Kris Jenner announced the passing of her mother, Mary Jo Shannon, at age 91 through an Instagram post on Thursday. In her extended tribute, Jenner reflected on her mother's central role in the family and shared memories of her influence and presence throughout her life.

Shannon had been a visible figure in the Kardashian-Jenner family's reality television presence, appearing in episodes of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" and "The Kardashians". Jenner emphasised the values her mother had instilled—fierce family loyalty, kindness, and cherishing time together—and noted that Shannon left behind six grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.