Mariah Carey Receives Icon Award at iHeartRadio Music Awards

Mariah Carey was honored with the Icon Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, where she delivered a memorable acceptance speech that included a humorous remark about lighting. During her speech, she reminisced about her childhood dreams of being on the airwaves and expressed excitement over her songs still playing on the radio. Carey made a subtle reference to her ex-husband while thanking her first manager and acknowledged her late mother in an emotional tribute. The event featured a musical tribute from singers Tori Kelly and Muni Long, who performed some of her biggest hits. Despite mixed reactions to her diva-like behavior, Carey’s legacy in the music industry remains undisputed. Fans and attendees appreciated her heartfelt moments amid the spectacle of her performance.