LeAnn Rimes is currently mourning the loss of her beloved godmother, Margaret, who passed away at the age of 96. While the details surrounding Margaret’s passing have not been disclosed, little is known about her personal life outside of what Rimes has shared throughout the years.
Rimes, born Margaret LeAnn Rimes, has previously expressed the profound impact that Margaret had on her life. In a touching tribute post on social media for Mother’s Day in 2024, Rimes highlighted her close bond with Margaret in a photo that provided a glimpse into their special relationship.
In a recent Instagram Stories post, the 43-year-old singer shared the news of Margaret’s passing, revealing that she received a heartwarming message from her godmother after learning of the news while traveling by airplane.
“My beautiful Godmother Margaret, whom I am named after, passed away this morning at the age of 96. I found out on a plane, and right after I found out, I signed onto the airplane’s Wifi and received this message,” Rimes shared, showcasing a screen grab of a message from Margaret that read ‘Rise and Shine, Margaret.’
In subsequent Instagram stories, Rimes included photos that reflected her memories with Margaret, highlighting her as the strongest woman she had ever known and expressing gratitude for the lessons Margaret imparted.
In addition to her personal connections with Margaret, Rimes also shared how proud her godmother was during her wedding to husband Eddie Cibrian in 2011. “She was so happy at our wedding because she knew how happy I was,” Rimes captioned a photo from the special day, emphasizing the profound impact Margaret had on her life.
As we extend our heartfelt condolences to LeAnn Rimes during this time, we are reminded of the enduring influence that loved ones can have on our lives.
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