Laura Leighton Becomes Grandma Again
New grandmother Laura Leighton shares adorable snapshot of baby Grayson spreading joy among fans
Image: Instagram
Veteran actress Laura Leighton surprised her followers this week when she shared the sweetest family update yet. On her Instagram feed, the Melrose Place alum introduced her perfect grandson, Grayson, donning what she playfully called her “Nana hat” once more.
Nana Duties Take Center Stage
Leighton’s post opens with pure delight:
“Wearing my Nana hat again, this time for my perfect grandson! 😊Sweet baby Grayson. Sweet smooshiness. ❤️”
The snapshot shows the 55-year-old star cradling a swaddled infant in a cozy nursery, her face alight with grandmotherly pride. Within hours, fans flooded the comments with congratulations and heart emojis, celebrating her expanding family circle.
From Melrose Place To Modern Nana
Long before her latest role as doting grandmother, Leighton built her career on primetime drama. Born July 24, 1968, in Iowa City, Iowa, she broke through in 1992 as Sydney Andrews on Fox’s Melrose Place. The character’s cunning charm and tragic fate made Leighton a household name through the series’ original run (1992–1997) and again during its brief 2009 revival.
Beyond the 90s, she has appeared in shows like Pretty Little Liars, where she played Ashley Marin, and guest-starred on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and 911. Her ability to move between soap opera intrigue and modern thrillers has kept her in demand for decades.
Balancing Career And Family
While fans know Leighton for her on-screen roles, she’s equally committed to her off-camera life. In April 2021, she took followers behind the scenes of her #StillThePlace podcast in an Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DKFkr3hyxLm/). There, she shared a 1997 polaroid with costumer Denise Wingate and invited listeners to hear insider stories from Melrose Place’s wardrobe department.
That blend of professional reflection and personal warmth is now on full display in her granddaughter—and grandson—announcements. Leighton has previously honored her own mother on Mother’s Day, writing “Happy Mother’s Day, to the cutest and best one ever. I love you, Mom! 💕💕” and marking 27 years of marriage with a simple “27 years ago today. ❤️.” Now, her digital scrapbook expands to include a new generation.
Fans of her #StillThePlace reunion episodes will likely spot a new theme: grandmotherhood. Between podcast recordings—where she and co-hosts Daphne Zuniga and Courtney Thorne-Smith dissect 90s hair disasters and on-screen hookups—Leighton is embracing family life with equal gusto.
Social media users have responded with an outpouring of love:
– “Congratulations, Nana Laura! 💖”
– “Welcome to the grandma club, you look so happy!”
– “Sweet smooshiness indeed! 😍”
Even castmates from Melrose Place chimed in, hinting that the entire original ensemble is ready to toast the newest little star.
Leighton’s gentle humor shines through her caption, and her willingness to share private joy on a public platform underscores her connection with fans. From dramatic plot twists in L.A. mansions to soft moments in her living room, she remains a storyteller at heart.
With baby Grayson safe in her arms, Laura Leighton proves you can add a new chapter to a storied career—one filled now with lullabies as well as line readings.
Her Instagram followers are already waiting for the next update, whether it’s a black-and-white throwback from Melrose Place or a full-color baby giggle post. In every frame, Leighton continues to bridge her Hollywood past with the most precious moments of her personal life.
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