As the holiday season approaches, Mariah Carey is serving up more than just festive tunes—she’s sharing a heartwarming family tradition. The Queen of Christmas revealed that one of her favorite holiday activities is cooking, specifically her father’s beloved linguini with white clam sauce. “I make it every year, and sometimes my daughter Monroe helps me make it,” the 55-year-old superstar said, reflecting on this cherished ritual.
Carey’s 13-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, are a big part of her life, and the tradition of preparing this special dish adds a personal, cozy touch to her Christmas celebrations. “It’s something I love doing,” Carey shared, adding a sentimental note about the recipe that honors her father’s memory.
This December, Carey is also spreading holiday cheer on SiriusXM’s Holly station with her special “Mariah Mondays” takeover. Fans can tune in on Dec. 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 6 a.m. to midnight for a mix of holiday classics and her own festive hits. In addition to iconic Carey tracks like All I Want for Christmas Is You, listeners can enjoy tunes by artists like Kelly Clarkson, Aretha Franklin, and Stevie Wonder. The “Obsessed” singer’s hand-picked playlist promises to make every Monday feel like Christmas.
“Blending holiday classics with festive hits” is the goal for Mariah Mondays, ensuring that there’s something for every holiday music lover. It’s a perfect way to bring Carey’s signature style to your holiday gatherings while enjoying the sound of season’s best.
While she’s busy decking the halls, Carey is also looking ahead to 2025 with exciting projects in the works. “I’m working on new music, and though I don’t want to say too much, it’s exciting,” she teased, leaving fans buzzing with curiosity. Carey also hinted at ventures connected to her memoir, The Meaning of Mariah, and a scripted series about her life.
The NY Times bestseller author didn’t dive too deep into specifics but promised fans there’s much to look forward to. “There’s things that have to do with my book and my scripted series,” Carey said. “But I don’t want to go into it too far, because then everyone’s going to say, ‘Why did you tell us this and it didn’t happen?'” For now, fans will have to keep guessing—one thing’s for sure, Mariah always has something up her sleeve.
In addition to her musical and media projects, Carey is all about embracing the holiday spirit with her family. Between cooking meals for her loved ones and offering fans an inside look at her world with Mariah Mondays, Carey is ensuring that this holiday season is as merry as ever.
And as for what comes next, Carey promises even more festive surprises to come, with the holidays and 2025 both offering plenty of reasons to celebrate her legendary career.
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