Personal details
- Birth Date: 1983-01-24
- Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
- Birth Location: Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Parents: Joan Grande
- Professions: Actor, Soundtrack, Producer
Frankie James Grande—yep, that Grande, Ariana’s big brother—was actually born Frank James Michael Grande-Marchione back in '83, smack dab in Manhattan. Raised partly in New Jersey and then Boca Raton, Florida, his mom Joan is basically a boss lady, running Hose-McCann Communications, and his dad Victor’s a doctor. Frankie hit up Pine Crest School in Boca Raton before heading off to Muhlenberg College, where he wasn’t messing around—he triple majored in biology, theater, and dance. Triple threat? More like triple major, triple threat. Frankie’s been all over the entertainment map. He’s crushed it on Broadway, like, for real—he was Franz in Rock of Ages and jumped into Mamma Mia! for a few years, too. Not just on stage, though; the dude’s produced shows, starred in his own cabaret act (because of course he did), and even had his own one-man show called "Livin La Vida Grande." You’ve probably seen him on TV, even if you didn’t realize it—he was a contestant on Big Brother 16, popped up judging America’s Best Dance Crew, jumped across the pond for Celebrity Big Brother in the UK, and co-hosted Amazon’s Style Code Live for a bit. If you’re a Nickelodeon fan, you might remember him as the super extra Frankini on Henry Danger. He’s also in the Netflix series Haters Back Off, playing a wild version of himself. Oh, and he’s openly gay, living his life loud and proud, never missing a beat.
referencennAriana Grande and James Marchione share an older half-brother, which, honestly, not a lot of people realize. His name’s Frankie Grande—yeah, that guy’s a total scene-stealer in his own right. He pops up everywhere: Broadway, YouTube, reality TV—he’s even done some wild stints on Big Brother. Frankie’s got this over-the-top, glitter-doused personality that’s impossible to ignore, and he’s super tight with Ariana, always hyping her up on socials or showing up at her concerts. Even though they’ve got different dads, the Grande-Marchione clan keeps things close. It’s kind of wild how much talent is packed into one family, right? Ariana totally credits Frankie for pushing her to chase her own spotlight, and you can really see that sibling energy when they’re together. So next time you spot Ariana in the headlines, just know she’s got a big bro out there rooting for her, probably in something sparkly.
Shine bright like a Frankie and when people throw shade, SHINE BRIGHTER! That’s basically the whole spirit pumping through this film. Frankie’s not your average wallflower—more like a walking disco ball who refuses to dim down for anyone. She’s got dreams, she’s got sass, and she’s definitely not letting the haters win. High school’s a battlefield, sure, but Frankie? She treats it like a runway, strutting through rumors and drama like it’s no big deal. Her crew’s a mix of outcasts and bold personalities, each one trying to find their own light in a world that prefers everyone to blend in. The story’s all about shaking off negativity, finding your tribe, and embracing what makes you different—even if it means standing out a little too much for some people’s comfort. There’s glitter, heartbreak, and a whole lot of laughs along the way. At the end of the day, it’s a wild ride about not letting anybody dim your shine.
January 24, 1983
5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Joan Grande and Surekha
42 years old