upbringing

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The 75-year-old actor reflected on his upbringing, early career, and decades-long relationship with Hawn, 80, in a wide-ranging interview with the Wall Street Journal.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

"When I was a kid I used to eat champ by the bowlful, so trying to tie in a little bit of my upbringing there," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Her borderland upbringing in El Paso has also shaped her Spanglish lyrics.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

More interesting is the way Mr. Newsom portrays his upbringing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

She knew from her Quaker upbringing the power of silence—and discomfort.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling