Ariana Grande is mourning the loss of her beloved dog Coco, who stood by her side for more than 17 years. The singer shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, along with photos and videos celebrating their long bond. Coco had been part of Grande’s life since before her music career took off. Here is a look back at the dog fans came to know and love.
Coco has died at 17
Grande announced Coco’s death on Instagram on Monday, October 19. Coco was 17 years old. The singer shared a series of photos and videos of her longtime companion but did not say how Coco died. Fans and friends quickly filled the comments with messages of support.
A heartfelt message
In her caption, Grande called Coco her sweetest, most amazing and most beautiful girl, and told her she was proud of her. She thanked Coco for her love over more than 17 wonderful years and wrote that she would miss her every day and hold her in her heart always.
Sweet final memories
Among the photos, Grande shared pictures of herself cuddling Coco and a shot of the dog posing with her 17th birthday cake while wearing green dog shoes. She also posted a video of herself cheering Coco on during her morning leap from the front of the house.
With her before the fame
Grande first shared that she had adopted Coco in 2010, when she was still starring on the Nickelodeon series Victorious. In those early years, she kept fans updated on the pup through a dedicated X account called Miss Coco Grande, which she last posted on in 2012.
Her first vlog guest
In December 2012, back when Grande was recording her debut album, she uploaded her first ever music vlog to YouTube. The clip, called Coco Breaks It Down, starred none other than Coco, who interviewed a 19-year-old Grande about her music.
A music video star
Coco made appearances with Grande in the music video for the song “Put Your Hearts Up” in 2011, and again in the music video for the song “Positions” in 2020, putting her among the most famous pet celebrities in pop music.
A difficult time
The news comes while Grande is taking a break from public appearances. Many fans who have followed her since her Nickelodeon days remembered Coco’s appearances over the years, and the tribute drew an outpouring of love online.
