Mariah Carey is mourning the loss of her mother, Patricia, 87, and sister, Alison, 63, who both died on the same day. In a heartfelt statement, Carey expressed her heartbreak and gratitude for having spent the last week with her mother before her passing. The causes of their deaths have not been disclosed. Carey's relationships with both her mother and sister were complex, as detailed in her 2020 memoir, where she described her interactions with them as marked by pain and estrangement. Alison had previously sued Mariah for emotional distress related to the memoir's content, highlighting the strained dynamics in their family. Carey has requested privacy during this difficult time as she navigates this profound loss.