Pop superstar Mariah Carey recently offered new insights into the long-standing public feud with rapper Eminem, particularly addressing the circulating rumor that their drama originated from Eminem's request for her to portray his mother in his 2002 autobiographical film, *8 Mile*.

During a segment of “Plead the Fifth” on *Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen* on Wednesday, October 1, Carey confirmed, “From what I heard there is truth to that.” When pressed by host Andy Cohen about whether this specific incident ignited the feud, Carey responded vaguely, “Um, no. I mean, maybe. It depends what he’s thinking. I really don’t care. Like, whatever he’s said, then I’m that, fine. Not really. But that’s a rap lyric.” Her response showcased her characteristic nonchalance regarding the rapper's public remarks.

Further details supporting the *8 Mile* claim were previously revealed by music producer Damion “Damizza” Young. Young, who began collaborating with Carey in the late 1980s, stated on the TFU podcast that he introduced Eminem to the pop icon. According to Young, Eminem expressed a desire for Carey to play his alcoholic mother in the film, despite her being only four years his junior. Carey ultimately declined the role, which was subsequently taken by actress Kim Basinger. Young also suggested that Carey’s