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The very best good news stories about family moments, reunions, surprises and more from families across America and beyond.
Grandpa Tears Up When He Learns Great-Granddaughter Is Named After His Mother
A tender hospital reveal shows a baby named after great-grandmother Elsie, leaving her proud grandpa in happy tears during their first meeting.
First-Generation Harvard Graduate Surprises Parents With Commencement Song
A first-generation Harvard graduate surprises parents at commencement with a secret “Para ti Papa” performance honoring their sacrifices.
Nephew Surprises Aunt With New Home After Fire Destroys Everything
After a fire took everything, a loving nephew surprises his aunt with a fully furnished mobile home, handing her the keys as family looks on with happy tears.
Daughter’s Kidney Donor Surprise Brings Dad to Tears
After two sisters weren’t matches, the youngest tested in secret. Watch her kidney donor surprise with a cake tell Dad the news he’d been waiting for.
Soldier Sister Returns From Deployment to Surprise Army Grad With Tap-Out
A soldier sister returns from deployment to surprise her sibling at graduation, tapping out the new Army recruit in an emotional reunion on the parade field.
Mom Adds Teen to Family Tree Tattoo in Emotional Adoption Day Surprise
An adoptive mom marked the moment with an adoption day family tree tattoo, revealing her teen’s name after court in a sweet surprise captured on video.
Paediatrician Grandfather, 96, Listens to Newborn’s Heart at First Hello
A 96-year-old paediatrician grandfather gives his newborn granddaughter a tender first checkup at home, captured on video during their first meeting.
Groom Breaks Down After Stepdaughters’ Wedding Day Adoption Request
During the reception, three sisters turned a toast into a wedding day adoption request for their stepdad, sparking tears, hugs and a forever-family moment.
Daughter Honors Immigrant Dad’s Sacrifices With Dream Truck Surprise
After a 15-year promise, a daughter surprises dad with his dream truck—after faking him out with a toy first—in a tearful reveal honoring his sacrifices.
‘Just in Time’: DNA Test Reunites Son With Father Battling Stage 4 Cancer
A DNA test father-son reunion comes just in time: After 50 years of questions, Glenn meets his biological dad for the first hug at his hospital bedside.