News · 4 August 2026

Spider-man star Mary Rivera died aged 82 in Honolulu

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Mary Rivera played the memorable role of Ned's grandmother in the 2021 blockbuster film Spider-Man: No Way Home. Family members told TMZ that she passed away in Honolulu on April 15 after suffering a severe stroke. Relatives made the difficult choice to take her off life support following a grim medical prognosis.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 August 2026 at 7:48

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