Don Johnson recently marked another year of life and offered fans a unique glimpse into his family life. On Sunday, December 15, as he celebrated his 75th birthday, the Hollywood icon took to Instagram to share a snapshot with all five of his children. Dressed in holiday cheer on a staircase, Johnson looked festive with a fedora, scarf, and coat.
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Birthday Celebration on Instagram
The caption was filled with dad pride as he wrote, "My Kids are my Everything!!! Happy Birthday to me!!!". His wife, Kelley Phleger, stood by his side in a black dress with an embroidered collar. Their three younger children - Grace, 24, Jasper, 22, and Deacon, 18 - were also present. Additionally, Johnson's older children joined the fun. Dakota, 35, whom he shares with ex-wife Melanie Griffith, and Jesse, 42, from his relationship with Patti D'Arbanville, were there. Rounding out the group was Alexander Bauer, 38, who Griffith shares with actor Steven Bauer. Johnson officially adopted Alexander during his marriage to the Working Girl actress between 1989 and 1996. Stella Banderas, 27, Griffith's daughter with ex-husband Antonio Banderas, was also part of the celebration.After the post went live on social media, fans quickly responded in the comments section. One person wrote, "What a beautiful picture of a beautiful family! Thank you for sharing it with us! Happy Birthday." Another pointed out, "75 never looked so good." A third chimed in, "Happy birthday Don. My acting HERO since 1984." And yet another cheered, "HAPPY SWEET 75!".Reflections on Parenthood and Career
Johnson, who has been in the spotlight for over 50 years, has always been open about the joys and challenges of parenthood. In an interview with People in September, the '80s heartthrob reflected on life as an empty-nester after his youngest left for college. He admitted, "Now that they're all out of the house, it's sad. But they all come back. They never really leave. And honestly, you don't want them to leave."He also shared how his career priorities have changed over the years, allowing him more time for his family. "I'm at a place now where I can pick and choose," he told the outlet. "I still like doing what I do, and I still get the same joy out of it, but I just don't want to work those long hours and be away from my family."Lasting Bond with Wife Kelley Phleger
The Golden Globe winner and his wife, Kelley Phleger, have been together for over two decades. When asked about their enduring relationship, Johnson told Parade in May 2023, "Obviously, she's a saint." Reflecting on advice from Bob Dylan, he added, "Love is about kindness, trust, and respect… and that's the embodiment of Kelley."