You might’ve come across the term "granfluencer" while scrolling through Instagram or TikTok and wondered, “Wait, what’s that?” Well, the word itself is a blend of two parts—“gran,” short for grandma or grandparent, and “influencer,” someone with the power to sway opinions or trend…
You might’ve come across the term "granfluencer" while scrolling through Instagram or TikTok and wondered, “Wait, what’s that?” Well, the word itself is a blend of two parts—“gran,” shor…
You might’ve come across the term "granfluencer" while scrolling through Instagram or TikTok and wondered, “Wait, what’s that?” Well, the word itself is a blend of two parts—“gran,” short for grandma or grandparent, and “influencer,” someone with the power to sway opinions or trends on social media. Put them together and voila—you’ve got a granfluencer: an older adult who’s making waves online with charm, wisdom, and often, killer fashion sense.This quirky, heartwarming, and sometimes hilarious group of digital trailblazers defies the stereotype that social media is only for Gen Z or millennials. They’ve taken their life stories, experiences, and authentic selves to platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube—and people are loving it. The term emerged arou…
Olivia L.
April 25, 2025 
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