Bryan Tanaka Confirms Split From Mariah Carey After 7 'Extraordinary Years'
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Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka have broken up, the dancer and choreographer confirmed Tuesday.
“With mixed emotions, I share this personal update regarding my amicable separation from Mariah Carey after seven extraordinary years together,” Tanaka wrote on Instagram.
“Our decision to embark on different paths is mutual, and as we navigate these separate journeys, we do so with profound respect and an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the invaluable time we’ve shared. The memories we’ve created and the artistic collaborations are etched in my heart forever.”
Bryan Tanaka (left) first worked with Mariah Carey professionally as a dancer on a tour in 2006. He later took on a new role as the singer's creative director.
Tanaka also mentioned the pop superstar’s 12-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, saying, “I want to express my love and appreciation for Mariah and her incredible children, whose warmth and kindness have enriched my life in ways words cannot capture.”
He requested privacy and respect, and acknowledged fans for their support.
“I eagerly anticipate continuing my journey, knowing my passion for inspiration, dance, and the creative arts will resonate in the unfolding chapters,” he wrote.
Here is Tanaka’s statement in full:
Carey has not commented publicly on the split.
Rumors of a breakup had been swirling for weeks, as Tanaka did not appear to be present at the singer’s recent Merry Christmas One and All! tour and reportedly did not join her on a holiday trip to Aspen, Colorado.
The two initially met in 2006, when Tanaka joined Carey’s tour The Adventures of Mimi as a backup dancer. He went on to become her creative director.
They began dating in 2016, after Carey’s split from Australian billionaire James Packer.
Carey was previously married to TV personality Nick Cannon, the father of her two children.
