Hugh Grant, the beloved actor known for his charm and wit, is finally opening up about his youngest daughters, Lulu and Blue. During a candid appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the British star revealed their full names and offered rare insights into his experience as a father. This interview provided fans with a glimpse into the personal life of one of Hollywood's most private stars.
Hugh Grant’s Middle Name Legacy
At 64 years old, Hugh remains as captivating as ever. Known for his role in Music and Lyrics, Hugh shared an amusing story about his unusual middle name, Mungo, during the October 30 episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!. “It’s actually Hugh John Mungo,” he joked, explaining the origin of this quirky name. “I don’t know how it happened. I had very unkind parents.”
Passing Down the Tradition: Mungo and Beyond
When Jimmy Kimmel, 56, asked whether Hugh passed the “Mungo” tradition to any of his five children, Hugh responded with a laugh, saying, “Worse.” He went on to explain how he and his wife were in a bit of a panic when naming their eldest daughter, Lulu. They decided to give her a middle name that would make for great bar stories in the future. “We thought it might be nice if, when she’s older, she could say in bars that her middle name was Danger. So her name is Lulu Danger Grant,” he added.
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This was the first time Hugh publicly revealed the name of his 8-year-old daughter, Lulu. He also shared the story behind the name of his 5-year-old daughter, Blue, which he revealed for the first time during the interview.
Blue: A Name Born of Panic and Creativity
Hugh explained that when it came time to name his younger daughter, he once again found himself in a state of mild panic. To ease the pressure, Hugh and his wife turned to their eldest son, John Mungo, for help. “We asked her elder brother, who is obsessed with the Minions franchise, what he thought we should call the new baby,” Hugh recounted. “And he said, ‘Kevin,’ because that was his favorite Minion. We did think about calling her Kevin, but then we said, ‘You better think of something else.’ So he said Blue, because it was his favorite color.”
Lulu's Love for Taylor Swift
Hugh also opened up about his daughter Lulu's obsession with Taylor Swift, one of the biggest pop stars in the world. He shared a memorable experience of attending one of Taylor's Eras tour concerts at Wembley Stadium in London in June, where his daughter got to see the pop icon perform live. Hugh even took the time to thank Taylor on X after the concert, expressing his gratitude on behalf of himself, his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein, and Lulu.
“Dear @taylorswift13, You have an incredible show, an amazing and very hospitable team and an excellent if gigantic boyfriend (#tequilashots.). Thanks so much from one aging London boy, wife and thrilled 8-year-old #halfgirlhalfbracelet,” Hugh wrote. Taylor Swift responded with a playful tweet, saying, “As a long time Hugh Grant stan this tweet is very important to my culture.”
Hugh mentioned during the interview that Lulu dreams of meeting Taylor someday. Despite his efforts, Hugh hasn’t been able to secure a meet-and-greet for his daughter yet. “I’ve tried every day,” he admitted, showcasing his dedication as a father.
A Late Bloomer Finds Love and Family
Hugh shares his children John, 12, Lulu, and Blue with his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein, 41. He also has two other children, Tabitha Xiao Xi Grant and Felix Chang Hong Grant, with his ex, Tinglan Hong. While Hugh tends to keep his family life private, he once expressed regret over not settling down sooner in life.
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“I should have done it before,” he told Today in 2018. “I’m just lucky. I’ve got a great wife. I love her.”
Reflecting on fatherhood, Hugh told People, “It’s just lovely to have all that love around. Suddenly you love someone more than yourself. It’s unheard of in my case, and they love you back, and it’s all enchanting.”
