Mariah Carey is currently grieving the loss of both her mother, Patricia Carey, and her sister, Alison Carey, who tragically passed away on the same day. In a statement to People, the 55-year-old singer expressed her heartbreak over the devastating news.
While Mariah did not disclose the cause of death for her mother, who was 87 years old, or her older sister, who was 63, she did mention that she was grateful to have spent the last week with her mom before her passing. Mariah also thanked everyone for their love, support, and respect for her privacy during this difficult time.
Patricia Carey was married to Alfred Carey from 1960 to 1973 and was the mother of Mariah, Alison, and son Morgan Carey. Alfred passed away in July 2002 at the age of 72. Alison is survived by her sons Shawn and Michael.
In her 2020 memoir, “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” the Grammy winner opened up about her complex relationship with her family. She shared about the challenges she has faced with Patricia and her siblings over the years, expressing the need to set boundaries for her own emotional well-being.
Despite their troubled past, Mariah expressed forgiveness towards her family but made it clear that she was not actively seeking reconciliation. She acknowledged the brokenness within her siblings and expressed sadness for their situation.
After welcoming twins Moroccan and Monroe in 2011 with ex-husband Nick Cannon, Mariah vowed to provide her children with the love and support she felt was lacking in her own childhood. She emphasized the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for her kids, giving them everything she didn’t have growing up.
Through her music and personal journey, Mariah Carey continues to inspire fans with her resilience and strength in the face of adversity. As she navigates this challenging time of loss, her commitment to her family and her children remains unwavering.
