Kris Jenner Shares News of Her Mother, MJ, Passing at Age 91

The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved members.

Kris Jenner announced that her mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, has died at the age of 91. The family matriarch passed away on July 16, with Kris sharing the news in an emotional tribute on social media.

"There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye," Kris wrote. She went on to call her mother "the heart of our family," thanking MJ for her love, wisdom, kindness, and the countless sacrifices she made throughout her life.

Fans of Keeping Up with the Kardashians and The Kardashians remember MJ as a familiar face on the family's reality shows. Known for her quick wit and warmth, she became a fan favorite over the years.

Beyond television, MJ was an entrepreneur who owned a children's clothing boutique in Southern California. She was admired by her family for her resilience and strong work ethic. She was also a breast and colon cancer survivor.

The Kardashian-Jenner family has continued to share heartfelt tributes. They'll remember MJ's lasting impact on their lives and the values she instilled in generations of their family.