Members of the Kardashian-Jenner family took to social media on July 26, 2026, to celebrate what would have been the 92nd birthday of their late matriarch, Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon.
The heartfelt heavenly birthday tributes arrived ten days after her death at age 91 on July 16, 2026. As the family continues to grieve, Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner shared candid family photographs and emotional messages honoring MJ’s lasting legacy.
“I Thought I Knew It All”: Kim Kardashian Remembers MJ
Kim Kardashian posted a series of throwback images on Instagram showing MJ laughing alongside Kris Jenner and her great-grandchildren. In her caption, Kim reflected on the emotional experience of sifting through her grandmother’s personal belongings with her mother:
“Happy Heavenly 92nd Birthday grandma!” Kim wrote. “It’s only been a week but wow the amount of things I’ve learned about you this week from going through all of your stuff with mom has been beautiful! I thought I knew it all! Makes me respect you and love you more if that’s even possible. Today we celebrate you! I miss you like crazy and I love you endlessly my sweet grandma MJ.”
Kris Jenner, who first announced her mother’s passing on July 16, also shared a tribute on her Instagram account alongside photos spanning MJ’s life:
“Happy Heavenly Birthday Mommy. I love you. 🤍,” Jenner posted.
MJ was a fan-favorite presence on both Keeping Up with the Kardashians and Hulu’s The Kardashians, admired for her sharp humor, independent spirit, and close bond with her grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Surviving Health Battles: A former model and boutique owner, MJ survived both colon and breast cancer during her lifetime.
Family Pillars: In earlier tributes, Khloé Kardashian described MJ as someone who taught the family that “laughter is healing, and that love is the greatest legacy we can leave behind.”
The family continues to ask for privacy as they celebrate MJ’s life and carry on her traditions.
