Ariana, 31, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, reposting her mother Joan Grande’s message about the family matriarch’s passing. Nonna spent her final weeks surrounded by loved ones, and the family expressed their gratitude for the support and privacy during this difficult time.
Nonna was not only a beloved family figure but also a cherished part of Ariana’s musical journey. She appeared on several of Ariana’s albums, including lending her voice to the outro of the song “Ordinary Things” from the Eternal Sunshine album, where she fondly reminisces about her late husband, Frank, and offers timeless relationship advice. In April 2024, Nonna made history as the oldest person ever to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Ariana celebrated her grandmother’s milestone with an Instagram post honoring Nonna’s beautiful spirit and groundbreaking achievement. Nonna also featured on tracks like “Daydreamin’” from Yours Truly and “Bloodline” from Thank U, Next. Ariana fondly recalled how excited and proud her grandmother was to be part of her music, sharing stories about her album appearances during a March 2024 interview.
Nonna’s legacy lives on through Ariana’s music and the loving memories she leaves behind.
