Melanie Griffith Don’t words hurt, especially when it comes to your daughter Dakota Johnsonlove life When asked what she thinks of Dakota’s new relationship with singer Role Model (Tucker Pillsbury), Melanie said, “Awesome.” That’s right. One word, but it says a lot.
Melanie Griffith’s one-word reaction to her daughter’s relationship: What happened?
His relationship with Role Model Dakota Johnson is already getting a lot of attention, especially since the beginning of 2026. And now, the mother of the ‘Materialists’ star has also joined the conversation.And as a result, the daughter got her mother’s seal of approval!So what really happened?Melanie Griffith has already met her daughter Dakota’s man. And not only did he know her, but she also liked him. E! New, on New Year’s, Dakota threw a party, and the couple seemed to be glued to each other. Melanie was there too, thoroughly enjoying the mix with Tucker. Later, when someone asked her about the relationship, Melanie cut it short: “Awesome.”This suits her style, as she has always been right to support Dakota, both on and off screen. And to clear up any doubt, Melanie added: “Of course [they] do,” when asked if the couple had his approval.
Dakota Johnson and Role Model: An Inside Look at Their Romance
Now, about Dakota and Role Model, they didn’t exactly announce their romance to the world. According to the outlet, it kind of spread, with fans joining together. Dakota, 36, and Tucker, 28, first caught eyes in December after a low-key dinner with friends. Next thing you know, they’re holding hands in LA, hiding nothing. Then, in March, they appeared together on Paul McCartney’s farewell tour, in the middle of a crowd full of Taylor Swift, Margot Robbie and Olivia Rodrigo. They haven’t said anything official yet, but it’s pretty clear that something real is going on. People around Dakota say he is in no rush and is taking things at his own pace.This all comes after Dakota’s long run with Chris Martin. They started dating in 2017 and have been dating for almost eight years. As reported, they were even engaged for a while. But it ended last June. Sources attributed different lifestyles and ideas about the future. The breakup was a big deal for Dakota, but those around her say she’s lighter and more relaxed now. The thing with Role Model seems like something new: a new beginning.As for the Role Model, his real name is Tucker Pillsbury, he’s not just “Dakota’s boyfriend”. He is an American singer-songwriter who has carved out a space with raw and emotional pop songs. Songs like ‘Sally, When the Wine Runs Out’ have built a loyal following, mostly from younger listeners. Dating Dakota has definitely brought him more attention, but he’s not exactly new to the spotlight.
