On that same “tragic” day, Mariah Carey received the heartbreaking news about her mother and sister, which was an unimaginable blow to her.

Mariah Carey’s Unimaginable Loss

Heartbreaking News

Superstar Mariah Carey has shared devastating news: her mother, Patricia Carey, and sister, Alison Carey, passed away on the same day. This tragic event has left her with profound sadness. The Grammy Award-winning artist confirmed their deaths over the weekend in a heartfelt message.

Expressing Her Grief

“I am heartbroken over the loss of my mother this past weekend,” Carey said, according to PEOPLE. She also revealed, “Tragically, my sister passed away on the same day.”

Despite the immense sorrow, Carey expressed gratitude for spending her mother’s final week with her. She stated, “I appreciate everyone’s love and support and respect for my privacy during this impossible time.”

Unknown Causes

As of now, the causes of Patricia’s and Alison’s deaths remain unknown. Patricia, a Juilliard-trained opera soprano and vocal instructor, was married to Alfred Roy Carey and had three children: Morgan, Alison, and Mariah. Mariah’s parents separated when she was just three years old.

Complex Relationships

Carey had a complicated relationship with her mother, as noted in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey. She described their relationship as “full of contradictions and competing realities,” rather than straightforward.

Similarly, Carey’s relationship with Alison was strained. In her memoir, Carey mentioned that it was “emotionally and physically safer for me not to have any contact” with her siblings.

Support for Mariah Carey

We extend our strength and love to Mariah Carey during this incredibly challenging time. Dealing with the loss of loved ones is always difficult, but facing two losses on the same day is truly unimaginable.