father

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The oldest of four siblings, she was appointed first lady by her father during her parents’ bitter public divorce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

In 2021 her father made her a chief of staff in his private bodyguard, giving her the rank of general.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The younger Fujimori differs from her father in notable ways.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Klugo’s parents — Karen, a former tennis player in high school, and his father, a Penn State swimmer — each carried the genes that could lead to hearing loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“Maybe so, Will. But you and your father don’t deserve more hardship.”

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes