Eminem’s Mother, Debbie Nelson, Dies After Battle with Lung Cancer at 69

Eminem's mother, Debbie Nelson, has passed away after battling advanced lung cancer. Sources close to the family confirmed that Debbie died last night in St. Joseph, Missouri, at the age of 69. Her diagnosis was first revealed in September, with reports at the time indicating that her condition was critical.

Debbie's relationship with her son, Eminem, has been marked by public conflict and tension. In his early career, the rapper accused her of neglect and abuse, airing their personal struggles in songs like "Cleanin' Out My Closet." The situation worsened when Debbie filed a defamation lawsuit against him in 1999. She also published a memoir in 2007, "My Son Marshall, My Son Eminem," which further explored their complicated relationship.

Despite the past turmoil, the two worked toward reconciliation in recent years. Eminem expressed regret in his 2013 song "Headlights," apologizing for his previous harsh words. The mother and son seemed to have mended their bond, with Debbie publicly celebrating his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.