When it comes to legendary R&B divas, Mariah Carey—popularly known to her fans as the “Lamb” or the Queen of Christmas—is at the top of the list. But while her five-octave range has kept her famous for decades, her love life has often been just as loud as her high notes.
In Nigeria, we love a good “gist” about celebrity relationships, especially when money and drama are involved. Mariah’s history has it all: powerful husbands, messy breakups, and a $50 million lawsuit. Here is a breakdown of the men who have been in her life.
The Power Husbands
Mariah has been married twice. Her first marriage was in 1993 to Tommy Mottola, the big boss at Sony Music who helped launch her career. Although it looked like a fairytale, Mariah later described it as feeling like she was in a “cage” due to his controlling nature. They divorced in 1998.
Her second husband was the energetic actor and TV host Nick Cannon. They married in 2008 and had twins, Moroccan and Monroe (affectionately called “Dem Babies”). Interestingly, Nigerians often joke about Nick Cannon today because of his many children with multiple women, but with Mariah, he remains a dedicated “baby daddy.” They split in 2014 but remain very good friends.
The Billionaire and the $50 Million “Settlement”
One of Mariah’s most talked-about relationships was with Australian billionaire James Packer. The two got engaged in 2016 with a massive diamond ring. However, when the relationship crashed, Mariah didn’t just walk away. She reportedly sued him for a “divalent” $50 million as a settlement for uprooting her life to be with him. She also reportedly sold that famous engagement ring for a cool $2 million. Now, that’s how you handle a breakup!
The Music Feuds and Secret Romances
Who can forget the drama with Eminem? The rapper claimed they dated for seven months, but Mariah denied it so hard she released the hit song “Obsessed” (which many Nigerians still sing word-for-word). She also had a meaningful romance with baseball star Derek Jeter, whom she credits for helping her find the courage to leave her first marriage.
Where is she now?
After a long seven-year relationship with her backup dancer, Bryan Tanaka, which ended in 2023, Mariah has moved on. She is currently linked to American rapper and singer Anderson .Paak. Though they haven’t made it “official-official,” they’ve been spotted looking very cozy at public events.
Whether she’s dating a model, a musician, or a billionaire, one thing is certain: Mariah Carey knows her worth and isn’t afraid to collect her “dues” when things go south.
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