You know that section in the tabloids, “STARS – They’re just like us!” Well, something tells me you will never see Mariah Carey’s picture in that section. The diva arrived at Heathrow Airport in the UK with 20 suitcases in tow – all for her three-day stay in the country for her appearance on “The X Factor,” which is the British version of “American Idol.”

Mariah Carey lived up to her diva reputation as she arrived in London for a three-night stay today… accompanied by 20 suitcases.

The singer and her husband Nick Cannon needed two huge trolleys to carry their bags. Porters pushing them through Heathrow airport seemed bemused by their haul.

When the newlyweds arrived at the Dorchester they were met by a crush of Mariah’s fans, who held up banners saying ‘Congrats MC and Nick’.

Mariah, who is 11 years older than her 27-year-old actor husband, dressed for comfort in grey leggings and open toe boots.

The 38-year-old kept warm with a long black cardigan, while Cannon dressed smartly in a pinstripe suit.

This week on the X Factor all the contestants will be performing a Mariah ballad – with the soul singer on hand to instruct them.

[From The Daily Mail]

I remember when Mariah Carey was first famous in the early 90’s, she told stories about living in a roach-infested apartment in NYC while working multiple menial labor jobs. Does she even remember those days? Probably not. And I’d be willing to bet that at least five of those suitcases were packed with outfits for her dogs. Poor Nick Cannon was probably forced to shove three days worth of stuff into a carry-on bag.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon are shown at the airport and outside their hotel in London on 11/6/08. Credit: Bauergriffinonline