Gracie was born on February 20, 2003. Her middle name is Mae, which is where the name Mae Mae comes from—her parents always called her that when she was little. Gracie attended Republic Schools and graduated in 2022. She is a very social and independent young woman. She is on the waitlist to move into her own apartment, where staff will be on the premises if she needs them. She is also studying to take the written driver’s test.

Along with her love of art, painting, and cooking, Gracie works at Artistree Pottery and Hurts Donut. Mae Mae is the first brand created in collaboration with the local business Artistree Pottery.