Ariana Grande's grandmother Marjorie 'Nonna' Grande dies at 99: See her moving tribute
Ariana Grande's beloved grandmother Marjorie "Nonna" Grande has died. She was 99.
The Oscar-nominated actress revealed the news on her Instagram story, which featured a photo of her grandmother and a message from her family.
"We are devastated to share that the beloved matriarch of our family has passed away," the statement began. "Marjorie (Nonna) Grande passed peacefully in her home and was surrounded by her family and loved ones for every moment of her last few weeks."
"We thank you for your love, support and for respecting our privacy as we grieve and celebrate her beautiful, extraordinary life," the statement continued. "Love, The Grandes."
Ariana Grande also shared a black and white image of her Nonna and grandfather, Frank Grande, on their wedding day.
"Forever," she captioned the post.
The singer's brother, Frankie Grande, shared a moving tribute to their Nonna on Instagram with a series of photos and a heartfelt letter.
He began, "Dearest Nonna, How can I ever thank you enough for the countless lessons you wove into my heart over the years?"
Of the many lessons he says his grandmother taught him were "how to dominate a three-card poker table," "how to give the warmest, safest hugs" and "how to stand in my truth unapologetically."
He continued, "You always called me the apple of your eye, Nonna and you have always been mine. A best friend. My safe place."
"I love you endlessly, my sweet Nonna," he added. "I miss you more than words can hold. My heart is shattered, but I feel you watching over me, already so proud of everything I've done and all that is about to come."
Over the years, many of Ariana Grande's fans came to know Marjorie Grande.
In March, Marjorie Grande, who was featured on her granddaughter's song, "ordinary things," became the oldest living person to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 chart since the chart's inception in August 1958.
The song was the closing track on Ariana Grande's "eternal sunshine" album.
Nonna's feature on "ordinary things" sees her reflecting on her relationship with Grande's grandfather and imparting some relationship advice, saying, "Never go to bed without kissin' goodnight."
Marjorie Grande's husband and Ariana Grande's grandfather, Frank Grande, died in 2014.
After Ariana Grande shared her tribute to her grandmother, many of her close friends, including her "Victorious" co-star Elizabeth Gillies and Victoria Monét offered their condolences in the comments.
