Alright, here's the scoop. Melanie Griffith may not be officially tied to any of her three ex-husbands anymore, but guess what? She's got a relationship with Don Johnson, Steven Bauer, and Antonio Banderas that's better than ever. Whether she's shouting out her love for them on social media or walking the red carpet together as one big happy family, the star of Working Girl has stayed closer than ever to her former flames. And honestly, that's pretty amazing.
First Love: A Short but Sweet Chapter with Don Johnson
Let's take it back to the beginning. Melanie first said "I do" in 1976 when she married fellow actor Don Johnson. It wasn't exactly a long-term thing—just a year later, they went their separate ways. But here's the thing: life doesn't always end with a breakup. Melanie moved on, and so did Don. And while their first marriage didn't last, it set the stage for what would become a lifelong friendship.
A Second Act with Steven Bauer
Fast forward to 1981, and Melanie found herself walking down the aisle again—this time with Lolita star Steven Bauer. Their marriage wasn't just about romance; it was about building a family. In 1985, they welcomed their son, Alexander Bauer, into the world. But by 1989, their paths diverged once again. Still, the bond between Melanie and Steven didn't fade. They remained close, even after the divorce papers were signed.
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Back to Don: A Second Chance at Love
Here's where things get interesting. After her divorce from Steven, Melanie rekindled her romance with Don Johnson. They decided to give love another shot in 1989, and this time, they welcomed their daughter, Dakota Johnson, later that year. But even the strongest relationships have their ups and downs. By 1996, Melanie and Don parted ways for the second time. Yet, despite the split, they've maintained a loving and supportive connection over the years.
Third Time's the Charm: Antonio Banderas
And then there's Antonio Banderas. In 1996, not long after her divorce from Don, Melanie found herself falling in love again. This time, she married the dashing Antonio, and their union was nothing short of magical. In the same year, they welcomed their daughter, Stella Banderas, into the world. For nearly two decades, Melanie and Antonio were a powerhouse couple, but in 2014, they decided to go their separate ways. Still, their love and respect for one another never wavered.
A Family That Stays Together
Now, let's talk about what makes Melanie's story so special. Even though she's been living the single life, she knows she'll always have the love and support of her ex-husbands. Back in July 2020, Melanie took to Instagram to share some throwback photos of her and her former loves, along with heartfelt messages. She captioned a pic from 1984 of her and Steven kissing, "When @thestevenbauer and I were married and madly in love." She also shared a photo from her first marriage to Don in 1976, writing, "Me and DJ the first time we were married. I was 18, he was 26. First love." And let's not forget the stunning snapshot of her and Antonio from 2012, where she wrote, "Last but not least, mi amor Antonio. Besitos."
Love and Life on Her Terms
In a 2018 interview with InStyle, Melanie opened up about her feelings toward her ex-husbands. "All of my husbands, my three husbands—I love them all so much," she gushed. "We're all very close." But when it comes to the idea of marriage, Melanie has a different perspective. "I really don't think it's relevant for anyone anymore," she explained. "But especially if you're 60 and you have four kids and you're living the life you've always wanted. Then why get married?" She went on to say, "It's, like, I would love to fall in love and have a romance, a relationship, but I haven't. I keep looking. I've had a couple of lovers but not a relationship." And honestly, who can blame her? She's living life on her own terms, and that's something to celebrate.
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