World-famous TikTok grandma and food influencer Nonna Silvi (85) has died

Nonna Silvi, the 85-year-old internet personality known as the TikTok-oma, has passed away following a twenty-day illness. The Italian food influencer gained global fame after her grandson, Gabriele, began filming her preparing traditional Tuscan recipes in 2022. Her social media presence grew rapidly, amassing over six million combined followers on Instagram and TikTok. In the Netherlands, she became a familiar face through her appearances in commercial campaigns for the supermarket chain Albert Heijn, where she showcased traditional recipes using their products.

Her family confirmed that she was surrounded by her loved ones until her final moments. A funeral service is scheduled for November 2 at the church of Sant'Andrea in the Italian town of Montespertoli. Her family expressed their grief and honored her memory with a message wishing her a safe journey. She is remembered by her followers and family alike for her warmth and her passion for sharing the culinary traditions of her culture with a global audience.