Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon Dead at 91 | Kris Jenner & Kim Kardashian Pay Tribute to Family Matriarch

The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning the devastating loss of Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, the beloved matriarch and mother of Kris Jenner, who has passed away at the age of 91 . Kris Jenner confirmed the heartbreaking news on July 16, 2026, sharing a poignant tribute to the woman she called "the heart of our family" . In this tribute, we cover: Her cause of death: Not immediately disclosed by the family Kris Jenner's heartfelt words: "There are no words that could ever capture what she has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to say goodbye" Kim Kardashian's tribute: "My sweet Grandma MJ, my best friend, my gossip buddy, my forever twin" Her legacy as a two-time cancer survivor who faced life's challenges with resilience and faith Her role as grandmother to Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Rob, Kendall, and Kylie Her appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians and The Kardashians Her life as a successful businesswoman who founded Shannon & Co. in San Diego Her survivors: Kris Jenner, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren A beloved matriarch who taught her family to love fiercely, be kind, and never take a single moment for granted. Rest in peace, MJ. #MaryJoShannon #MJShannon #KrisJenner #KimKardashian #KardashianFamily #RIP #FamilyMatriarch #KeepingUpWithTheKardashians #TheKardashians #InMemoriam