[FAMILY REVEAL] Neil Diamond’s Daughter-In-Law Breaks Silence — “He’s Still the Grandpa My Kids Adore Despite Parkinson’s”

When the world saw Neil Diamond step away from the stage in 2018 due to Parkinson’s disease, it felt like the end of an era. But away from the spotlight, a quieter, more tender role was quietly unfolding — that of a grandfather.

In a heartfelt interview, Neil’s daughter-in-law, whose identity was previously kept private to shield the family, recently opened up:

“He may not tour anymore, but to my kids, he’s still ‘Grandpa Neil’ — the man who makes up silly songs on the spot, who tells stories in that deep voice of his, and who never forgets to hug them tight.”

She shared that despite tremors and slower movement, Neil remains actively engaged with his grandchildren. He draws with them. He sings lullabies. He even records short birthday songs for them — personalized and full of that classic Neil Diamond charm.

“My youngest once said, ‘Grandpa sings better than YouTube.’ That made Neil tear up,” she said.

More than the fame, the Grammys, and the millions of fans, it’s the small kitchen moments and bedtime songs that now define his legacy within the family.

For fans, it’s a touching reminder: greatness doesn’t end with a diagnosis. Sometimes, it quietly transforms — into something even more meaningful.

Neil Diamond – Pretty Amazing Grace

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