Ariana Grandethrough an official statement, confirmed the news that moved his fans and the world of the show: his grandmother’s departure, Marjorie “Nonna” Grandeat the age of 99. The family announced that the matriarch died peacefully in her home, surrounded by the love of her loved ones during her last weeks.
More than a grandmother, Marjorie was an iconic figure, a fundamental piece in Ariana’s life. Its history transcends family intimacy to become an anecdote that fuses music, history and intergenerational love. His relationship with Ariana was reflected on more than one occasion in music, creating unforgettable moments for fans.
“We are devastated to share that the beloved matriarch of our family has died”reads in the family statement, a message that reflects the deep pain that seizes the Large family Given this irreparable loss.
But Marjorie’s story goes beyond the sadness of farewell. At 98, he recorded his participation in the song “Ordinary Things”of the album Eternal Sunshine of Ariana, achieving a historical milestone: to become the oldest artist to appear in the Billboard Hot 100reaching position number 55. This participation was not the only one. He also previously collaborated on issues such as “Daydreamin ‘” and “Bloodline”, leaving his mark on his granddaughter’s discography.
His legacy It is not limited to music. Marjorie was key in Ariana’s artistic development, urging her to audition for a production of Anniestarting the singer’s meteoric career. Accompanied Ariana to multiple events, sharing unforgettable moments such as stage up during the MTV Video Music Awards of 2018, along with other women from his family.
Even in his last years, Marjorie’s young energy and the young spirit were impressive. Accompanied Ariana to the premiere of WICKEDin the same cinema that frequented together during the singer’s childhood. A small, but significant detail that summarizes the endearing relationship that united these two women.
The life of Great Marjoriefull of love, music and indelible moments, ends leaving a trail of memories that will last through Ariana’s music, the love of his family and the admiration of those who knew their history.
