In an emotional statement, Grammy-winning singer Mariah Carey confirmed the tragic loss of her mother and sister on the same day, sharing her heartbreak and requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Mariah Carey's life has been marked by both triumphs and challenges, and this past weekend brought forth an unfathomable loss with the passing of her mother and sister. In a heartbreaking statement, Carey expressed her profound grief: "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."
Despite the tragic circumstances, Carey found solace in the precious time she shared with her mother before her passing: "I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed."
Mariah Carey on the Loss of Her Mother and Sister: "My Heart Is Broken
Mariah Carey's relationship with her family has been complex, marked by both love and adversity. In her 2020 memoir, "The Meaning of Mariah Carey," she candidly shared the struggles and complexities of her relationship with her mother, Patricia.
Carey described their bond as a "prickly rope of pride, pain, shame, gratitude, jealousy, admiration, and disappointment." Despite the challenges, she expressed her love for her mother: "Our relationship is a complicated love tethers my heart to my mother's."
Mariah Carey on the Loss of Her Mother and Sister: "My Heart Is Broken
Patricia Carey was also accused of sexual abuse by her daughter Alison in a 2020 lawsuit filed in New York Supreme Court. Alison claimed that her mother allowed and encouraged multiple men to engage in sexual acts with her as a child, as well as subjecting her to satanic worship meetings.
Mariah Carey's sister's death is still under investigation, and further details have yet to be released. The Grammy-winning singer has respectfully requested privacy during this difficult time, asking for respect and support from those around her.
Mariah Carey on the Loss of Her Mother and Sister: "My Heart Is Broken
Mariah Carey's loss is a profound reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and her family during this unimaginable time of grief.
