Rihanna showing up for Mariah Carey’s final holiday show in Las Vegas was definitely one of the best Christmas moments. On Saturday night, attendees at Dolby Live at Park MGM were thrilled to spot Rihanna in the crowd, marking the end of Mariah’s festive residency, which had been running since late November.
Social media was soon buzzing with videos of Rihanna, absolutely in her element as she smiled, swayed, and sang along to “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” There was no attempt to play it cool. Just genuine vibes. At that moment, it became clear: Rihanna is a true Mariah Carey fan.
Interestingly, Rihanna never took the stage. Just her presence was enough to send the crowd into a frenzy. Blending seamlessly into the audience, she soaked up the festivities while Mariah dazzled with her signature powerhouse vocals, stunning costumes, and a holiday experience straight out of a dream.
As always, Mariah was in her element, transforming Dolby Live into a picturesque winter wonderland, with sparkling visuals and a setlist celebrating her beloved Christmas classics.
And there was Rihanna, completely immersed in the moment.
Mariah’s holiday anthem recently topped Spotify’s Global chart with an incredible 7.7 million daily streams, proof that the Queen of Christmas still rules.
This wasn’t the first time Rihanna had shown her appreciation for Mariah, either. After attending last year’s show, her return became somewhat of a tradition.
For those who couldn’t make it to Vegas, the excitement wasn’t limited to just those in attendance. The final night was livestreamed on TikTok LIVE and Apple Music, allowing fans worldwide to share in the celebration.
