Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Actress, Media Personality |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/03/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Mary Millben
Mary Millben publicly claimed that the newly formed political satirical outfit Cockroach Janata Party is receiving funding from select donors in the United States. She urged young Indians to protest peacefully against the group, which drew wide coverage in Indian media. The claims are a politically contested public statement by Millben, not an established finding.
Mary Millben released a video congratulating Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years in public office, including his 12 years as Chief Minister of Gujarat and 12 years as Prime Minister. She described him as a shining beacon of the Indian dream.
Mary Millben made her debut with the Professional Bull Riders as featured entertainment, performing the National Anthem at a PBR Team Series event in Oklahoma City. The appearance followed an earlier performance at the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.
Mary Millben headlined an event in Vienna, Austria, hosted by U.S. Ambassador Art Fisher and the U.S. Embassy, to recognize America's 250th anniversary and Independence Day. She performed the U.S. and Austrian national anthems along with 'God Bless America'.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Mary Jorie Millben is an American singer, actress, and media personality known for performing the national anthem and patriotic music at events attended by U.S. presidents. She is the founder and CEO of JMDE Enterprises, Incorporated, and has been recognized as a cultural ambassador promoting cultural diplomacy. In 2026 she marked 20 years of performing for the American presidency. |
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| Awards & Nominations | 2010 Helen Hayes Award nominee |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Putnam City High School |
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| University | University of Oklahoma |
| Studies | Opera, studied under tenor Don Bernardini |
| Other | Oklahoma Girls State and Girls Nation alumna |
Personal Life
| Upbringing | Raised primarily by her mother after her parents divorced in 1987 |
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| Early Start | Began singing at age five in the children's choir at Wildewood Christian Church in Oklahoma City |
Family
| Father | Rev. Michael Millben |
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| Mother | Althea Millben, a classically trained soprano and retired Pentecostal music pastor |
Career
| Start | Career began around 2008 and includes a White House internship under President George W. Bush |
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| Performances | Has performed the national anthem and patriotic music for U.S. Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden |
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| International Work | Performed in India, including attending India's Independence Day celebration as the first American musician invited to do so |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was elected the second African American female Student Body President at the University of Oklahoma | |
| 2. Was the first African American female Vice-President at the University of Oklahoma | |
| 3. Was the presidential runner-up at the 1999 American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation | |
| 4. Plays the violin in addition to singing | |
| 5. Her music genre is listed as world music |
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