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Mariah Carey, the queen of Christmas, recently found herself in the spotlight for something a bit unexpected: struggling to wrap a Christmas gift.

In a moment of pure humor, Carey, known for her iconic vocal range and holiday spirit, admitted that wrapping presents is, in fact, not her area of expertise.

Image: Photos from Instagram of Mariah Carey

It’s no secret that Mariah Carey has long reigned as the ultimate holiday icon. With her Christmas classic “All I Want for Christmas Is You” still topping charts year after year, it’s clear that she’s synonymous with festive cheer.

Image: Photos from Instagram of Mariah Carey

However, her latest holiday mishap has shown that even Christmas royalty isn’t immune to the challenges of the season. 

Image: Photos from Instagram of Mariah Carey

In a series of candid social media posts, Miriah gave fans a glimpse into her attempt to wrap a gift. However, the result was far from flawless. In the video, she started by cutting the wrapping paper with a pair of scissors, but she seemed to struggle with getting the right amount of paper, leading to some awkwardly cut edges. As she tried to fold the paper around the gift, she had trouble keeping the paper smooth. 

Image: dailymail.com

When it came time to use tape, Mariah found herself pressing it down in random spots rather than using it to secure the edges neatly.

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She also attempted to tie it in a bow but ended up with something that looked more like a jumble of twists and loops. Despite this, her ability to laugh at herself only adds to her charm, proving that even in moments of imperfection, she remains the queen of Christmas.

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“It’s really, really not my thing,” Carey confessed, laughing off the blunders. The superstar, usually seen with a perfect, polished image, showcased a rare moment of vulnerability that earned her even more admiration from her fans. It’s a reminder that even in a world where everything appears perfect, there’s room for imperfection and laughter, especially during the holidays.

While Carey may not be winning any wrapping competitions this year, she certainly knows how to spread holiday cheer in her own way. Her festive spirit shines through every year, whether she’s gracing TV specials, hosting Christmas parties, or simply sharing her Christmas cheer with her millions of followers. And let’s face it, no one does “Christmas fabulous” quite like Mariah.

Image: Photo from Instagram of buzzfeed

As we gear up for our own holiday celebrations, maybe we can all take a page from Carey’s book: embracing the season’s imperfections and focusing on what truly matters—spending time with loved ones and sharing laughter, no matter how messy the gift wrapping may get.

Image: dailymail.com

This holiday season, it’s not about the perfectly wrapped presents or flawless decorations. It’s about joy, laughter, and the little moments that make the season bright. If Mariah Carey can laugh at herself, maybe we can, too.

*Cover Photo/Thumbnail Photo from Instagram (@mariahcarey)

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