Mariah Carey has shocking interaction with Rihanna during final Christmas concert after flu recovery

Mariah Carey left fans buzzing after an unexpected moment with Rihanna during her triumphant Brooklyn concert.

Mariah Carey made a dazzling return to the stage on Tuesday, Dec. 17, for the final show of her Christmas Time tour at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. The event featured a star-studded audience, including Rihanna, who had an unforgettable encounter with the music icon.

In a playful moment, Rihanna, 36, exclaimed, "Mariah Carey is signing my tit," as the singer autographed her chest. The Fenty founder sported a stylish look with sunglasses and a fluffy tan jacket during the memorable interaction.

Carey’s performance marked a triumphant comeback after a battle with the flu that forced her to cancel three earlier shows in Pittsburgh, Newark, and Belmont. Announcing her illness on Dec. 11 via social media, she expressed heartbreak over disappointing fans. However, on Dec. 16, Carey confirmed her recovery, calling her return to the stage a "Christmas miracle."

The Christmas Time tour kicked off on Nov. 6 in Highland, Calif., spanning 20 dates to celebrate the holiday season. At her Dec. 9 show in Raleigh, N.C., Carey’s 13-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, joined her onstage to honor her classic hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You” reclaiming the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Carey also celebrated the 30th anniversary of her iconic holiday album Merry Christmas this year, releasing a limited deluxe edition to mark the milestone.

With her Brooklyn performance, Carey thanked fans for making the tour special, sharing on Instagram, "I’ve loved singing with you every night."