A 'heartbroken' Padma Lakshmi has announced the loss of her grandmother Rajima.Lakshmi, 51, paid tribute to her grandmother on Sunday with a slideshow of images and a lengthy message reflecting on the woman who was 'much more than a grandma.'In her Instagram post, Padma recalled being taught times tables by Rajima, getting her ears pierced by her, and her many professional accomplishments. 'She was my rock and my example':A 'heartbroken' Padma Lakshmi has announced the loss of her grandmother Rajima'I am heartbroken.
My dear paati is gone,' Padma posted on Instagram. 'Rajima lived life serving others. She raised us all. She was my rock and example.
She was much more than a grandma, the only one I knew. She helped raise me, my whole childhood whenever my mom needed a break.'I wouldn't have the career I have without her guidance.
But more importantly, I would never be who I am without her love & care. She didn't just teach me about food, but about life, often through food.
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