Melanie Griffith Turns 68 with Youthful Glow and Family Love

MELANIE GRIFFITH TURNS 68: A STAR-STUDDED CELEBRATION OF YOUTH, FAMILY, AND LOVE

In a night that will be remembered for ages to come, Hollywood legend Melanie Griffith celebrated her 68th birthday in style at her luxurious $3.7 million Hollywood Hills home. The intimate gathering was attended by A-listers, including her daughter Dakota Johnson and mother Tippi Hedren, who looked like a million bucks despite being 95 years young.

The glamorous Working Girl star beamed with pride as she hosted the star-studded party in a stunning black floor-length dress and matching lace opera gloves. Guests couldn't help but notice her youthful energy and radiant glow, which only added to the excitement of the evening.

Among the attendees were Johnson's Materialists co-star Pedro Pascal, who was spotted leaving the party later in the evening looking effortlessly cool in his glasses, baggy grey t-shirt, blue jeans, and baseball hat. Also in attendance were celebrity florist Jeff Leatham and jewelry designer Loree Rodkin, adding a touch of glamour to the already- star-studded event.

But what really caught everyone's attention was the special guest of honor - Hedren, who looked absolutely stunning in her all-black ensemble complete with sunglasses and a chic cherry red boater hat. Johnson gingerly assisted her grandmother down the stairs as they left Griffith's home accompanied by an unnamed man. It was clear that the family was basking in each other's love and adoration.

However, what made this celebration even more poignant was the recent news of Dakota Johnson's split from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. The 35-year-old actress had been with Martin for seven years, but sources close to the couple revealed that they had called it quits earlier this year due to irreconcilable differences.

A source told The Scholarly Note that Johnson held on to the relationship "because she loved him so much and loved his kids so much." However, the same source revealed that Johnson is also reportedly "devastated" to no longer be around Martin's kids. "Breakups aren't instant," the source explained. "They continued to break up and make up, and sometimes things would work when they were away from each other, while they were working because absence makes the heart grow fonder, but then they'd get back together and little things just kept adding up to where they weren't right for each other anymore."

Despite the split, Johnson has been spotted soaking up some rays in Ibiza this summer following the breakup. She was even pictured lounging on a luxury yacht with actress Kate Hudson and former NFL quarterback Tom Brady around the same time.

But what's really got everyone talking is Melanie Griffith's alleged attempts to reunite her daughter with Martin. A source revealed that Griffith believes the break-up is "a huge mistake" and has been working behind the scenes to save their strained relationship.

According to the source, Griffith thinks Johnson needs to meet Martin halfway, and she's convinced that they are meant to be together. "Melanie has always felt a kinship with Chris," the source revealed. "He's like a son to her."

Griffith reportedly doesn't want to seem like a "meddlesome mother" but is instead coming from a place of authentic love for her daughter.

As for Tippi Hedren, it's been a tough year for the 95-year-old actress. In January, representatives confirmed that she had been diagnosed with dementia. However, despite her health struggles, Hedren remains feisty and full of life. Griffith has been very supportive of her mother, sharing a rare photo of them together this summer on Instagram.

Griffith's love for her family is undeniable, and it's clear that she'll stop at nothing to bring her daughter and Martin back together. Whether or not their relationship will be rekindled remains to be seen, but one thing's for sure - Melanie Griffith's 68th birthday celebration was a night to remember.

In related news, Antonio Banderas celebrated his 65th birthday on Sunday with an Instagram post that left fans in awe. "I pause for a moment to smile at the road I've traveled," he wrote. "To surrender gratefully to my present and, defying both mathematics and the passing of time, to congratulate myself for still being young."

Griffith's own love life has been making headlines lately, particularly her rare photo with daughter Stella this summer. The actress is set to narrate the upcoming dramedy By Design and has been keeping busy with various projects.

As for Griffith's personal life, it seems like she's always on the go-go. With a family of four children from three marriages - including Alexander, Dakota, Jesse, and Stella - it's no wonder that she's always surrounded by love and adoration.

So here's to Melanie Griffith on her 68th birthday: may it be just the beginning of many more exciting adventures with her family and loved ones.