Muni Long is setting the record straight after fans speculated that Mariah Carey was throwing shade during her tribute performance at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. The talented singer took to social media to share that Mariah actually asked her to be a part of the tribute and praised her performance backstage. In a video posted online, Muni made it clear that there was nothing but love and support from Mariah, despite what some viewers may have interpreted from her facial expressions.
The GRAMMY-winning artist not only praised Muni’s performance, but also showed love to Tori in a group photo posted on Instagram. While Mariah may have had a serious look during the live performance, it’s clear that she was actually very supportive and appreciative of the tribute. Muni’s revelation serves as a reminder not to jump to conclusions based on a brief moment caught on camera.
Fans of both Mariah Carey and Muni Long can rest assured that there is no bad blood between the two artists. Mariah’s positive feedback and support for the tribute performance only adds to the special moment that was shared at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. It’s always important to consider the full story before making assumptions, and in this case, the truth behind Mariah’s reaction proves that there was nothing shady going on after all.
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