5 AEW stars you didn't know were grandfathers

AEW has pulled in some of the biggest names in the wrestling industry over the past few years. Some of the top stars are working in the company.

Many fans have criticized AEW for utilizing former WWE Superstars to make an impact. However, most would agree that the company has done a great job at bringing more viewers with the help of veterans.

Many of the veteran wrestlers, commentators, and managers in AEW are grandfathers balancing their work and personal life perfectly.

In this article, take a look at the five AEW stars who you probably didn't know were grandfathers.

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#5. AEW manager Jake "The Snake" Roberts has ten grandchildren

Jake Roberts with his grandson at the 2014 Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Jake, "The Snake" Roberts, has been working as Lance Archer's manager in AEW since 2019. Roberts recently revealed that he had signed a two-year contract extension with AEW.

Over the years, the WWE Hall of Famer has spoken about his personal life and how it affected his upbringing. Jake Roberts belonged to an abusive household, and life was complicated.

'The Snake Man' credited DDP's Yoga for helping him make some positive changes to his life. During the interview, Roberts revealed that he is a grandfather:

“Without it I’d never made it because, us junkies, we like to lie a lot and alcoholics do too, but it was a tough, tough road, man. He guided me through it. He never gave up and I can never thank him enough for what he’s done for me and giving me my life back and not only my life, but my family. I’ve got my kids back. They’re all digging me now. I’m a great grandfather, probably the best grandfather ever,” Roberts said.

In total, Jake has eight children from two marriages. In 2015, he found out that he had no less than ten grandchildren and is still looking to contact more of his family members. One of Jake's grandsons was present on stage during his Hall of Fame induction speech back in 2014.

#4. AEW star Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) has two daughters, two stepdaughters, and one granddaughter

AEW star Diamond Dallas Page with his family

Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) is one of the biggest legends who recently competed in the AEW ring. Even though DDP is past his prime, he can still compete in a few more matches before hanging up his boots.

Page married Kimberly Page in December 1991. The couple divorced in 2005. In 2015, Page married Brenda Nair. They separated in 2019 and divorced a year later.

The AEW star has two daughters, one of whom is named after his first wife. He also has two stepdaughters from his second marriage.

That’s not all, as he is also the grandfather of his first daughter Brittany Page’s child Oakley Page Palmer.

“Everyone please help me welcome my baby granddaughter into the world! Oakley Page Palmer is her and I can’t wait to meet her. Congratulations to my @TheBritPage and Darrion. she is #beautiful DDP,” DDP wrote on social media.

“Just catching a catnap in between putting up Christmas decorations with my granddaughter Oakley #OPP @palmer.darrion @thebritpage @lexynair #priceless @ddpyoga,” DDP wrote in another post.

Their social media shows that the family is closely knit and is always there for each other. His youngest daughter, Kimberly, also got married. DDP’s stepdaughter Alexandra Nair currently works with AEW as a backstage interviewer.

#3. AEW commentator Jim Ross has two granddaughters

Jim Ross currently works as a commentator and senior adviser for AEW. Ross’ broadcasting career saw him spend decades in WWE.

While Ross is not an active wrestler, he is still one of the most iconic and influential men in the industry. Outside the world of wrestling, Jim Ross has a small business and enjoys a stable personal life.

Ric Flair introduced Jim Ross to his wife during a flight in 1990. The two got married soon after, and his wife gave birth to two daughters. The AEW commentator’s daughters, Kasi and Amanda, now have two daughters of their own.

Jim Ross has frequently posted about his granddaughters on social media and updated his fans about what they are up to. He has called his granddaughter Ryan the best athlete in the family as she is a track runner.

“My sophomore granddaughter Ryan Ketcher! #ProudGrandpa,” Ross wrote.

Ryan could turn out to become a track star in the future, according to Ross himself.

#2. AEW commentator Tony Schiavone is a grandfather

Tony Schiavone got married back in 1981. His wife Lois gave birth to their first child on July 12, 1982. The AEW commentator and senior producer is now a grandfather and has a grandson.

Interestingly, Tony's official first name is Noah, and his grandson also has the same name. Schiavone acknowledged this in a post:

“Happy 1st Birthday to grandson and namesake Noah. If you feel you need to respond concerning Social Distancing then feel free, just love sending people to the Block Parky,” Tony wrote.

Tony seems to be very close to his grandson and posts about him regularly on his social media. He even takes little Noah to AEW's shows!

Schiavone has helped build AEW up and will likely remain a part of the AEW family for years to come. Maybe one day, little Noah could join the company as well.

#1. Legendary AEW star Sting is a grandfather

Sting is busy mentoring Darby Allin in AEW. Sting and Allin’s partnership and in-ring chemistry gave AEW a whole new dimension over the past year.

Outside the ring, Sting lives a very private life and does not talk about his family much. He was previously married to Sue Borden in 1986. The couple has two sons, Garrett Lee and Steven, Jr., and a daughter named Gracie.

After divorcing Sue in 2010, Sting married Sabine in 2015. Steven Jr. recently posted a photo on Instagram with his brother and Sting to talk about the latter’s influence on his life.

“Much of what it means to be a man I learned from you. Don’t make excuses. Stand for what you believe in. Work hard and have integrity. You showed me these things and I’m grateful for that. Happy Father’s Day BBD #toughasnails #everest #onlythingsureisnothinsforsure,”Steven Jr. wrote.

Steven regularly posts photos with his family on social media to highlight their family life. Sting has a grandson and a granddaughter.

Will any of his grandchildren follow in his footsteps and enter the world of wrestling? Only time will tell.