grandfather

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After my grandfather was buried in Hollywood Forever Cemetery in 2009, I have watched the little path that leads to his tombstone go from a muddy dirt trail to neatly paved with bricks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

He is a longtime bodyguard and chief aide to his grandfather.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

"Beyond his professional achievements, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle," the actor's family said in a tribute.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

His maternal grandfather served time in prison for armed robbery, whilst his grandfather on his father's side was a "traditional working-class Tory" who had served in the Navy during the Second World War.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

‘Nobody knows. My grandfather didn’t get far before the Spirit stopped him. The Spirit always stops them. Maybe -maybe you will be different.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver