It is with heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of superstar Mariah Carey’s loss. The talented singer revealed that her mother, Patricia Carey, and sister, Alison Carey, tragically passed away on the same day.

In a heartfelt statement, Mariah expressed her profound grief at this unimaginable tragedy. “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend,” she shared. “Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.”

Mariah Carey cherished the time she spent with her mother before her passing and expressed her gratitude for their final moments together. “I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed,” the Grammy award-winning artist said. She also thanked everyone for their love, support, and respect for her privacy during this impossible time.

The causes of Alison and Patricia’s deaths are currently unknown. Patricia, a Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach, alongside her former husband Alfred Roy Carey, raised Mariah, Alison, and Morgan. Mariah’s parents separated when she was just three years old.

According to PEOPLE, Mariah Carey’s relationship with her mother was complex. In her memoir, “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” she wrote about the contradictions and competing emotions that characterized their journey together. Mariah’s relationship with Alison was also strained, as revealed in her memoir.

Our hearts go out to Mariah Carey as she navigates this incredibly difficult time. Losing a loved one is already heartbreaking, and to face such a double loss in a single day is unimaginable. We wish her strength and love as she grieves.