Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak just set the snowy streets of Aspen ablaze with a rumor hotter than fresh-out-of-the-oven Christmas cookies. Are they collaborating on music, or is this a duet of love?
The 55-year-old queen of Christmas (“All I Want For Christmas Is You”—stream it, people, she’s got twins to feed!) was spotted Sunday night, hand-in-hand with the ultra-cool 38-year-old rapper Anderson .Paak. The two were en route to dinner at Catch Steak in Aspen, a place so bougie even the cow it came from probably had a trust fund.
The Paparazzi Snaps
Thanks to TMZ (always lurking like a nosy neighbor with a camera), we’ve got photographic evidence of Mariah and Anderson giggling and holding hands like teenagers at prom. At one point, Anderson even wrapped his arm around Mariah’s waist to help her open the restaurant door. Chivalry isn’t dead, y’all—it’s just wearing funky glasses and hanging out in Colorado.
But here’s the kicker: after their steak-filled soirée, the two left separately. Was it to throw off the scent? Or did one of them need to pick up some hot cocoa mix before the stores closed? The world may never know.
“It’s Not What It Looks Like!”—Probably
After the internet collectively lost its mind, sources close to the pair claimed, “Relax, people, they’re just working on music together.” Allegedly, the dynamic duo spent the day in a studio before grabbing dinner. But come on, holding hands and laughing? That’s prime rom-com montage behavior.
Their Relationship Status: Single as a Stocking Without a Stuffer
As of now, both Mariah and Anderson are technically single. Anderson filed for divorce from his wife, Jaylyn Chang, earlier this year, and Mariah has been flying solo since her split from Bryan Tanaka in 2022. So, could this be a case of two creative souls finding comfort in each other—or just a really enthusiastic brainstorming session?
Our Take?
Whether this is the start of a chart-topping love story or just an Aspen jam session, we’re here for it. After all, what’s Christmas without a little romance—and maybe a surprise mixtape? Stay tuned, because when Mariah Carey’s involved, there’s no telling where this sleigh ride will go.
