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- Ariana Grande announces the death of her ‘Nonna’ Marjorie Grande at 99 in heartbreaking post (the-independent.com)
Singer Ariana Grande and her family are mourning the loss of their beloved matriarch, Marjorie Grande, who passed away peacefully at home at the age of 99. Surrounded by loved ones in her final weeks, “Nonna,” as she was affectionately known, shared a close bond with her granddaughter, frequently appearing alongside the pop star at events and on social media.
Ariana recalled a recent special moment with her grandmother, taking her to see the new Wicked movie at a local cinema in Boca Raton, Florida. She shared photos of the outing on social media, noting her grandmother’s enthusiastic reaction to a scene in the film.
Ariana’s brother, Frankie Grande, also shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, reflecting on the countless life lessons he learned from his grandmother. He described her as his “best friend” and “safe place,” vowing to carry on her legacy of unconditional love and unwavering family support.
Marjorie Grande even made a memorable appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 last year, featured at the end of Ariana’s song “ordinary things.” She offered touching advice about relationships, reflecting on her marriage to her late husband, Frank.
This appearance made her the oldest person to be featured on the chart, a milestone celebrated by Ariana at the time. The Grande family has requested privacy as they grieve and celebrate Marjorie’s long and extraordinary life.