Kevork Djansezian / getty
Mariah Carey is mourning the heartbreaking losses of both her mother and estranged sister, a difficult period that has been met with overwhelming grief for the iconic singer. Amid this tragedy, her former husband, Nick Cannon, has reportedly stepped in to offer emotional support during this tough time.
An insider recently shared with Life & Style the depth of Carey’s sorrow and Cannon’s compassionate response. The source explained, “Nick knows what a struggle it was for her to walk away from the relationship with her sister and do the tough-love thing.” Carey had been estranged from her older sister, Alison, for years due to Alison’s struggles with substance abuse.
Their relationship had long been strained, a decision that took a significant toll on Carey, but one she felt was necessary. The same source also noted how deeply Carey relied on her mother, Patricia, making her sudden passing even more devastating. “And he knows how much she relied on her mother, so he rushed in to offer his support,” the insider revealed.
Cannon, who shares twins Moroccan and Monroe with Carey, has shown up for her in a significant way during this period of grief. “He’s been offering to help in any way he can and calling every day to check on her. She’s forever grateful for how he’s stepped up,” the confidante continued. Despite their divorce in 2016, Carey and Cannon have maintained a co-parenting relationship, but this tragic moment has brought them closer in an unexpected way.
Carey shared the sad news of her mother Patricia’s passing last month on social media. In a heartfelt post, she expressed her deep loss while also revealing the shocking detail that her estranged sister Alison had died on the same day.
While Alison and Carey had been distant for many years, the double loss undoubtedly added to the weight of Carey’s grief. During this time of profound sorrow, Nick Cannon’s unwavering support has been a source of comfort for Carey, reminding her that even in the face of tragedy, she has people she can lean on.
