David Jason 'finding his feet' after becoming a grandfather to a 10-year-old boy

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Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David Jason said he's 'finding his feet' after becoming a grandfather to a 10-year-old boy. 'It was quite a surprise and strange for all of us at the beginning,' he said

Abi Harris, 53, contacted him and asked him to take a paternity test in 2022(Image: Mirrorpix)

Sir David Jason has spoken of his delight and “shock” at becoming a grandad. The Only Fools and Horses legend admitted he is still “finding his feet” being a grandparent but said he is able to make 10-year-old Charlie laugh.

The 84-year-old discovered he had a daughter and grandson in 2022 after Abi Harris, 53, contacted him and asked him to take a paternity test. Sir David said: “It was quite a surprise and strange for all of us at the beginning. The news was a total shock.

“I seem to be able to make Charlie laugh, which is always a good thing, and I am trying to get him interested in DIY and model making – things I enjoy.”

He is still 'finding his feet' being a grandparent(Image: Getty Images)

He added to Woman’s Weekly magazine: “I’m all right. I’m finding my feet.” Harris was reportedly born in 1970 after her mum, actor Jennifer Hill, had a brief relationship with the TV star.

After taking the test, it was confirmed that Jason was her father – and not long afterwards he met his grandson Charlie.

Meanwhile, Sir David Jason became addicted to building models while he was stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Only Fools and Horses legend, 84, has opened up about his hobbies and admitted he turned to crafting during the long months of lockdown.

'It was quite a surprise and strange for all of us at the beginning,' said Sir David(Image: Getty Images)

And he revealed he likes to build things while listening to Gregorian chants. Sir David said: “I started making models during the pandemic, when we were all trapped in our houses. I got a bit addicted to it. When I’m concentrating or working quietly on my own I like to listen to Gregorian chants. There’s something really nice and soothing about that.” Read the full story here.

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