New York, NY, July 28, 2026 —

The cause of death for Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Shannon, the 91-year-old mother of television personality Kris Jenner, has been publicly disclosed. Shannon passed away earlier this month, an event that Kris Jenner announced via her Instagram account.

Further details regarding the specific cause of death were not immediately available in the initial announcement. Mary Jo Shannon was widely known as the matriarch of a prominent family, often appearing in family-related media and discussions.

Kris Jenner shared the news of her mother’s passing with her followers on Instagram, reflecting on her mother’s life and legacy. The announcement prompted a wave of tributes and condolences from friends, family, and fans.

Mary Jo Shannon, also known as MJ, was a significant figure in the lives of her children and grandchildren, including Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Rob Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner.



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