This heartwarming family moment exuded fifty shades of endearing charm. Melanie Griffith graced the red carpet in dazzling fashion alongside her daughter, Dakota Johnson, whom she shares with her ex, Don Johnson, at the Los Angeles premiere of the film Splitsville. Dakota stars opposite Adria Arjona in this flick, marking her return to the limelight after her notable role in Fifty Shades of Grey.
On August 19, Melanie stole the show in a chic, tailored white double-breasted blazer and coordinating wide-leg pants. Her blonde locks were elegantly styled in a chic updo, while she kept things cozy with a pair of beige sneakers. Dakota, on the other hand, turned heads in a breathtaking metallic silver strapless Gucci gown, her arm draped affectionately around her mother's shoulders as they beamed for the cameras. The 35-year-old opted for a sleek, straight hairstyle and a nude lip color, completing her enchanting ensemble.
This adorable mother-daughter moment marked a rare public appearance for the duo, who last posed together at the Boat Rocker & TeaTime Pictures screening of Slip in 2023. Though Dakota and Melanie—who also shares son Alexander Bauer, 39, with ex Steven Bauer, and daughter Stella Banderas, 28, with ex Antonio Banderas—might not frequently step out together for events, their bond remains unshaken.
In fact, Dakota recently opened up about how her parents were her pillar of support when she first embarked on her Hollywood journey. "There were times when I'd go to the market with an empty bank account or struggle to pay rent," she recounted in a May interview with People, referring to the years preceding her breakthrough role in 2015's Fifty Shades of Grey. "I'm incredibly grateful for having parents who were there for me during those tough times."
The Madame Web actress also noted that their support came after years of them cautioning her against entering the challenging industry—advice she fully understands and respects. As she shared with W Magazine in 2022, "I got it. They wanted me to enjoy as much of a childhood as possible."
