Mariah Carey recently shared the tragic news that her mother, Patricia, and sister, Alison, both passed away on the same day this past weekend. In a statement to People magazine, Carey expressed her heartbreak over the losses, mentioning that she was grateful to have spent the last week with her mother before her death. She requested privacy during this “impossible time” and thanked everyone for their support.
Patricia Carey, who was also musically talented, was a Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach. Mariah had credited her mother for nurturing her vocal abilities, though she acknowledged in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, that their relationship had been complex and filled with both pride and pain. She described their bond as one marked by a mix of admiration, disappointment, and gratitude.
Despite the challenges in their relationship, Mariah dedicated a part of her memoir to her mother, writing that she believed Patricia did her best. The singer’s tribute to her mother emphasized her ongoing love and commitment to honoring her memory.
Details surrounding the causes of Patricia and Alison’s deaths have not been disclosed, and Mariah has not commented further on the circumstances. As this is a developing story, more updates may follow.
