Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka spark breakup speculations as singer goes solo on annual Aspen trip

Rumors about a split between Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka have been around for a while, as they haven't been spotted in public together since March
PUBLISHED DEC 19, 2023
Rumors swirl as Mariah Carey celebrates holidays without Bryan Tanaka (@mariahcarey/Instagram)
Rumors swirl as Mariah Carey celebrates holidays without Bryan Tanaka (@mariahcarey/Instagram)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pop icon Mariah Carey is reportedly spending the holidays solo, fueling speculation about a possible split from her beau of seven years, Bryan Tanaka.

The absence of the dancer, who has traditionally accompanied Carey on her annual holiday trips to Aspen, has been seemingly confirmed by an insider to PEOPLE Magazine


 
 
 
 
 
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Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka haven't been seen together publicly since March

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Bryan Tanaka and Mariah Carey have shared a professional relationship since 2006 (@bryantanaka/Instagram)

The rumors about Carey and Tanaka's apparent split began circulating when the pop star kicked off her "Merry Christmas One and All!" tour in November, and the dancer was noticeably absent from her shows.

Moreover, the couple, who have been dating for seven years, has not been seen publicly together since March.

On her birthday this year, Tanaka took to his Instagram to share a sweet post, writing, "This is one of my favorite pictures. Ever. Happy Anniversary my Beautiful Queen. 3/27." 


 
 
 
 
 
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Tanaka and Carey's relationship began professionally in 2006 when the dancer joined the superstar on her "Adventures of Mimi" tour. After a decade of working together, their connection evolved into a romantic one in 2016.

Despite their longstanding professional and personal history, rumors suggest a possible separation.

Mariah Carey admits 'last year wasn't the greatest' 


 
 
 
 
 
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In a December 4 digital cover story with PEOPLE Magazine, Carey opened up about her 2023 holiday plans, expressing her excitement for this Christmas season.

The 'Obsessed' singer noted, "I’ve been looking forward to this Christmas for, like, the whole year. Since last year — because last year wasn’t the greatest. I’m thankful for them all, but it wasn’t my most fun version of Christmas ever."

Without providing details, she vowed to "have fun" during the 2023 holiday season and added, "Come hell or high water, this year, this Christmas, we are going to have fun." 

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