Glen Norris, the grandfather of the beloved TikTok star known as “Okay Baby,” recently shared the emotional journey behind writing a song dedicated to his late grandson, Preston Ordone, who tragically passed away at the tender age of two. In a heartfelt TikTok video posted on July 5, Norris expressed his grief and the divine inspiration he found during this difficult time.
In the video, Norris reflected on the painful loss of Preston, stating, “After finding out my grandson Preston passed, I found myself questioning how this could happen. In the midst of my grief, God gave me the words for this song.” He poignantly added, “If we had it our way … you’d still be here with us. But we thank God for giving us the opportunity to meet again in heaven.”
The video featured touching clips of Preston throughout his short life, accompanied by the song’s lyrics: “Now that he’s home, he’s probably dancing around your throne. And I can almost hear him say … ‘OK.’” Norris announced that the song is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music.
Preston Ordone, affectionately known as “Okay Baby” on TikTok, captured the hearts of many with his joyful spirit and infectious personality. His mother, Katelynn Ordone, also took to Instagram to share her grief, posting cherished home videos of her son and expressing how deeply he is missed. She wrote, “My dad wrote this beautiful song for Preston. We miss you every second of every day.”
The tragic news of Preston’s passing emerged in April when he died in a single-vehicle car accident while traveling with his parents, Katelynn and Jaelan Ordone. Fortunately, both parents survived, and Preston’s older sister, Paisley, was at school during the incident. The Louisiana State Police launched an investigation into the accident, which included a routine toxicology test of the driver. Initial reports indicated that both the driver and front passenger were properly restrained, while Preston was found improperly secured in a child safety seat.
Norris has publicly disputed these claims, and further details revealed that Preston succumbed to “blunt force injuries due to a motor vehicle crash,” which was ruled accidental by the St. Tammany Parish coroner’s office. In the wake of this tragedy, Katelynn shared that she and Jaelan have “no memory” of the accident and have since sought the expertise of an independent accident reconstruction specialist to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
According to Katelynn, data from the vehicle’s black box indicated that it was traveling at 70 mph before decelerating and making a right turn, impacting at approximately 60 mph. She clarified that Preston was secured in a two-piece, 360-degree car seat positioned behind the passenger seat. However, she expressed concerns regarding the car seat’s functionality, stating, “There appears to have been an issue with how the seat attached to the base: the locking pins were stuck in the engaged position, which may have prevented the seat from fully securing to the base.”
As the investigation continues, Katelynn described the accident as likely resulting from a medical emergency, consistent with the vehicle’s erratic behavior before the crash. She expressed gratitude for the support and prayers received during this unimaginably painful time, stating, “We can’t imagine walking through this without the assurance of eternal life and the peace that comes from knowing this truth.”
In a touching tribute to her son, Katelynn shared her father’s song, emphasizing the love and memories that will forever remain in their hearts. “We miss you every second of every day,” she wrote, using the hashtags #prestonforever and #okaybaby to honor her son and celebrate his life.
The story of Preston Ordone and the heartfelt tribute by his grandfather resonate deeply with fans and followers, highlighting the enduring bond of family and the power of love even in the face of profound loss. As the family continues to navigate their grief, they find solace in their faith and the cherished memories of their beloved “Okay Baby.”