Melanie Griffith is wholeheartedly embracing Dakota Johnson's new leading man. The Working Girl actress has made it abundantly clear in her thoughts about her daughter's relationship with Role Model. As the couple's budding romance continues to blossom, the 68-year-old Griffith offered a single word to encapsulate the Fifty Shades of Grey star's connection with the "Sally, When the Wine Runs Out" singer (real name Tucker Pillsbury): "Fabulous." When asked if the couple had her official seal of approval, Melanie added, "Of course [they] do."
The romance between Dakota, 36, and Role Model, 28, first sparked rumors in December after they were spotted cozying up during a dinner outing with friends. The following month, the two stepped out once again for a PDA-filled date night in Los Angeles, leaving a trail of hand-holding hearts. Their connection appeared to be going strong as they attended the LA stop of Paul McCartney's farewell tour on March 28, with stars like Taylor Swift, Margot Robbie, and Olivia Rodrigo also in attendance.
Prior to her romance with Role Model, Dakota was in a lengthy relationship with Chris Martin, sparking speculation of a romance in 2017. While the Material Girls actress eventually got engaged to the Coldplay frontman, they ultimately parted ways last year. Meanwhile, Role Model previously dated Emma Chamberlain from 2020 to 2023, with the "Look at That Woman" singer citing a desire to return to his home state of Maine as a major factor in their split.
"That was the biggest thing—I just became the most homesick I've been in my life," he explained on the Zach Sang Show in 2024. "I just wanted to go home and be with my friends and family and have some normalcy. I think that would be very confusing for the other person. Like, 'Why are you running away from me?'"
Overall, Melanie Griffith's endorsement of Dakota's new relationship adds a touch of warmth and excitement to their burgeoning love story, which continues to captivate the hearts of fans everywhere.
