Mariah Carey, the iconic singer and songwriter, has been struck by an unimaginable tragedy as both her mother, Patricia, and her sister, Alison, passed away on the same day over the weekend. This shocking news was reported by People Magazine.
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Carey expressed her profound grief, 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.” Despite the overwhelming sadness, she shared a small solace in having spent time with her mother during her final days. “I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed,” she added, expressing gratitude for the love and support she has received while requesting privacy during this difficult period.
Patricia Carey, formerly married to Alfred Roy Carey, had a distinguished background as a Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach. She and Alfred welcomed three children together: Alison, Mariah, and their brother, Morgan, before their marriage ended when Mariah was just three years old.
The relationship between Mariah and her mother was known to be complex, marked by both closeness and tension. Patricia played a significant role in nurturing Mariah’s extraordinary vocal talent, which ultimately propelled her to stardom. Despite their turbulent relationship, they shared moments of connection, including a memorable duet during the 2010 Christmas special, “Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas to You.” In her memoir, Mariah dedicated a portion of the book to her mother, acknowledging her efforts and expressing a lasting love.
Details surrounding the causes of death for both Patricia and Alison remain undisclosed, leaving many to wonder about the circumstances of this tragic double loss. Mariah’s relationship with her sister Alison, however, was more distant and fraught with difficulties. In her memoir, Mariah revealed that for her own emotional and physical well-being, she had chosen to limit contact with both Alison and Morgan at various points in her life.
As the world awaits more information, Mariah Carey’s fans and friends continue to offer their support during this heart-wrenching time, mourning alongside her for the tremendous loss of two family members in one day.