Ever wondered what it's like to go from being the boss to becoming a grandfather? Tony Danza has some thoughts on that. In a candid conversation, the legendary actor opens up about how stepping into the role of grandfather can sometimes feel a bit intimidating. But don’t get me wrong—it’s also incredibly rewarding.
The man who brought us unforgettable moments on shows like "Who's the Boss" and "Taxi" recently attended a special diamond gala celebrating Patsy’s Italian Restaurant's 75th anniversary. It was there that he spilled the beans about his new role in life. "No, grandfatherhood! Yes, I’m beyond father," Tony, now 68, exclusively told Closer Weekly when asked about his focus being on fatherhood. And guess what? He’s not just embracing it—he’s diving headfirst into babysitting duties too.
View this post on InstagramFun day with my son and grandsons
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So, what’s the deal with grandfatherhood for Tony? Well, it’s a profound experience, especially when you get to watch your son step into the role of father. And let’s just say, Tony’s son, Marc, is doing it better than Tony ever did. "It’s really scary!" Tony admitted. He went on to say, "I said to him, ‘You know what the difference is between you and me as a father? See how you take your kids to play baseball? I used to take you to watch me play baseball.’ And at the end of the game I’d ask, ‘how did I do?’"
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Tony is the proud grandfather of two little bundles of joy—Lucas and Nicholas, thanks to his only son, Marc. The actor has big dreams for his role as a grandfather. "I want to be the guy who takes my grandson fishing and the guy he wants to go fishing with," Tony once shared with Grandparents.com. As for Marc, Tony couldn’t be prouder of the way he handles fatherhood.
View this post on InstagramFun day taking my grandsons to the movies. About to see @readyplayerone!
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“I have even more respect for him,” Tony elaborated. “The way he conducts himself with his kid makes me so proud. And I was proud of him before Nicky was born. I love seeing them together. Just the other day, they were playing Steamroller on the bed. Nicky was jumping over Marc as he rolled around. It was fabulous. I’m so fortunate to live close.”
It’s heartwarming to hear that Tony is fully embracing life with both of his grandkids. This chapter in his life is bound to be filled with laughter, love, and maybe just a little bit of chaos—and that’s exactly how it should be.
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Reporting by Diana Cooper.
