Melanie Griffith was born into fame because her mother is the famous actress Tippi Hedren. She had a strange childhood. She grew up with a pet cat named Neil and saw the good and bad of Hollywood.
Melanie started playing when she was 14 years old. She met her first love, Don Johnson, on the set. They got married in 1976, even though they were eight years apart in age, but they split up six months later. Years later, they get back together and have a daughter named Dakota Johnson.
Through movies like “Joyride,” “Night Moves,” and “Working Girl,” Melanie’s career took off in the 1970s and 1980s. These roles earned her a nod for an Academy Award. She was married to Steven Bauer and Don Johnson, but both of their marriages ended in divorce.
Daughter Dakota did what her parents did and got parts in “Fifty Shades of Grey” and “The Social Network.” At age 65, Melanie puts her family first and writes her autobiography, in which she talks about the highs and lows of her life.
Melanie had non-Hodgkin’s cancer and then a malignant cell removal in 2010. She is open about her experiences and works to raise awareness about cancer and help Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Melanie stays strong and kind through hard times, making a lasting impression on Hollywood. Her story shows how to be strong and keep going even when things get hard.
