Antonio Banderas had a heartwarming reunion with his stepdaughter Dakota Johnson in Malaga, Spain. Dakota recently visited Antonio at his theatre company in Málaga, the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank, where they shared a special moment together. The Puss in Boots star took to Instagram to share a gallery of their joyful reunion, captioning it ‘Happiness: Dakota in Malaga!’
The stepfather-daughter duo looked radiant as they posed together, showcasing their close bond. Dakota, the daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson, joined Antonio on stage with his company members, creating a memorable experience for both of them. Antonio affectionately refers to Dakota as ‘Papi’ and has expressed how important she is in his life.
Antonio’s relationship with Dakota is not the only strong bond he maintains. Despite his split from Melanie Griffith in 2014, the two have remained close. At a screening of Antonio’s movie ‘Pain & Glory’ in 2019, Melanie praised him on stage, highlighting the impact he has had on her and their family. Antonio reciprocated the sentiment, referring to Melanie as his ‘best friend’ and expressing his enduring love for her.
The reunion between Antonio Banderas and Dakota Johnson serves as a heartwarming reminder of the enduring connections that family can bring, even in the face of life’s changes and challenges.