Mariah Carey's ex Bryan Tanaka breaks silence on 'mutual' split after 7 years

26 December 2023 , 22:57

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Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka were together for seven years (Image: Penske Media via Getty Images)

Mariah Carey's ex-boyfriend Bryan Tanaka has spoken out about their split after seven years together. In a heartfelt Instagram post, he confirmed the break up was a "mutual" decision.

Bryan shared: "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." He added that their memories and artistic collaborations will be "etched" in his heart forever.

He also praised Mariah's dedication to her family and craft, expressing his love for her and her children. He said: "Mariah and her incredible children, whose warmth and kindness have enriched my life in ways words cannot capture."

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Mariah Carey's ex breaks silence on split (bryantanaka/Instagram)

He concluded his post by asking for privacy and respect, thanking fans for their support. He wrote: "The outpouring of love and support from fans has been a beacon of strength, and I am extremely grateful for the encouragement that continues to uplift me. I eagerly anticipate continuing my journey, knowing my passion for inspiration, dance, and the creative arts will resonate in the unfolding chapters."

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Mariah Carey and her boyfriend Bryan Tanaka have reportedly split after seven years together. Fans started to suspect something was up when Bryan, 40, wasn't seen with Mariah, 54, during her festive tour, Merry Christmas One and All!, which kicked off in November. A source confirmed the breakup in December.

Mariah Carey's ex, Bryan Tanaka, breaks silence on split (FilmMagic for Mariah Carey)

A pal told Page Six: "He wants to have a family. That's not where she is at."

Bryan's desire for kids isn't surprising given he's younger than Mariah, who already has twins, Moroccan and Monroe, with her ex-hubby, Nick Cannon. The pair first met in 2006 when Bryan joined Mariah's Adventures of Mimi tour as a backup dancer. Their romance didn't start until 2016, after a decade of working together. They briefly split in 2017 but later rekindled their relationship.

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