Australian Man, 23, Becomes World’s Youngest Grandfather

Tommy Connolly had everything. A solid part-time job, friends and a great family. He was even a student at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. As far as anyone was concerned, there was nothing out of the ordinary about his life.

But then, when he least expected it, Tommy got a phone call that completely upended his life. Because it presented a challenge with which even an older, more experienced man would struggle. But Tommy stepped up to the plate and took it on.

And that’s just the beginning of how 23-year-old Tommy Connolly became the world’s youngest grandfather…

Breaking In

After college, Tommy Connolly got into the realty business. He did this by setting up a company with his business partner and Un-Realty co-founder, Reece Purcell. But it wasn’t easy.

He’s Run Into Obstacles

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There have been obstacles along the way, and a lot of people, like his former boss, told him he couldn’t go into this line of work all alone. But he was determined to become the best realtor in town. Not too long ago, he had bigger problems to worry about, though.

He’s A Fierce Competitor

Tommy joined the track and field team at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. His prowess as an athlete was impressive. So, he decided to think outside the box and participate in non-college related sports competitions. But things didn’t go as planned.

Life Derailed Him

He wanted to race in the national and international championship competitions. That would have been his ultimate goal, but then, life threw him a hurtle that even he couldn’t jump over and things got…well, pretty interesting to put it mildly.