL officers, and salute the great work of the Lonely Whale Foundation - dedicated to bringing people closer to the world’s oceans through education and awareness, and inspiring empathy and action for ocean health and the well-being of marine wildlife.

(Photos by John Mindala) See Performance on YouTube!

On Sunday, August 27th, 2017, Mary was blessed to perform one her favorite hymns, "Amazing Grace," for the morning worship service at The Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church of the Hamptons. Greeting the congregation and guests, following her performance at the 2017 Blue Dream Gala the night before, Mary shared her gratitude to Father Alexander Karloutsos and the church community for their warmth over the weekend.

Father Alexander Karloutsos is the Assistant to Archbishop Demetrios of America, Spiritual Advisor to the Order of Saint Andrew Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in America and to Faith: An Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism. Pictured Johnny President, Xanthi Karloutsos, Mary, and Father Alex Karloutsos. On Tuesday, December 5th, 2017, Mary opened the Seaport District NYC "Sea of Light" Winter Show hosted by CEO David Weinreb & The Howard Hughes Corporation. Production by Frank Supovitz and Fast Traffic Events & Entertainment. Click image to view clips from live performance!

Pictured with featured performer & America's Got Talent star Laura Bretan, and Elise Reaves, talent coordinator.

Keynote Speaker – 7th Annual "Peace through Business" Institute for the Economic Empowerment of Women Summit (IEEW) Hosted by AT&T - AT&T Performing Arts Center – Dallas, TX (Young women, business-owners from Afghanistan and Rwanda)

Above: New Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter, right, chats with Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sri Srinivasan on Saturday night at the Washington National Opera's season-opener. Top, from left: Rutter shares a laugh with Ann Jordan on Sunday night at the National Symphony Orchestra's season­ opening concert and ball; Rutter gabs · with soprano Mary Millben and her fiancé, Johnny President; and Betsy DeVos greets Rutter. The weekend was a whirlwind of introductions for Rutter, who took over the Kennedy Center position three weeks ago.

Mary performing the National Anthem for 7,000+ at the 2017 George Washington Parkway Classic race. Hosted by Pacers Running - Alexandria, VA

Mary performing the National Anthem for 9,000+ at the 2018 Inaugural National Women's Half Marathon & 8K in Washington, D.C. Hosted by Premier Event Management. Pictured with female runners and celebrity DJ MIM #giannibinianthemshoes

2013 Washington Nationals Ballpark – National Anthem – Washington, D.C. – (Attendance: More than 30,000 fans) When not on stage performing, Mary focuses her energy as spokesperson, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and serves as Founder & CEO of JMDE Enterprises, Inc. – a company with ventures in the arts, technology, education, and renewable energy. Mary serves as Global Ambassador for Education Africa, National Spokesperson for American Federation for Children and an advisor to ScholarVets. Furthermore, Mary is a long-time advocate and voice for veterans and military families, in addition to arts education in America.

Mary is a Global Ambassador for Education Africa, a nonprofit and innovative education-focused NGO in South Africa. After her first trip to Johannesburg, South Africa and the surrounding communities in 2013, Mary was deeply moved by Education Africa's artfully designed music education programs, its commitment to uplifting the poorest of the poor in post-apartheid communities, and its emphasis on building global citizens with its unique Model UN program. In 2017, Mary cheered on 14 South African high school students during their international Model UN conference in Washington, D.C. - where they took home the award of 'Outstanding Small Delegate.'

Education Africa's South African Model United Nations team in New York visiting the CBS Morning Show with Gayle King – American journalist and Co-Anchor of the CBS Morning Show.

2013 Featured Speaker – Deloitte Meeting of Business Leaders and board of Education Africa – Johannesburg, South Africa

Mary earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Oklahoma’s prestigious Weitzenhoffer Department of Musical Theatre, a minor in political science, and completed studies and fluency in Mandarin in China - Xian University, Kunming University, Peking University, and Fudan University. Mary is engaged to Johnny President, a U.S. Navy veteran and member of the U.S. Intelligence community for over 20+ years. Overall, Mary strives most to be known for her faith in God and her love for family. Mary’s motto for life: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”

Live Performances & Original Music

“America the Beautiful/God Bless America” https://youtu.be/_tzY35YVxgY

National Football League (NLF) Debut https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/posts/36930/mary-makes-national-football-league-nfl-debut

President Donald J. Trump Official 2020 Re-election Kickoff Rally (Orlando, FL – Amway Center) https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/posts/27369/right-side-broadcasting-network-rsbn-actresssinger-mary-millben-performs-for-pre.

58th Presidential Inauguration Victory Celebration Reception for President Donald Trump https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6D2DXx6vDrw

World War II 75th Anniversary Veteran's Day Commemoration Ceremony at the National World War II Memorial https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/posts/35781/mary-performs-for-world-war-ii-75th-anniversary-veterans-day-commemoration-cerem1.

40th Anniversary of U.S.-China Student Exchanges at The Embassy of the People's Republic of China https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/posts/36121/mary-to-perform-for-the-40th-anniversary-of-us-china-student-exchanges-at-the-em.

National Television Debut – ‘Spotlight Artist’ – A Joyful Noise, BET & Viacom Affiliates https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/stories/43447

“Faith in Love” single https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/faith-in-love-single/1263349454

“Grace Will Lead Me Home” single https://open.spotify.com/album/6yrv4E5cBicqNLM5DKdMEm?highlight=spotify:track:5NrSxUxrKeoEnu8nHrcHno.

Live Performance – Broadway Classics: You’ll Never Walk Alone/Climb Every Mountain https://youtu.be/1jUSDKmcc-k,

2013 Europe's Celebration of Black History - Zagreb, Croatia - Exclusive Interview with Nenad Hervatin (NOVA TV) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcreJrFK1qo

11th Annual Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) Heroes Gala Performance/Interview with NBC-MSNBC Anchor & Sunday TODAY Host Willie Geist https://marymillben.ihubapp.org/stories/44712