Sofia Richie Says It's 'Surreal' Watching Dad Lionel Richie with Daughter Eloise: 'He's in Love'

Mar. 15, 2025

Sofia Richie and Lionel Richie.Photo:Presley Ann/Getty

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Lionel Richieloves his role as a grandfather.

“We call him Pop Pop. He was on a U.S. tour when I gave birth so he came home to meet Eloise,” Richie Grainge tells the outlet of her dad. “He’s in love and it’s so crazy. It’s so surreal to be the youngest kid and then have a kid and see your parents act with your kids. I don’t know how to explain it.”

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“Eloise Samantha Grainge 🤍5•20•24 best day of my life🤍,” she wrote alongside the photo.

The little one’s middle name, Samantha,is a nod to Elliot’s late mother, Samantha Berg, who entered a coma after suffering complications during childbirth. She remained in the coma until she died in 2007.

The parents also added a meaningful touch where guests could write a letter to Eloise for her to open on her 18th birthday.

“Give advice, what you see for her future, how you know her parents, whatever you want to share with her,” a sign read.

source: people.com