Hugh Grant reflects on fatherhood at 64, balancing parenting and career

Hugh Grant, 64, opened up about his experience as a father of five during his appearance on the Smartless podcast on November 18. Grant humorously reflected on becoming a parent later in life, revealing he had his first child at 52. “I’m 64 now, and the youngest is 6,” he joked. “I need a long stint in a sanatorium or an abbey.”

Grant shares his children with wife Anna Eberstein and ex-partner Tinglan Hong, including daughters Blue (5), Lulu Danger (8), Tabitha Xiao Xi (13), and sons John Mungo (12) and Felix Chang Hong (11). Known for his wit, Grant recounted naming his younger children in moments of “panic,” sharing how Blue’s name was chosen by her brother, whose favorite color inspired the decision.

Despite the challenges of parenting at his age, Grant highlighted the joys of fatherhood, describing moments like his youngest daughter’s “chimpanzee hug.” He admitted to occasional “hiding in the loo” but shared his pride in being an involved dad.

In recent interviews, Grant also reflected on his growing family and balancing fatherhood with his career, adding humor and heart to his stories. The actor’s love for his children remains evident, as he cherishes the late-in-life experience of raising them.