🎶 iHeartRadio Music Awards: Mariah Carey Remembers Beloved Mother
- 👉 Mariah Carey
- 👉 Loss
- 👉 iHeartRadio Music Awards
- 👉 Emotional Recollections
- 👉 St. Patrick's Day Tribute
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- Gratitude expressed by Mariah Carey towards her deceased mother
Echoing harmonies of nostalgia, the 12th iHeartRadio Music Awards has set Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre ablaze with touching performances, stellar collaborations, and heartfelt recognitions. Music megastar Mariah Carey, drop-dead-gorgeous Lady Gaga, and rap royalty Nelly received heartfelt accolades. And an upcoming dynamo named Gracie Abrams snatched the title of Breakthrough Artist of the Year.
Mariah Carey accepted the Icon Award, synonymous with musical longevity, with sheer grace. The week'sProcessor of Emotions herself couldn't contain her joy as she exclaimed, "Winning the Icon Award is an absolute fucking honor!" Unsurprisingly, she dedicated her victory to her late mother, Patricia Carey. St. Patrick's Day served as a poignant reminder of the matriarch who nurtured her skill and fostered her love for music.
Cracks of raw emotion rippled through the auditorium as Carey recalled memories of her mother, who passed away alongside her sister on a tragic day in August 2024. The luminous powerhouse Let 'Er Rip, remembering her roots, declared, "I want to honor my mother tonight, Patricia Carey, who gave me the priceless gift of music."
Swift Storms Awards, from Afar
The ever-gracious Taylor Swift continued her reign, collecting a whopping eight nods and triumphs, including Artist of the Year and the monumental Tour of the Century. Despite the packed schedule and whirlwind performances, she humbly acknowledged everyone's support, sharing a heartfelt gratitude from her realm.
The elusive pop queen delivered a heart-stirring thank-you speech remotely, beaming into the award ceremony like a beacon of hope. With her usual charm and fierceness, the Late, Great Swift spoke candidly, "The greatest battles I've known in life can sometimes result in the purest joys we celebrate when we conquer them. And this grueling tour has undoubtedly been the most strenuous challenge I've taken on."
Swift's Eras Tour, a phenomenal 3.5-hour extravaganza, pushed her to new limits, and it remains etched in her memory. Reflecting on this acclaimed endeavor, the immortal lyricsmith expressed, "My fans were my lifeline and drove me through every performance." To complement her message, a breathtaking excerpt from the opening night of her dramatic Eras Tour was aired.
LL Cool J Takes the Helm
The venerable LL Cool J masterfully presided over the iHeartRadio Music Awards ceremony, marking his second consecutive year in the coveted hosting role. The esteemed event honors the gamut of iHeartRadio's most-played artists and songs in 2024, as well as offering a tantalizing first taste of the top sonic sensations that will dominate 2025.
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On this melodious soirée, emotions brimmed, new stars luminously brightened, and the undeniable power of music continued its unstoppable march. And as we bid adieu to this moving musical carnival, we find ourselves holding on to the memory of Carey's tender tribute to her late mother, Patricia – a woman whose tireless dedication and love left an indelible mark on the annals of music.
- Relatives and Connections:
- Patricia Carey, Mariah Carey's mother, was a former opera singer and vocal coach (Irish descent).
- Life Events:
- Both Mariah Carey's mother and sister passed away on the same day in August 2024.
In the heart of the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Mariah Carey paid tribute to her beloved mother, Patricia Carey, by dedicating her Icon Award to her. This emotional moment was reminiscent of a lyric from Carey's song, "I'm gonna be a mother, ♪ I'm gonna be a mother, ♪ I'm gonna be a mother ♪," hinting at the joy and bond she had shared with her mother. With the memories of Patricia Carey, a former opera singer of Irish descent, still resonating, the night took on a sense of poignant joy and sorrow, echoing the sentiments felt in 2025 when the infamous date approached. Carey's close connection with her mother was further cemented when she revealed the source of her passion for music, adding a touch of melancholy to the celebratory atmosphere of the awards show.
