Mariah Carey has spoken out for the first time following the sudden deaths of her mother, Patricia, and sister, Alison, both of whom passed away on the same day. In an emotional Instagram post, Carey expressed her gratitude for the support from her fans and mentioned that she is back at work, rehearsing for upcoming shows in China and Brazil. Despite having had a strained relationship with her family, Carey shared that she felt blessed to have spent the last week with her mother before her passing. The singer emphasized the importance of privacy during this challenging time and thanked her fans for their love and support.