Mariah Carey Reveals Heartbreaking Loss: Mother and Sister Pass Away on the Same Day

Mariah Carey performs at the grand opening of “Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live” on April 12, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.Photo byGetty Images for Live Nation

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In a devastating revelation, iconic singer Mariah Carey has shared the tragic news that her mother, Patricia, and her older sister, Alison, both passed away on the same day over the weekend. The loss has left Carey heartbroken, as she expressed in a heartfelt statement to The Post.

Mariah Carey attends the 2024 Fresh Air Fund Spring Benefit at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on May 16, 2024 in New York City.Photo byPatrick McMullan via Getty Images

Statement from Mariah Carey
"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," Carey shared. "I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed. I appreciate everyone’s love and support and respect for my privacy during this impossible time."

Alison Carey older walks to the Saugerties, NY, Town Court Wednesday August 31, 2016 in connection to an arrest by Saugerties Police.Photo byDouglas Healey

A Family Shrouded in Grief and Complex Relationships

Carey did not disclose further details regarding the cause of death for either Patricia, aged 84, or Alison, aged 63, leaving many fans and followers in mourning. Patricia, a Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach, had a complicated relationship with her daughter Mariah, something the singer has previously spoken about.

Mariah Carey’s older sister Alison Carey exits the Saugerties, NY, Town Court on August 31, 2016 following an arrest days earlier.Photo byDouglas Healey

In her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, the pop star delved into the intricate dynamics of her relationship with her mother. "Like many aspects of my life, my journey with my mother has been full of contradictions and competing realities. It’s never been only black-and-white — it’s been a whole rainbow of emotions," Carey wrote.

Despite the complexities, Carey dedicated part of her memoir to Patricia, writing, "And to Pat, my mother, who, through it all, I do believe actually did the best she could. I will love you the best I can, always."

Troubled Past with Sister Alison

The relationship with her sister Alison was even more fraught. In her memoir, Carey recounted disturbing allegations, including claims of abuse. These accusations led Alison to sue Carey in 2021, seeking $1.25 million in damages for what she described as "intentional infliction of immense emotional distress."

Alison, who struggled with a range of health issues and personal traumas, accused Carey of using her public platform to humiliate her for the sake of sensational headlines and book sales.

Conclusion

The double loss of both her mother and sister on the same day marks a profoundly sorrowful chapter in Mariah Carey’s life, one that underscores the often turbulent and painful history of her family relationships. As fans and friends rally around the star, Carey has requested privacy during this deeply personal and heartbreaking time.

Source: NYPost