In a revelation that has delighted fans, Love Actually star Thomas Brodie-Sangster has shared that he is distantly related to his former co-star Hugh Grant.
The 34-year-old actor, who played the lovestruck Sam in the beloved holiday classic, discovered the unexpected connection while working alongside Grant, who portrayed the film’s charming Prime Minister.
A ‘Little Cousin’ on Set
During an exclusive interview with Lorraine in November 2024, Brodie-Sangster recalled how Grant reacted to the news.
“He referred to me as ‘little cousin’ while filming Love Actually,” he revealed. “He’d come and ruffle my hair.”
The Maze Runner star explained that Grant is “some kind of uncle” to him, though the exact relation remains unclear.
Grant’s Amusing Reaction
Brodie-Sangster shared that he first mentioned their family ties to Grant on set, saying, “I told him, ‘Apparently, you are my uncle or my cousin or something.’ Then he kind of remembered my mum and uncle. So, for the rest of the shoot, he went around saying, ‘Hello, cousin.’ That felt quite cool.”
Fans Go Wild Over the Revelation
The unexpected family connection quickly became a viral sensation, with fans taking to social media to express their excitement.
One fan posted:
“THOMAS BRODIE-SANGSTER AND HUGH GRANT ARE RELATED?! THEY ARE FAMILY?! OK, THAT EXPLAINS A LOT, ACTUALLY…”
Another exclaimed:
“Wait… Hugh Grant and Thomas Brodie-Sangster are related???? What!”
A third fan wrote:
“Just found out that Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Hugh Grant are related! This is so huge I can’t even say how ridiculously happy I am!”
What’s Next for Brodie-Sangster?
While the revelation has thrilled fans of Love Actually, Brodie-Sangster is focused on his next big project. He is set to star in the upcoming film Grand Prix of Europe, slated for release in July.
As for his distant cousin Hugh Grant? The connection just adds another layer of charm to their already beloved on-screen chemistry.
