grandfather

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His grandfather Antonio is revealed as a traveling merchant who operated between Catalan Spain and Morocco, rather than simply a farmer.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Edward “Ted” Crosby Johnson, who founded Fidelity Management & Research in 1946, and grandfather of FMR’s current CEO, Abby Johnson, worked as a lawyer at Ropes & Gray.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

A Visit To Grandpa's follows a young boy sent to spend a summer full of adventure with his eccentric grandfather on a Welsh farm.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Elyjah’s grandfather, Troy Hearn, has said that Gaddis dated the boy’s mother on and off for several years and accused him of stalking her.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

“That’s not what I’ve heard,” Jack’s grandfather said, patting his Story Book.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley