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The Short Version
A long-running public dispute between rapper Eminem and singer Mariah Carey stemming from Eminem's claims of a romantic relationship in the early 2000s, which Carey consistently denied. The feud produced public diss tracks, music video parodies, and media commentary across more than two decades.
Latest Development
Carey Responds to '8 Mile' Casting Rumors on Television
Appearing on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Carey acknowledged rumors that Eminem wanted her cast in 8 Mile might hold some truth, but dismissed the feud saying she does not care.
October 1, 2025 · Public statement
The Beef
Chronological, newest first. Every entry cites a source.
Beef timeline
October 1, 2025
Carey Responds to '8 Mile' Casting Rumors on Television
Public statementAppearing on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Carey acknowledged rumors that Eminem wanted her cast in 8 Mile might hold some truth, but dismissed the feud saying she does not care.
Source ↗2009
Carey Releases 'Obsessed'; Eminem Responds With 'The Warning'
Public statementCarey released a music video for 'Obsessed' featuring a male stalker parodying Eminem. In response, Eminem released the diss track 'The Warning'.
Source ↗2006
Eminem Reignites Tension in Song Lyrics
Public statementEminem referenced Carey on 'Jimmy Crack Corn' and later called out Carey and her then-husband Nick Cannon on 'Bagpipes From Baghdad', prompting public reactions from Cannon.
Source ↗2001
Eminem Claims Relationship; Carey Denies Dating
AllegationEminem publicly claimed he was involved in a romantic relationship with Mariah Carey, which Carey repeatedly denied, stating in a 2002 interview that they had only met a few times.
Source ↗
Where It Stands
Dormant. The dispute is largely dormant. In October 2025, Mariah Carey addressed resurfaced rumors on Watch What Happens Live, downplaying the conflict and stating she does not care about past rap lyrics.
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Sources
- 1.SourceCarey Responds to '8 Mile' Casting Rumors on Television · Oct 1, 2025
- 2.SourceCarey Releases 'Obsessed'; Eminem Responds With 'The Warning' ·
- 3.SourceEminem Reignites Tension in Song Lyrics ·
- 4.SourceEminem Claims Relationship; Carey Denies Dating ·
Allegations are attributed to the party that made them and are not statements of fact.