Kris Jenner's Mother, Mary Jo, Passes Away at 91
WHO:
The Cut - Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon is survived by Kris Jenner, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
The Cut - Kris Jenner's father, Robert Houghton, divorced Mary Jo when Jenner was 7 years old.
US Magazine - Kim Kardashian, age 45, referred to her grandmother Mary Jo as her "best friend" and "gossip buddy" in her tribute post.
US Magazine - Kris Jenner is 70 years old.
TMZ - Kim Kardashian referred to her grandmother Mary Jo as her "Forever Twin" in a tribute post.
Rolling Stone - Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, Kris Jenner's mother
Deadline - Kris Jenner, matriarch of the Kardashian family
TMZ - Kris Jenner, known for her role in the reality show industry
WHAT:
The Cut - Kris Jenner described her mother as "the heart of our family" in her tribute.
US Magazine - Kim Kardashian expressed that her grandmother taught the family the importance of family values.
US Magazine - Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon passed away less than two weeks before her 92nd birthday.
Variety - Kris Jenner stated, "I will forever see pieces of you in all of us" in her tribute to her mother.
Deadline - Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon has died at the age of 91.
TMZ - Kris Jenner announced her mother's death in a heartfelt social media post.
WHERE:
BBC News - Mary Jo Campbell was featured on multiple episodes of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" over the years.
Rolling Stone - The family is known for their appearances on the reality show "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and "The Kardashians."
WHEN:
Deadline - Kris Jenner shared the news of her mother's death on July 16.
WHY:
Deadline - Kris Jenner expressed her grief, stating, "There are no words that could ever capture what she has..."
HOW:
The Cut - Kris Jenner expressed gratitude for her mother's sacrifices and wisdom in her tribute, stating, "Mom, thank you for every sacrifice you made, every piece of wisdom you shared, and every moment you loved us so completely."
US Magazine - Kim Kardashian shared her tribute via Instagram on July 16.
US Magazine - Kris Jenner expressed her grief on Instagram, stating, "There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye."
TMZ - Kris Jenner communicated the news through a social media post.
(UPDATED July 17, 2026 11:21 UTC)
Kris Jenner is mourning the loss of her mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, who is survived by Jenner, her many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In a heartfelt tribute, Jenner described her mother as "the heart of our family" and expressed gratitude for her sacrifices and wisdom, saying, "Mom, thank you for every sacrifice you made, every piece of wisdom you shared, and every moment you loved us so completely." It's worth noting that Kris Jenner's father, Robert Houghton, divorced Mary Jo when Jenner was just seven years old.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 03:59 UTC)
Kim Kardashian recently shared a heartfelt tribute to her grandmother, Mary Jo, calling her "best friend" and "gossip buddy." In her post, Kim emphasized how her grandmother instilled the importance of family values within their family. This touching message was shared on Instagram on July 16.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 02:53 UTC)
Kris Jenner is celebrating her 70th birthday, but the occasion is overshadowed by the recent passing of her mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, who died just shy of her 92nd birthday. In a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, Kris expressed her deep sorrow, saying, "There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye." This moment marks a significant loss for Kris and her family as they remember MJ's impact on their lives.
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(UPDATED July 16, 2026 21:19 UTC)
In a heartfelt tribute, Kim Kardashian referred to her grandmother Mary Jo as her "Forever Twin." Kris Jenner also shared her sentiments, stating, "I will forever see pieces of you in all of us," honoring her mother. Mary Jo Campbell, who was a beloved figure in the family, appeared on multiple episodes of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" throughout the years.
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(UPDATED July 16, 2026 20:16 UTC)
Kris Jenner, the matriarch of the Kardashian family, has announced the passing of her mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, who died at the age of 91. In a heartfelt social media post, Kris expressed her deep grief, stating, "There are no words that could ever capture what she has..." The family is widely recognized for their appearances on the reality shows "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and "The Kardashians."