Melanie Griffith isn’t one to mince words, especially when it comes to her daughter Dakota Johnson’s love life. When asked what she thought of Dakota’s new relationship with the model singer (aka Tucker Pillsbury), Melanie just said, “Awesome.”
That’s it. One word, but it says a lot.
Melanie Griffith’s one-word reaction to her daughter’s affair: What happened?
Dakota Johnson’s relationship with her role model is already gaining a lot of attention, especially since early 2026. And now, the “Materialists” star’s mother has joined the conversation as well.As it turns out, the daughter got her mother’s stamp of approval!So, what really happened?It turns out that Melanie Griffith has already met her daughter’s man, Dakota. Not only did she meet him, she loved him.
For every e! News, over New Year’s, Dakota hosted a party, and the couple seemed glued to each other. Melanie was there too, and is said to be quite comfortable with Tucker in the mix. Later, when someone asked her about the relationship, Melanie kept it short: “Awesome.”This actually suits her style, as she’s always been vocal about supporting Dakota, both on and off screen. To remove any doubt, Melanie added: “Of course [they] I do,” when asked if the couple had her approval.
Dakota Johnson and Role Model: A Peek into Their Romantic Relationship
Now, regarding Dakota and Role Model, they haven’t exactly announced their romance to the world. According to the outlet, it’s kind of been revealed, with fans piecing it together. Dakota, 36, and Tucker, 28, first raised eyebrows in December after a simple dinner with friends. Next thing you know, they’re holding hands in Los Angeles, and they’re not exactly hiding anything. Then in March, they appeared together on Paul McCartney’s farewell tour to a crowd filled with Taylor Swift, Margot Robbie and Olivia Rodrigo.
They haven’t said anything official yet, but it’s pretty clear there’s something real going on. People close to Dakota say she is in no rush and takes things at her own pace.All of this comes after Dakota’s long run with Chris Martin. They started dating in 2017 and continued to do so for about eight years. They were reportedly engaged for a while. But the matter ended last June. Sources blamed different lifestyles and ideas about the future.
The breakup was a big deal for Dakota, but people around her say she’s lighter now and more at peace. Working with a “role model” feels like something new: a fresh start.As for the role model, whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury, he’s not just “Dakota’s boyfriend.” He is an American singer and songwriter who has made a space for himself with raw and emotional pop songs. Tracks like “Sally, When the Wine Runs Out” have built him a loyal fan base, mostly younger listeners. Dating Dakota has certainly brought him more attention, but he’s not exactly new to the spotlight.
