Ariana Grande’s grandmother, Marjorie ‘Nonna’ Grande, died surrounded by her family. Her link with the singer was so narrow that her voice was immortalized in several songs and in the history of Billboard.
Great Marjorieaffectionately known as ‘Nonna’ and recognized for its close relationship with the singer Ariana Grandehe died to 99 years oldthe family confirmed on Tuesday through a statement in social networks.
“We are devastated to share that the beloved matriarch of our family has died”read in the message spread by the family. “Marjorie ‘Nonna‘Grande died peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family and loved ones during each moment of his last weeks “.
Although the causes of death were not revealed, the family thanked the signs of affection received and He asked for privacy to live the duel. Ariana, meanwhile, shared on her Instagram account a photograph of her grandmother’s wedding day, accompanied by the word “Forever” (Forever), as a sign that her memory will accompany her forever.
The relationship between the interpreter of Thank U, Next and its’Nonna‘It was close and constant, both in personal life and in the artistic field.
Marjorie became the older person to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 listthanks to his participation in the song Ordinary Things, included in the most recent album of Ariana, Eternal Sunshine (2024).
On that subject, his voice offers a memorable advice on love and relationships: “Never go to bed without kissing good night … And if you can’t, you’re in the wrong place. Out!”.
His voice also appeared in other songs such as Bloodline (2019) and Daydreamin ‘(2013)although without receiving formal accreditation.
In October 2024, Ariana enthusiastically celebrated her grandmother’s 99 birthdaywhom he called “the queen Nonna“A month later, both attended the premiere of the film WICKED In the mouse, Florida, sharing the moment with relatives and the current boyfriend of the singer, Ethan Slater.
In addition to being a constant figure in Ariana’s career, Marjorie was one of the first people to boost his artistic talent. In 2014, the artist recalled that her grandmother was the one He encouraged her to audition for a local production of Annie, in Boca Mousea step that would mark the beginning of its path in music and acting.
