Matty Acton

Matty Acton: Brisbane's 37-Year-Old Grandpa Shocks the Airwaves!

Brace yourselves, Australia! Radio host Matty Acton has dropped a bombshell—he's a granddad at just 37!

In a jaw-dropping announcement that sent shockwaves through the airwaves, Brisbane radio host Matty Acton has revealed he’s taken on the title of ‘grandpa’ at the sprightly age of 37. Fans tuning into his breakfast show on B105 were left equally shocked and delighted when Matty introduced his adorable granddaughter, Illyria Fay Acton, via his Instagram account. The announcement was met with a mix of hilarity and disbelief—how on earth could a guy so young already be calling himself ‘granddad’?

As listeners scrambled for their calculators and did the mental math, Matty’s revelation sparked social media buzz, with fans gushing over the adorable photos of little Illyria. ‘Welcome to the world, princess!’ Matty shared, while followers began to wonder if the radio host was secretly working on a new career as a very young grandparent. Amidst jokes and playful sarcasm about Matty’s newfound elder status, the airwaves were filled with laughter as listeners chimed in with their own experiences of becoming grandparents much later in life. Talk about giving the term ‘young at heart’ a whole new meaning!

But Matty isn’t the only celebrity to take on grandparenthood sooner than expected. The trend seems to be catching on, with a number of stars in the spotlight becoming grandparents while still in their 30s. It’s hard not to think of the pressures of the modern world; in a time when people are more disinclined to wait for marriage and the classic notions of family, it’s becoming more common to see younger grandparents emerge on the scene. Matty’s no stranger to surprises, and this might just be his biggest yet!

In a surprisingly sweet turn of events, Matty’s listeners sent their best wishes, and the energy in the studio was filled with pure joy and exuberance. Matty discussed how the experience of being a grandpa has been ‘absolutely surreal’ for him. And while grandparenting at such a young age may raise eyebrows, perhaps Matty is just redefining what it means to be a grandparent in modern Australia.

Fun Fact: Did you know that becoming a grandparent has been linked to improved wellbeing? Studies show that a close relationship with grandchildren can boost mental health and provide purpose!

Moreover, many famous figures, from comedian Larry David to actress Kim Kardashian, have ventured into grandparenthood much earlier than expected. It seems that Matty is well on his way to joining the ranks of these trailblazing grandparents!