Music Artists Relationships December 24, 2023
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Mariah Carey, the undisputed Queen of Christmas, is not letting personal troubles dim her festive spirit. The iconic singer, known for her annual Christmas trips to Aspen, showcased pure Christmas cheer during a recent outing in the picturesque winter wonderland, despite the recent news of her breakup with boyfriend Bryan Tanaka.
In a set of dazzling Chanel ensembles, Mariah, 54, was the epitome of showbiz glitz. Adorned in a fur wrap, sparkly leggings, and sky-high Louboutins, she exuded glamour and elegance. A Chanel beanie added the perfect touch to her holiday look as she beamed with joy, seemingly untouched by the recent rumors surrounding her love life.
The breakup with Bryan Tanaka, her boyfriend of seven years, was confirmed this week after months of speculation. Notably absent from Mariah’s holiday trip to Aspen, Bryan’s absence only fueled the ongoing rumors. Sources revealed to Page Six that the couple called it quits due to differing desires regarding starting a family. Bryan, 40, reportedly wants children, while Mariah, a mother of 12-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, with ex-husband Nick Cannon, is not ready for more.
The 14-year age gap between Mariah and Bryan was cited as a contributing factor to their separation. Despite their significant age difference, the couple had weathered various challenges over the years. Their last public appearance together dates back to March, with Bryan posting a sweet Instagram snap to mark their anniversary. However, he has been noticeably absent from Mariah’s social media for nearly a year.
Mariah’s current Aspen retreat follows her extravagant Christmas concert tour, where she delighted fans by bringing powerhouse performers Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson onstage. Bryan, who used to accompany Mariah on stage during her festive shows, was notably missing from this year’s performances, further fueling speculation about their relationship status.
Mariah and Bryan’s connection dates back to 2006 when he worked as one of the backup dancers on her Adventures Of Mimi tour. Following her high-profile divorce from Nick Cannon, Mariah briefly engaged with Australian billionaire James Packer before finding love with Bryan in 2016. Despite a brief split in 2017, the couple remained together until this recent breakup.
While they maintained privacy about their relationship, Bryan expressed admiration for Mariah in a 2016 interview with E! News, saying, ‘Something connected with us back in the day, and there was just a mutual admiration.’ He spoke of Mariah recognizing something in him that he didn’t see, sealing their connection ‘in history.’
As Mariah enjoys her time in Aspen, reveling in the holiday spirit, fans can’t help but admire her resilience and unwavering Christmas cheer amidst the breakup news. The iconic diva continues to shine, proving that nothing can dull her festive sparkle.
