In popular media, Abuela de Trunks has been cited as a case study in and “intergenerational fandom,” appearing in reaction compilations, podcast discussions, and meme aggregators. While not a mainstream celebrity, the persona holds significant sway within Latin American and Hispanic anime communities on the internet.

In the Dragon Ball universe, Trunks actually has two grandmothers, though only one is a recurring presence in the franchise's entertainment history: