grandmother

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One of those moments came in writing the track “I Remember,” which recounts his childhood in London spent with his maternal grandmother when his parents were touring.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Shortly after learning he was related to Nazi collaborator, the man approached his grandmother to ask about the painting's history.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

The grandmother, quoted by the Dutch daily, said the family was discussing whether the painting should be returned to the Goudstikker heirs, and denied knowing it was looted.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Orphaned at a young age, he credits his grandmother with encouraging him to enroll in school.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“There’s just a lot you don’t know about how I grew up. Your grandmother . . .” She glances at Bernadette.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith