Mary Jo Campbell, known as MJ,has died at 91, her daughter Kris Jenner confirmed on social media Thursday. "Today, we said goodbye to my beautiful Mommy MJ," Jenner wrote. No cause of death disclosed.
MJ Shannon,as she was also known,became a familiar face on the Kardashian family's reality TV shows, starting with Keeping Up with Kardashians in 2007 . Her vibrant personality won fans over.
In a touching tribute, Jenner recalled her mother's teachings: "Family is everything. She showed us unconditional love and joy in the small things." MJ was mother to Kris and Karen Houghton,and grandmother to Kim, Kourtney,Khloe Kardashian, Kendall,and Kylie Jenner.
Mary Jo's death comes two years after her daughter Karen died of cardiac arrest in March 2024. MJ recently celebrated her 90th birthday on The Kardashians,expressing pride in her family: "How wonderful life is when you're in my world..."
On the show, MJ became known for her sharp wit and candid advice . She often critiqued her family's lavish lifestyles and shared stories,including her two battles with cancer. Her resilience left a mark.
Kim Kardashian honored her grandmother on social media,calling her "my best friend,my gossip buddy, my forever twin." Kim emphasized the family values MJ instilled, saying, "You taught us the importance of family." She credited MJ with giving her first job in San Diego.
The Kardashian siblings,including Kim, Kourtney, and Khloe, first found fame with their Calabasas clothing store,Dash. This venture paved the way for their business successes like Kim's Skims and Khloe's Good American.
Mary Jo Campbell's influence on the Kardashian-Jenner brand is undeniable. As the family navigated fame and business, MJ was a steadfast presence. Her passing marks an era's end, with countless shared moments both on and off screen .
As the Kardashian-Jenner family mourns their matriarch, they carry forward MJ's lessons of love,resilience,and family bonds she embodied.
