Los Angeles, United States — Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, the mother of Kris Jenner and grandmother to the Kardashian-Jenner family, has died at the age of 91, Jenner announced on Instagram on Thursday, July 16. In an emotional tribute, Jenner said the family’s hearts were broken, and she reflected on Shannon’s lasting impact on her life and on the lives of her children and grandchildren. Shannon was a familiar presence to viewers of the family’s reality television series "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and its spin-offs, where she often appeared alongside Jenner and other family members. The Instagram post prompted an outpouring of condolences and support from fans and celebrities, who responded with messages honoring Shannon’s role within the family and her visibility on the long-running reality franchise. Shannon, affectionately known to viewers as "MJ," became well known to the audience for her frequent on-screen appearances and close relationship with her daughter and grandchildren. She was 91 years old at the time of her death, and no cause of death has been publicly disclosed. The Kardashian-Jenner family has not yet announced any details about funeral arrangements.

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