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TikTok sensation Grandma Mary, whose heartwarming videos charmed millions, has died at the age of 98. Her granddaughter, Pyxie, shared the news on social media, marking the end of an era for fans who followed the pair’s delightful content.
A Beloved Internet Star
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Pyxie announced her grandmother’s passing on Wednesday, December 31, revealing that Grandma Mary died peacefully in her sleep. “On New Year’s Eve, we said goodbye to Grandma,” Pyxie wrote in a touching tribute shared on TikTok. “She peacefully passed away in her sleep.”
“How lucky we are to have experienced her and her love,” Pyxie added. “She will always be with us.”
The tribute video features Grandma Mary cheerfully saying “Good morning,” with Pyxie filming. It then showcases a series of sweet moments of Grandma Mary going about her daily life, from preparing breakfast to washing her hands. The video concludes with a clip of Grandma Mary expressing her gratitude to Pyxie for a visit.
“Grandma Mary. Mary 13, 1927 – December 31, 2025,” text displayed over the video read.
Fan Concern and a Heartfelt Update
Fans had expressed concern in 2025 when Pyxie paused sharing videos featuring Grandma Mary. Addressing these worries on December 19, Pyxie posted a video compiling cherished memories.
“I got teary putting this together 🥺,” she captioned the video. “For anyone wondering, Grandma is alive and quieter these days. What a beautiful thing it is to witness who she is, and who she helped me become 😭.”
A Life Well-Lived
Grandma Mary’s story began with her Armenian parents, who immigrated to America after escaping genocide. She briefly returned to Armenia where she started a family with her husband.
Upon returning to the United States in 1966, the couple established and operated a gas station business in New Jersey for decades, according to reports. Grandma Mary was also the last surviving member of her five siblings.
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