A 2017 photograph of Andy Burnham with his family has gained renewed attention online, with social media users focusing on the significant height difference between the politician and his son, Jimmy.
The image, taken after Burnham won the Greater Manchester mayoral election, shows Jimmy standing head and shoulders above his father. The resurfacing of this photo has led to comparisons with other public figures whose children are notably taller than them, a phenomenon some have dubbed the 'giant son' trend.
Jimmy Burnham, now 26, is believed to be several inches taller than his father, who is approximately 5'8". This has prompted online discussions and jokes, with some users comparing him to other tall sons of notable figures, including Barron Trump.
The trend gained earlier traction with images of Gary Barlow's son, Daniel, and Bear Grylls' son, Marmaduke, who also significantly tower over their respective fathers. Kendall Jenner has also been noted for being shorter than her mother, Kris Jenner.
Jimmy Burnham, who works as an International Policy Officer for the Royal College of Nursing, earned a bachelor's degree in history from University College London. His previous roles include a caseworker for the Labour Party and a position at Green.TV Media. He is the eldest of Andy Burnham's three children with his wife, Marie-France van Heel. The couple also have two daughters, Rosie and Annie.