The 33-year-old’s mother, Doris Rowland Garrison, died on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The 66-year-old’s passing comes just a month after the Destiny’s Child gave birth to her first child, a son named Titan, on Nov. 4. In a statement released Dec. 3, Kelly expressed her grief and thanked her fans for their unwavering support. She said.
“It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my mother. She was an incredible soul who made countless sacrifices so that I could become the woman — and now mother — I am today. We humbly appreciate all the love and support and only ask for privacy during this difficult time.”
Doris raised the singer and her older brother, Orlando, as a single parent after she divorced their father in 1988, although that’s not to say she didn’t have any assistance. On Mother’s Day 2008, Kelly penned a touching letter to her “two moms” — her real mom, Doris and Tina Knowles, the mother of her Destiny’s Child band mate Beyoncé.
“I love you both so much,” she wrote at the time. “You’re my heroes, my best friends. I can’t thank you enough for grooming me into the woman I am today. Now I want you both to be comfortable and happy and never want for anything — and I can’t wait to give you some grandkids!”
Though Doris’ time with her grandson was brief, we’re sure Kelly will always be grateful for the moments they shared.
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