Katie Couric joyfully announced the birth of her first grandchild, a son named John Albert Dobrosky, and expressed her excitement at becoming a grandmother. She revealed that the baby's nickname will be "Jay" in honor of her late husband, Jay Monahan. Couric also shared her eagerness to embrace her new role as a devoted grandmother and reflected on the bittersweet reminder of her late husband's absence during significant family milestones.
A retired soldier left only £50 each to his late son's five adult children in his £500,000 will, citing their limited contact with him in his last years. The grandchildren sued, claiming undue influence by their uncle and aunt, but a judge ruled that it was rational for the grandfather to cut them out due to their infrequent visits. The judge cleared the uncle and aunt of influencing the will and rejected claims of incapacity or lack of knowledge and approval.
Snoop Dogg faced criticism for allegedly smoking marijuana in front of his grandchildren while working in the studio. Some commenters expressed disapproval, while others defended the rapper, citing their own experiences. This incident follows Wiz Khalifa's admission of smoking around his son.
Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon that he feeds his grandchildren the same oatmeal cookies he gives to his farm animals, including dogs, ponies, and a pig. His granddaughters eagerly line up for the treat when they visit, and even mimic the animals by standing with their mouths open. Schwarzenegger's daughter Katherine Schwarzenegger and her husband Chris Pratt bring their daughters to visit the animals about once a week, and while the kids love playing with the animals, they draw the line at cleaning up manure.
Arnold Schwarzenegger joked on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon" that his grandchildren from daughter Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt are "a little spoiled," revealing that they refused to help him shovel manure. He also shared stories about his tough parenting techniques and praised Katherine's parenting skills, expressing joy in watching her become a parent. Schwarzenegger also discussed his grandchildren's love for animals and their visits to his house.
Snoop Dogg, who recently revealed he has 12 grandchildren, shared that his oldest grandson calls him "Papa Snoop" on the Jennifer Hudson Show. He expressed the significance of the endearment, stating that being called "Papa" means the world to him as it was the name he used for his own grandfather. Additionally, he discussed his new film, The Underdoggs, where he stars as a washed-up football player coaching a pee-wee team for community service, now streaming on Prime.
A husband grapples with the decision to take a trip to visit his grandchildren while leaving his wife, who has dementia, in a residential facility. Despite feeling anxious and guilty, he ultimately decides to go and is greeted with joy by his grandchildren. While he experiences moments of sorrow and loneliness during the trip, he also finds moments of joy and connection. Upon returning, he is relieved to find that his wife is doing okay and expresses his overwhelming emotions to her.
Arnold Schwarzenegger's granddaughter, Lyla, is more interested in visiting his pets than spending time with him. Lyla, who is three years old, is particularly fond of Schwarzenegger's dog, Cherry, and enjoys visiting his other animals, including a pig, a miniature horse, and a miniature donkey. Despite this, Schwarzenegger cherishes the bond he shares with his granddaughter and enjoys their visits together.
A couple seeks advice on how to include their shy 11-year-old step-granddaughter in family activities with their teenage grandsons, who have different interests. The columnist suggests allowing the girl to bring a friend to family dinners and not forcing her to participate in activities she doesn't enjoy. The columnist emphasizes the importance of expanding the definition of "family" and not expecting an 11-year-old to come up with activities that appeal to older boys.
Thomas Markle criticizes Meghan Markle and Prince Harry as "cruel" while pleading to see his grandchildren. He claims he can sue to see them under California law but doesn't want to. Markle insists he has done nothing wrong and expresses shock at his daughter's behavior. He believes Meghan has influenced Harry more than the other way around. Their relationship has been strained since 2018, and Markle still loves his daughter and wants her to reach out to him for peace and to see his grandkids. Markle denies involvement in a royal sightseeing tour organized by his friend.
A woman is feeling increasingly lonely in her long-term relationship because her partner spends most of his time with his grandchildren. She understands his love for them but is seeking companionship elsewhere. The advice given is to either join him in his new role or find new activities and companions. The woman is encouraged to communicate her feelings honestly and openly with her partner.
A grandmother seeks advice from Dear Abby about her husband's mistreatment of her 2-year-old grandson. The husband shows favoritism towards their 4-year-old granddaughter and ignores the grandson, claiming he doesn't like boys. The grandmother is torn between not having her grandson over or ending her marriage. Dear Abby suggests that the husband should either restrain himself or absent himself when the grandson visits. The grandmother is advised to communicate with her husband and consider seeking professional help if needed.
President Joe Biden has publicly acknowledged his seventh grandchild, Navy, for the first time. The four-year-old girl is the daughter of his son, Hunter, who recently settled a court battle over child support. Biden had faced criticism from both Republicans and Democrats for not recognizing Navy earlier. In a statement, Biden emphasized that it is a family matter and that his son is working with Navy's mother to foster a relationship in the best interests of their daughter. Hunter Biden's paternity of Navy was established through DNA testing, and he has taken responsibility for his past actions.
President Joe Biden is facing criticism from both Republicans and some of his own supporters for not acknowledging his four-year-old granddaughter who was fathered by his son, Hunter Biden, out of wedlock. While some supporters view it as a personal decision, others believe Biden should acknowledge his seventh grandchild. The issue has raised questions about Biden's image as a family man and his values of decency and compassion. Despite the controversy, many Democratic supporters still stand by Biden and believe he is handling the situation with compassion and grace.
Rod Stewart took a break from his world tour to pose for a rare family photo in Spain, alongside seven of his eight children and three grandchildren. The pop star stood in the middle of the photo with his wife Penny Lancaster and their youngest son, Aiden. Rod's first daughter, who he put up for adoption, was not in the photo, although they are in contact. In other news, Rod recently faced backlash from fans after allegedly storming off stage during a concert in Plymouth, although the council and venue denied asking him to finish early.
