Mariah Carey brought her iconic Christmas Time Tour to a dazzling close at the Barclays Center in New York City on Tuesday, December 17th. The grand finale was made even more unforgettable when superstar Rihanna joined Carey on stage, sparking a playful and unexpected moment that left fans buzzing.
In a scene that quickly went viral, Rihanna, 36, approached Carey with an unusual request: “I need a signature. Who has a Sharpie? Sign my tit!” The crowd erupted with laughter and cheers as Carey, 55, playfully obliged, using a red Sharpie to autograph Rihanna’s chest. Grabbing the microphone, Rihanna hyped up the audience: “Mariah Carey is signing my tit, y’all! This s–t is f–king epic!” The two stars shared a warm hug, and Rihanna proudly displayed her new autograph to an electrified crowd.
The festive performance marked a triumphant comeback for Carey, who had battled the flu earlier in the month. Due to her illness, she was forced to cancel several shows in Pittsburgh, Newark, and Belmont Park. However, she assured fans she’d recover in time for the Brooklyn finale. On Instagram, she shared her gratitude and excitement, writing, “Lambs, thank you for making my #Christmastime so special… I can’t wait to see you all tomorrow in Brooklyn.”
Adding to the tour’s magic, Carey’s 13-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan—whom she shares with ex-husband Nick Cannon—joined her on stage throughout the tour. At a Raleigh, NC, performance on December 9th, the twins surprised their mom with flowers to celebrate the enduring success of her holiday classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which once again topped the Billboard Hot 100. Touched by their gesture, Carey told the audience, “Thank you. Wow!”
This year also marked the 30th anniversary of Carey’s timeless holiday album Merry Christmas, which continues to inspire fans worldwide. Despite facing setbacks earlier in the tour, Carey’s resilience and ability to create unforgettable moments—like her playful exchange with Rihanna—prove her reign as the Queen of Christmas is stronger than ever.
