Cardi B Pays Tribute to Her Late Grandmother. The rapper shared a heartfelt message on Instagram Monday, commemorating the 8th year since her grandmother’s passing. "My grandma passed away 11-11-11. I look down on my phone is 11:11. I know for a fact she watching me. Thank you Lord for them small little messages that let me know you real." - Cardi B, via instagram. Despite her loss, Cardi continues to push forward in the studio and on screen. The star has had a strong year, appearing in ‘Hustlers’ and Netflix’s ‘Rhythm & Flow.’