Kardashian-Jenner Family Mourns Loss of Beloved Matriarch Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon at 91

The Kardashian-Jenner family is grieving the death of Mary Jo Shannon, known affectionately as MJ, who died at the age of 91. Kris Jenner announced the loss Thursday morning in an emotional Instagram post, according to KTLA. MJ was the mother of Kris Jenner and grandmother to Kourtney, Kim, Khloe, Robert Jr., Kendall, and Kylie.

KTLAKris Jenner's mom, MJ, passes away at 91

"Today, we said goodbye to my beautiful Mommy MJ"

In her post, Kris Jenner expressed the depth of her sorrow, writing that her mother was the heart of their family. Parade Magazine reported that Jenner wrote, "There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye."

Parade MagazineKris Jenner Announces Death of Her Beloved Mother MJ In Emotional Instagram Post

"My mom was the heart of our family"

ComplexKris Jenner Says Her Mom, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, Has Died at 91: 'There Are No words'

Kim Kardashian also shared a heartfelt tribute, according to TMZ, highlighting how much MJ meant to her and the family. The outpouring of love from fans and friends has been widespread, reflecting the matriarch's role as a beloved figure on the family's reality show and in their lives.

TMZKris Jenner's Mom Mary Jo 'MJ' Dead at 91

The news was confirmed by multiple outlets including Whatfinger, E! Online, and hungamaexpress.com, which noted that Mary Jo Campbell passed away at 91. MJ had been a familiar presence on "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," often offering grandmotherly wisdom and humor. Her death marks a significant loss for the family, who have often credited her with keeping them grounded.

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