The one-off special will be available globally later this year.
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Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special, announced today, is being described by Apple as "an exclusive holiday event" and follow last year's 25th anniversary of her iconic Christmas song All I Want for Christmas is You.
The one-off special will feature the legendary icon Carey and a star-studded lineup of surprise guest appearances, in a magical holiday journey to enliven the Christmas spirit around the world.
The innovative special will combine music, dancing and animation driven by a universally heartwarming story that brings the world together.
The special will be made by the production company behind The Disney Family Singalong and John Legend’s A Legendary Christmas with John and Chrissy.
Later this year Mariah Carey will also release her first book, The Meaning of Mariah Carey as well as a new Rarities album full of previously unreleased songs.
Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special will air later this year on Apple TV+