Mariah Carey Mocks Megyn Kelly’s New SiriusXM Deal: “So She’s the Mainstream Media Now? That’s Rich.”
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Pop and R&B superstar Mariah Carey, famed for her five-octave vocal range and hits like “Hero”, “We Belong Together”, and “All I Want for Christmas Is You”, left fans in stitches after delivering a sharp jab at Megyn Kelly’s latest career move.
The comment came after news broke that Kelly will host her own SiriusXM channel under a multi-year deal, granting her full editorial control over her programming — a striking turn for someone who has long criticized “mainstream media censorship.”
With a playful smile and her signature charm, Carey quipped:
“So she’s the mainstream media now? That’s rich.”
The audience erupted in laughter and applause, prompting Carey to add:
“It’s funny how people who say they’ve been ‘silenced’ always seem to have the loudest microphones.”
Social media quickly amplified the moment, with fans praising Carey’s effortless mix of wit and insight. One X (formerly Twitter) user wrote, “Mariah Carey just roasted Megyn Kelly smoother than a high note — iconic.” Another added, “She didn’t even raise her voice, but that was the loudest mic drop of the week.”
Kelly’s SiriusXM deal has drawn attention for its irony: a former Fox News anchor, who decried media censorship, now commands her own platform on one of the largest audio networks in the world. Carey’s remark highlighted the contradiction with humor and elegance, capturing the audience’s admiration.
This moment fits into Carey’s long history of quick, pointed cultural commentary — from her legendary “I don’t know her” jab about Jennifer Lopez to her playful, insightful interviews. Fans noted that her words weren’t just funny, but also reflected a broader truth about accountability and authenticity in media.
As one fan perfectly summed it up:
“Mariah Carey doesn’t argue — she just sings, sparkles, and slays with one sentence.”