Quote by Dominic West

My mum's parents were from Ireland, my dad's mum was American-Irish.

My mum's parents were from Ireland, my dad's mum was America

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This quote highlights the speaker's family background, indicating that their maternal grandparents are Irish, while one grandmother on their father's side is American-Irish. This suggests a mixed ethnic heritage with connections to Ireland and the United States. By mentioning their lineage, the speaker emphasizes the cultural diversity within their family and reveals the multi-generational link to Irish ancestry.

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