Ariana Grande's mom Joan announced on June 17 that the singer's "Nonna" had "passed peacefully" Ariana Grande's had a special bond with her "Nonna," Marjorie Grande. On June 17, the singer's mother Joan announced in an Instagram Stories that Marjorie had died at 99 years old.

Ariana Grande has announced the death of her grandmother Marjorie 'Nonna' Grande, featured on several of her songs.

Ariana Grande’s family has announced that the pop star’s grandmother, Marjorie Grande, has died. She was 99. The “Wicked” star’s mom, Joan Grande, announced Marjorie’s death in an Instagram Stories post on Tuesday.