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‘s grandmother, Marjorie Grande - known to the pop star and millions of her fans as "Nonna" - has passed away. She was 99 years old. The singer announced the news Tuesday (June 17) on her Instagram Story,

Ariana Grande's grandmother, affectionately known as Nonna, passed away at the age of 99, as confirmed in a touching tribute by her mom.