Mariah Carey in talks for more specials for Apple TV+

Mariah Carey is in talks with Apple for more specials for its Apple TV+ streaming service following the success of her Christmas special, according to The Sun.

Quoting an unnamed “insider,” the article says: “No one could have predicted its success and it went to No1 in their charts in over 100 countries. Bosses at Apple now want to secure her for another special show next year. Mariah’s team are, of course, completely behind it and everyone is going to do what they can to make it happen.

“They spent over £4million on this year’s show but next year this could go even higher. Apple know the worth of Mariah and are willing to splash the cash to make a follow-up even bigger and better.”

“Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” debuted on Friday, Dec. 4, on Apple TV+ and is, of course, still available for viewing. Guests include Tiffany Haddish, Billy Eichner, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, Snoop Dogg, Jermaine Dupri, Misty Copeland and Mykal-Michelle Harris. Carey’s twins, Moroccan and Monroe, will also made an appearance.

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