Dakota Johnson is the daughter of Melanie Griffith and her first ex-husband, Don Johnson. Melanie also has a son, Alexander Bauer, from her second marriage to Steven Bauer, and a daughter, Stella, with her third ex-husband, Antonio Banderas.
In 2020, Antonio spoke about his divorce from Melanie, which occurred in 2015 after nearly 20 years together.
Despite their separation, he described Melanie as his best friend and emphasized his lasting love for her, calling her his family. During their marriage, Antonio played a key role in raising Melanie’s children, including Dakota.
Although Antonio is not Dakota’s biological father, he has always treated her like his own daughter.
Their bond remains strong despite the divorce, and Antonio spoke emotionally about their connection during a 2022 interview. He shared that Dakota called him “Paponio,” a blend of the Spanish word for “daddy” and his name.
In 2019, Dakota honored Antonio with the Hollywood Actor Award, delivering a heartfelt speech that touched him deeply. She spoke fondly of him, recalling his humor and the love he had for her mother and siblings.
She also praised his nearly 40-year collaboration with filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar, calling Antonio’s performance in *Dolory Gloria* his best.
Dakota’s words moved many viewers, with some even sharing how emotional they felt watching the tribute.
