Mary J. Blige and JAY-Z are tied with five NAACP Image Award nominations each.
Mary was nominated for songs from her latest album Strength of a Woman, meanwhile Hov was nominated for his album 4:44, as well as a nod for Entertainer of the Year.
Bruno Mars, Issa Rae, Chance the Rapper, Chadwick Boseman and director Ava DuVernay have all been nominated for Entertainer of the Year as well.
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The 49th anniversary NAACP Image Award will honor entertainers and writers of color. The winners will be announced by Anthony Anderson during a 2-hour ceremony on January 15th, which is also Martin Luther King Day.
