Mariah Carey, renowned for her powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits, is grappling with profound sorrow.
She is mourning the sudden loss of both her mother, Patricia, and her sister, Alison, who tragically passed away on the same day over the weekend.
In a heartfelt statement shared on Monday, Carey expressed the devastation of losing her beloved mother, Patricia, aged 87, who was not only a former opera singer but also her vocal coach.
Reflecting on their complicated relationship, Carey revealed in her memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, the deep emotional toll it had taken on her over the years.
Despite the challenges they faced, Carey acknowledged her mother’s efforts, writing, “To Pat, my mother, who, through it all, I do believe did the best she could.”
The untimely passing of Mariah’s sister, Alison, aged 63, who had been under hospice care, adds another layer of grief to the singer’s loss.
The relationship between Mariah and her siblings has been fraught with difficulties.
As detailed in her memoir where she described estrangement from both Alison and her brother, Morgan.
Throughout her career, Mariah Carey has achieved unparalleled success, holding the record for the most Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles by a solo artist.
Selling over 220 million records worldwide.
Her enduring holiday classic, All I Want For Christmas Is You, remains the best-selling Christmas song by a female artist of all time.
Despite the complexities within her family, the We Belong Together singer resilience and dedication to her music have solidified her as an icon in the music industry.
As she navigates this profound loss, Carey has requested privacy and time to mourn with her loved ones.
