In a deeply tragic turn of events, Mariah Carey has announced the simultaneous loss of her mother Patricia and sister Alison over the weekend. The multi-Grammy Award-winning singer shared the heartbreaking news in a statement to People, revealing that both family members passed away on the same day.
Carey, 55, expressed profound sorrow, saying, “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.” She added, “I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed,” acknowledging the bittersweet comfort of their final moments together.
The singer requested privacy during this extraordinarily difficult period, thanking fans and supporters for their outpouring of love and respect. Mariah’s mother, Patricia, was an 87-year-old Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach, known for her artistic influence and complex relationship with her daughter, as detailed in Carey’s 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey. The memoir described their relationship as a mix of pride, pain, and deep emotional conflict.
Messages of support have flooded in from fans worldwide, with many expressing their condolences and admiration for Carey’s strength. On social media, supporters have shared heartfelt tributes, highlighting the unimaginable nature of losing both a mother and sister in such close succession.
At this time, Carey has not disclosed the causes of their deaths, choosing to focus on remembering their lives and the love she shared with them. The dual loss marks an exceptionally sorrowful chapter for the singer, who continues to grieve the passing of her loved ones while navigating her public and personal life.
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Written by: Theone Jacobs
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