Let’s call a spade a spade, most people’s idea of grandparents comes with silver hair, knitting needles, and tales of “back in my day.” But Hollywood, of course, is always keen to rewrite the script. In a business that survives on reinvention, however, some have become grandparents well before they ever began to slow down (if at all). From rock stars to Oscar winners, these celebrity grandparents show that age is just a number and that you can be a grandma and still wear your leather jacket. Check out 9 of the youngest celebrity grandparents who are making the title hip, confident, and full of life.
9. Donny Osmond
Entertainment legend Donny Osmond became a grandfather for the first time at the age of 48 when his son Jeremy had a baby, Dylan. Best known for his squeaky-clean image and four-decade-long career in music and television, Osmond has since embraced grandparenthood wholeheartedly, fourteen times. That is correct; he now has 14 grandchildren, and he frequently posts sweet glimpses of his large family on social media. In spite of his popularity, Donny explains that being “Grandpa Donny” is one of his biggest delights, and it’s great to get out of the limelight to simply enjoy family time without cameras to capture it all.
8. Snoop Dogg
At 43 years of age, rap icon Snoop Dogg added “grandfather” to his already impressive list of monikers. His oldest son, Corde Broadus, made him a granddad when baby Zion was born in 2015. Since then, the West Coast legend has welcomed a slew of additional grandchildren, seven and counting, and often posts about how much joy they bring him. Snoop reports that each of his grandkids has their own personality, and he’s loving spoiling them with love (and the occasional dance-off). True to style, he’s still the coolest grandpa on the planet, blending family time with music, sports, and even children’s cooking shows.
7. Brett Favre
NFL great Brett Favre swapped footballs with baby bottles at 40, when his daughter Brittany gave birth to his first grandchild, Parker Brett. When this happened, Favre was still playing in the league, so technically he was the first active NFL player to become a grandfather, a record as distinctive as his arm strength. Now, the Super Bowl champion takes joy in being a family man, frequently sharing pictures of his grandchildren fishing, playing around, and sitting in front of their grandfather watching him relive highlights of his heyday on old highlight reels. Favre quips that being “Grandpa Brett” could be his new favorite nickname.
6. Kid Rock
Rock star Kid Rock became a grandpa at 43 when his son Robert James Ritchie Jr. had a daughter, Skye. One of the most notorious rebels on stage, Kid Rock, has softened up since entering grandparenthood. He’s been open about how much he adores the role, stating that little Skye “stole his heart” the second she was born. In keeping with his reputation for being a wild card, he’s stated that becoming a grandpa has made him more patient and down-to-earth. And naturally, he kiddingly says that he’s “the coolest grandpa on the planet”, and actually, he may be telling the truth.
5. Dascha Polanco
Orange Is the New Black actress Dascha Polanco stunned fans when she announced that she became a grandmother at the tender age of 40. Her daughter, Dasany Gonzalez, gave birth to her first child, making Polanco one of Hollywood’s youngest and most fashionable grandmas. The actress, who has never been afraid to own her identity, frequently shares glamorous shots with her grandson Dior, showing that being a grandma doesn’t involve losing your glow-up. Polanco has even labeled herself a “glamma,” claiming she’s proud to break generations’ stereotypes and remain fabulous.
4. Kiefer Sutherland
Actor Kiefer Sutherland, who’s had intense roles on TV’s 24 and Designated Survivor, was a grandfather at 39. His daughter, Sarah Sutherland, who’s perhaps most well known for playing on Veep, made him a grandpa before he reached age 40 Not Notwithstanding his reputation for gritty, serious acting roles, Sutherland’s social media is filled with a gentler, playful side when it comes to the grandbabies. He frequently shares tender tributes and family news, demonstrating that behind the rugged façade is a doting granddad who loves nothing more than spending time with his loved ones.
3. Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg wins the prize for one of the youngest celebrity grandmas in history at just 34 when her daughter, Alexandrea Martin Dean, gave birth. Whoopi later became a great-grandmother at 58, and she’s embraced the role with her trademark humor and pride. The EGOT-winning comedian and actress often gushes about her family on The View, where she shares stories about her grandkids and great-grandkids. “I’m just old enough to know better,” she once joked, “and young enough to still keep up.”
2. June Shannon
Reality television personality June “Mama June” Shannon became a grandmother at the age of 32 when her daughter Anna Cardwell (“Chickadee”) had Kaitlyn. Although the Shannon family has experienced its share of highs and lows on the public stage, June has been a constant presence in the life of her granddaughter. She even adopted custody of Kaitlyn following Anna’s death in 2023, committing to raising her with love and stability. June still shares updates regarding her tight-knit family, demonstrating that she is serious about playing the role of “Grandma June.”
1. CeeLo Green
The Grammy-winning singer of “Forget You” and former member of The Voice’s original judging panel, CeeLo Green, became a grandparent at age 35. His adopted daughter, Sierra Johnson, gave birth to her first child, and CeeLo couldn’t be happier. His grandbabies refer to him as “Poppi,” and he can’t wait to dish about them in interviews. Green’s grandchildren keep him grounded and focused, reminding him what’s truly important. Whether he is taking the stage or lounging on a Sunday with his loved ones, CeeLocano marries superstar swagger and granddad coziness in a unique way that only he can.
Honorable Mentions
Lots of other celebrities joined the grandparent’s club before reaching their 50s and 60s, too. Priscilla Presley had a grandchild at age 54, Kris Jenner at 53, and Tony Danza at 54. Even Eminem, Nicolas Cage, Mick Jagger, Jim Carrey, Charlie Sheen, Pierce Brosnan, and Sarah Palin all had the joy of grandparenthood before age 55. Regardless of whether they shine as actors, musicians, or the moguls who run entire media conglomerations, these celebrities illustrate that family must come first—even when fame keeps them in the limelight.
From rap legends and rock stars to Hollywood heroes and TV personalities, these stars show that when it comes to family, age is just a number. Grandparenthood doesn’t necessarily mean slowing down or taking a step back from the spotlight—it can be a new thrill ride of laughter, love, and legacy. Whether they’re changing diapers in between movie sets or posting cute moments on social media, these young grandparents show us that coolness (and love) don’t fade.