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Mariah Carey is reportedly feeling overwhelmed as she navigates both personal and legal challenges. After the devastating loss of her mother and elder sister on the same day, the iconic singer now faces the strain of a family feud that has escalated into a costly legal battle with her brother.
Mariah’s brother, Morgan Carey, sued her for defamation following the release of her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey. In the book, Mariah described her brother as “violent and sold drugs,” leading him to claim that these accusations damaged his reputation. The lawsuit has reportedly become a significant burden for the singer, both emotionally and financially.
According to a source who spoke to Life & Style, “She’s spending a fortune on her defense, money she doesn’t really have.” The source revealed that Mariah is struggling with the intense pressure of the legal process. “She’s scared to death of depositions and all the intrusive questions,” they added.
The stress of the ongoing lawsuit appears to be taking a toll on the pop star, and those close to her are becoming increasingly concerned about how she’s coping with the pressure. “Her methods of coping have friends worried she’s digging a deeper hole for herself,” the source explained. “Mariah doesn’t manage well when faced with difficult situations.”
One of the ways Mariah has reportedly been dealing with the stress is by indulging in her penchant for extravagant spending. According to the insider, “Being able to spend money, and even waste money, gives her a lot of happiness.” They went on to say, “If she’s feeling sad, she goes shopping. If she’s happy, she goes shopping.”
While retail therapy might bring some short-term relief, those close to Mariah are concerned that her spending habits could be compounding her financial problems. The source added that the singer often disregards the advice of her financial advisors, noting, “She just rolls her eyes and accuses them of overreacting.”
The lawsuit, combined with the grief of losing her family members, has left Mariah in a vulnerable state. The insider shared that friends are particularly worried about her ability to manage the pressures of the courtroom, especially given how deeply personal the accusations are.
This isn’t the first time Mariah’s personal life has made headlines, but this particular situation seems to have hit her harder than usual. With legal fees mounting and the emotional strain of family disputes, the singer’s typically glamorous lifestyle might be masking deeper struggles behind the scenes.
As the legal battle with her brother continues, Mariah is reportedly focusing on her defense, though it remains unclear how the case will unfold. What is certain, however, is that the combination of family conflict, grief, and financial pressures has left the pop diva in a challenging place, with those close to her hoping she can find a way to navigate these difficult waters.
