Overview

• Carey told Andy Cohen there is "truth" to claims she was approached about playing Eminem’s mother in the 2002 film 8 Mile.
• She said the alleged request did not define their dispute and added, "I really don’t care," when asked if it ignited the beef.
• Producer Damion “Damizza” Young first aired the casting story in a June TFU podcast appearance, with additional allegations presented as his claims.
• The maternal role in 8 Mile went to Kim Basinger, who is significantly older than Eminem, according to the public casting record.
• Their tensions have played out in music for decades, with Eminem asserting a months-long relationship and Carey consistently denying they dated.