Being Mary Jane is an American drama television series created by Mara Brock Akil and starring Gabrielle Union.

[4] The series follows the professional and personal life of successful TV news anchor Mary Jane Paul, who lived in Atlanta and New York City.

[15] The series centers on successful broadcast journalist Mary Jane Paul (played by Gabrielle Union) and her professional and private family life while searching for "Mr.

Right": Mary Jane Paul has it all: she's a successful TV news anchor, entirely self-sufficient – an all-around powerhouse who remains devoted to a family that doesn't share her motivation.

The second and third seasons received positive reviews, specifically praising Gabrielle Union's leading performance, Mara Brock Akil's writing, and directing work by Regina King.