It seems Mariah Carey's holiday wish for ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’ isn't holding, as she and Bryan Tanaka have decided to part ways after seven years together. The two initially met during one of Mariah's tours, and Bryan, a professional dancer, joined her team in 2006 as a background performer.
Their professional relationship evolved into a romantic one in 2016, and their love story was publicly confirmed in February 2017 when Mariah referred to Bryan as her "boyfriend" in an interview. Recently, Bryan shared a detailed note on Instagram officially confirming their breakup, and all the relevant details are included.
Bryan Tanaka, aged 40, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message with fans, officially confirming his separation from Mariah Carey. In his statement, he expressed, "Dear friends and fans, with mixed emotions, I share this personal update regarding my amicable separation from Mariah Carey after seven extraordinary years together."
He went on to explain that their decision to go their separate ways was mutual, emphasizing the deep respect and gratitude they have for the time they spent together. Bryan acknowledged the lasting memories and artistic collaborations, expressing their significance.
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According to a report, Bryan Tanaka did not accompany Mariah Carey on her Merry Christmas One and All! Tour in mid-November, sparking initial breakup rumours. The report also verified that he wasn't part of the festive season celebrations with Mariah in Aspen, Colorado, as has been customary in the past. These observations raised concerns among fans, who also noticed Bryan's absence from Mariah's Christmas festivities.
Before Bryan Tanaka, Mariah Carey was engaged to Australian billionaire James Packer, ending their engagement just a few months after it began in October 2016—the same month she initiated her relationship with her dancer boyfriend.
Before her engagement to James Packer, Mariah was married to Nick Cannon from 2008 to 2016, and they share twins named Moroccan and Monroe.
Earlier in her life, Carey was married to Tommy Mottola, with their marriage lasting for four years before they divorced in 1997.
– Farheen Ali
