Music legend Mariah Carey is grieving the terrible loss of her mother and sister, who sadly died on the same day, in a heartbreaking turn of events. The musician, who is well-known for songs like Hero and We Belong Together, revealed the news on August 27, 2024, in a statement that was incredibly emotional.
Carey disclosed that her mother Patricia, an 87-year-old opera singer and vocal coach with training from Juilliard, had died over the weekend. The untimely passing of her sister Alison on the same day as the tragedy added to its agony. Although the circumstances of their death are still unknown, Mariah thanked her mother for the time she had with her before she passed away.
Mariah is devastated by the double loss, even though her relationship with her sister Alison has been strained over the years due to personal and legal disputes. She requested privacy during this trying time in her statement, thanking fans for their outpouring of love and support.
Millions of her fans around the world have expressed their shock and sympathy to the five-time Grammy Award winner over this tragic incident. Mariah views this as the beginning of a very painful and intimate chapter that emphasizes how fleeting life is, even for well-known celebrities.
Mariah’s musical career was greatly influenced by her mother Patricia, and Alison’s tumultuous relationship with her sister gained national attention in recent years as a result of a lawsuit involving family disputes. In spite of their differences, the singer’s loss is unquestionably significant because she is dealing with a double tragedy for which no one could ever be ready.
For the time being, Mariah’s supporters are still there for her, sending her love as she gets through this very trying time of loss.