In a dazzling display of filial devotion, Manchester City’s Jack Grealish, the £100 million football star, orchestrated an unforgettable weekend for his family, whisking them away on a private jet to see music legend Rod Stewart perform in Dortmund. The 29-year-old winger, fresh off a substitute role in City’s 1-0 Premier League win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, spared no expense—shelling out £100,000—to ensure his parents, Kevin and Karen, and loved ones enjoyed a VIP experience, complete with a backstage meet-and-greet with the rock icon. The trip, a heartfelt gesture rooted in his parents’ love for Stewart’s timeless hits, has fans buzzing about Grealish’s off-pitch charisma and family-first ethos.
The extravaganza unfolded on Saturday at Dortmund’s Westfalenhallen arena, where Grealish, clad in a blue hoodie and baseball cap, personally welcomed his family—including parents Kevin and Karen, siblings Kevan, Kiera, and Holly, and girlfriend Sasha Attwood—at the jet’s steps. A chauffeur-driven minibus whisked them to the venue in style, setting the stage for a night of music and memories. Inside, Grealish and his crew were spotted arm-in-arm, swaying to classics like “Maggie May” and “Sailing.” The footballer even took center stage himself, belting out “I Don’t Want To Talk About It” in a video he shared online, showcasing his own vocal flair in a white top and denim jacket. “What a lovely guy. It was a pleasure to watch and meet you,” Grealish gushed on Instagram, calling the weekend “incredible” and cementing his admiration for Stewart.
The backstage encounter was the crown jewel of the trip. Stewart, a known football enthusiast, warmly welcomed Grealish’s family, posing for photos and chatting with the starstruck group. “His parents love Rod Stewart, and so Jack planned the trip meticulously—even letting his group meet the great man himself,” an insider revealed. “It was an experience they’ll all treasure forever.” The meeting was a full-circle moment for Grealish, who has long been open about his love for music, often curating Manchester City’s dressing room playlists with house and Afrobeats tunes. His recent admission of being starstruck by Rihanna during City’s U.S. pre-season tour hints at his penchant for celebrity encounters, but meeting Stewart with his family hit a personal chord.
Grealish’s gesture reflects his deep-rooted family values, shaped by his upbringing in Solihull, Birmingham. Born on September 10, 1995, to Kevin, a property director, and Karen, a director at Hampton Gate Management, Jack was raised in a tight-knit Catholic household alongside his siblings. The family endured tragedy with the loss of Jack’s younger brother, Keelan, to sudden infant death syndrome in 2000, a heartbreak that strengthened their bond. Kevin has been a pivotal figure in Jack’s career, acting as his agent and negotiating his record-breaking £100 million transfer from Aston Villa to Manchester City in 2021. Karen, while more reserved, is a steadfast supporter, often seen celebrating her son’s triumphs, like his 2023 Treble with City.
The Dortmund trip wasn’t just a lavish outing; it was a testament to Grealish’s ability to balance his high-flying career with personal priorities. Despite a challenging 2024-2025 season, with no Premier League goals yet and an assault by a Manchester United fan at Old Trafford last month, Grealish remains a fan favorite for his flair and relatability. His new trimmed hairstyle, drawing comparisons to Orlando Bloom, has only added to his off-field buzz. “Rod is a huge football fan, and so was only too happy to lay on a VIP experience for Jack and his gang,” the insider added, highlighting the mutual respect between the two icons.
Social media lit up with fans praising Grealish’s generosity and down-to-earth nature. Posts captured him dancing and singing, with one fan tweeting, “Jack Grealish living his best life with his family at Rod Stewart’s gig—proper legend!” The trip also echoed Grealish’s history of grand gestures, like when Kevin paraded Jack’s 2023 Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League medals at a Solihull social club, joking about City’s £47,000 celebration tab. For Kevin, a former plasterer turned football agency worker, the weekend was another proud chapter in his son’s journey. “Since Saturday night I’ve woken up every day with a big daft grin on my face,” he once said after City’s Treble, a sentiment likely echoed in Dortmund.
As Grealish returns to Manchester City’s grind, chasing his first goal of the season, the Dortmund adventure underscores his knack for making moments count. From the pitch to the concert hall, he’s proving that whether he’s dodging defenders or serenading with Stewart’s hits, he’s always playing for the people who matter most—his family.
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