Ms. Holla, the woman who delighted internet users with her enchanting personality and hilarious viral videos, has passed away at age 97. Her granddaughter confirmed the tragic news in a live video on social media on Saturday.
“I wanna thank y’all so much for the smiles y’all put on her face,” Grandma Holla’s loved one said. “She passed away in her sleep. She went out peacefully . . . what’s really keeping together y’all is she’s not in pain anymore, no more cancer, no more morphine.”
@queenpri86 Ms Holla passed today! 💔 #queenholla #grandmaholla #grandmasoftiktok #rip ♬ Missing You – Brandy & Tamia & Gladys Knight & Chaka Khan
Social media users responded with love and prayers for the family after hearing about the passing of the beloved internet star who spent part of her life working as a special education teacher.
Ms. Holla passed away. My favorite internet granny. She was a former Special Education teacher for those that don’t know. RIP.
— all sunshine and rainbows (@DeeSTEM_Teach) January 15, 2023
Per the family Facebook live, our favorite Grandma Ms. Holla passed away today. Get your rest Queen and thanks for bring us laughter during these hard times. pic.twitter.com/9VmT9iM2ci
— 🐅Dee 12-1 Tigers🐅 (@est_dee1989) January 15, 2023
Heaven got a new gem. Ms. Holla has gone from labor to reward. She lived a life worth celebrating. Farewell, Holla. Your light still shines. pic.twitter.com/960RkNMbru
— Score Caller (@mrpolished) January 15, 2023
Ms. Holla (also known as Grandma Holla), whose real name is Helen Davis, rose to fame with her blunt commentary. The viral sensation commented on various topics, including celebrity news, relationships and advice for young people. In one of her final videos, he TikTok star showed off her famous smile and wished her fans a happy new year.
@queen_warrior81 God has the final say; we love you Grandma Holla!!! 🙏🏾💕 #PrayForGrandmaHolla #grandmaholla #hollaforadolla #fyp #weloveyougrandmaholla #fyp #queen_warrior81 #🙏🏾
She had many famous fans, including former RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Bianca Del Rio.
Although we never met in person, This AMAZING LADY brought me such JOY. ❤️ Rest well, MS. HOLLA ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/V5Q63a04Zt
— Bianca Del Rio (@TheBiancaDelRio) January 15, 2023