Mary Jo MJ Shannon Dead at 91 | Kris Jenner & Kim Kardashian Pay Tribute to Family Matriarch [EHAyMojzjUS]
The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning the devastating loss of Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, the beloved matriarch and mother of Kris Jenner, who has passed away at the age of 91 . Kris Jenner confirmed the heartbreaking news on July 16, 2026, sharing a poignant tribute to the woman she called "the heart of our family" . In this tribute, we cover: - Her cause of death: Not immediately disclosed by the family - Kris Jenner's heartfelt words: "There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye" - Kim Kardashian's tribute: "My sweet Grandma MJ, my best friend, my gossip buddy, my forever twin" - Her legacy as a two-time cancer survivor who faced life's challenges with resilience and faith - Her role as grandmother to Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Rob, Kendall, and Kylie - Her appearances on *Keeping Up with the Kardashians* and *The Kardashians* - Her life as a successful businesswoman who founded Shannon & Co. in San Diego - Her survivors: Kris Jenner, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren A beloved matriarch who taught her family to love fiercely, be kind, and never take a single moment for granted. Rest in peace, MJ. #MaryJoShannon #MJShannon #KrisJenner #KimKardashian #KardashianFamily #RIP #FamilyMatriarch #KeepingUpWithTheKardashians #TheKardashians #InMemoriam