Eminem reportedly wanted Mariah Carey to star as his mom in his 2002 movie '8 Mile,' despite her being just four years older than him.

Only four years older than Eminem, Mariah Carey was reportedly insulted by the offer to play the rapper's mother in the 2002 movie based on his life.

Eminem and Mariah Carey’s famous feud began two decades ago — and music producer Damion “Damizza” Young may have finally revealed the diss that started it all. The 50-year-old, who began ...

Eminem once wanted Mariah Carey to play his mom in *8 Mile*, according to producer Damizza, who says the singer “did not like that s**t at all.” Damizza revealed the unexpected casting idea ...

Eminem reportedly wanted Mariah Carey to play his mother in ‘8 Mile’ despite their four year age gap (Getty) The Independent has contacted Carey and Eminem’s representatives for comment.

By Mike Vulpo and Elise Nelson Updated on: June 12, 2025 TOP STORIES Mariah Carey and Eminem Getty Images (2) It’s hard not to be “Obsessed” with Eminem and Mariah Carey ’s long-standing feud.

Eminem reportedly wanted Mariah Carey to star as his mom in 8 Mile Music producer Damion “Damizza” Young claimed he introduced the two stars after the Detroit rapper reached out to him ...

Eminem reportedly had a vision of family for a movie with Mariah Carey. During the June 4 episode of the TFU Podcast, music producer Damion “Damizza” Young claimed the “Way I Am” rapper, 52, wanted ...

Eminem allegedly once wanted Mariah Carey to play his mom in the movie 8 Mile. The story comes from music producer Damizza, who worked closely with Mariah and also held major roles in Hip-Hop.

Eminem and Mariah Carey were embroiled in one of showbiz’s most infamous spats – and the remark that sparked it has finally been revealed. The 50-year-old, who began working with Carey in 1988 ...