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Richard E Grant reflects on the 'incredible' joy of becoming a grandfather after his wife's death and says it has taught him 'not to waste time on stuff'

In June, the actor, 69, emotionally shared his daughter Olivia had given birth to a baby boy, and has now reflected on the 'incredible' joy of welcoming the new addition to his family.

Richard E Grant reflects on the 'incredible' joy of becoming a grandfather after his wife's death and says it has taught him 'not to waste time on stuff'

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In June, the actor, 69, emotionally shared his daughter Olivia had given birth to a baby boy, and has now reflected on the 'incredible' joy of welcoming the new addition to his family.

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In June, the actor, 69, emotionally shared his daughter Olivia had given birth to a baby boy, and has now reflected on the 'incredible' joy of welcoming the new addition to his family.

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