Mariah Carey has revealed that her mother Patricia and sister Alison died on the same day. The 55-year-old star told People in a statement this week, “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.

” The Grammy-winning artist said she was grateful to have spent her mother’s final moments by her side, telling the outlet, “I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed. “I appreciate everyone’s love and support and respect for my privacy during this impossible time.”.