How many kids does Don Johnson have? Ages explored as actor takes family picture celebrating his 75th birthday

Actor Don Johnson, who recently celebrated his 75th birthday with his family, took to his Instagram to share a rare picture with his children. On Sunday, December 15, 2024, the Miami Vice star posted a picture of himself with his wife and children, all sitting on a staircase with the caption:

"My Kids are my Everything!!! Happy Birthday to me!!!"

Johnson was joined by his wife, Kelley Phleger, and their three children, Grace, 24, Jasper, 22, and Deacon, 18. The photo also included the actor's two older children from previous partners: daughter Dakota, 35, with ex-wife Melanie Griffith, and son Jesse, 42, with actress Patti D'Arbanville. Johnson is a father to five children.

The picture also featured Dakota's half-brother Alexander Bauer, 39 (Griffith's son with actor Steven Bauer), and half-sister Stella Banderas, 28 (Griffith's daughter with ex Antonio Banderas). Notably, Don Johnson officially adopted Alexander when he was married to Griffith. Stella is often seen with the Johnson family.

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"I just don't want to work those long hours and be away from my family"— Don Johnson about choosing to spend quality time with his family

Don Johnson's ex-wife Melanie Griffith (married for less than a year in 1976 and later between 1989 and 1996) left a comment under his Instagram post, writing:

"How beautiful this is!!! FAMILY is everything. Happy Birthday Don."

Johnson is a singer and actor who rose to fame playing James "Sonny" Crockett on the 1980 show Miami Vice. Some of his acting credits include A Boy and His Dog (1975), Machete (2010), Django Unchained (2012), and Knives Out (2019).

In an interview with People Magazine earlier this year, Johnson admitted that he was "sad" that all his children were "out of the house." He reflected on his thoughts about work-life balance, explaining that movies and TV shows "eat your life." He continued:

"I'm at a place now where I can pick and choose, and that's why I've picked things that are sometimes more supporting roles because 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."

Don Johnson's eldest son, Jesse Wayne Johnson (with then-partner Patti D'Arbanville), was born in December 1982. The actor credited Jesse with helping him battle substance abuse. According to IMDb, Jesse is an actor who has appeared in shows like Nash Bridges, Hawaii Five-0, Twin Peaks, Grey's Anatomy, and NCIS.

His eldest daughter, Dakota Johnson (with then-wife Melanie Griffith), was born in October 1989. She began her career as a model, appearing as a teen model in Teen Vogue and even becoming the Miss Golden Globe, before transitioning to acting. Some of her credits include Crazy in Alabama, The Social Network, 21 Jump Street, and Fifty Shades of Grey.

While married to Griffith, Don Johnson adopted her son with Alexander Bauer, who was born in August 1985. Although Alexander has worked in the entertainment industry, he has primarily taken on technical roles like writing and in the camera department.

Don Johnson married his wife Kelley Phleger in December 1999. Their daughter, Atherton Grace Johnson, was born in December 1999. According to People Magazine, Grace studied photography at the University of Southern California. She is a model, debuting at the Christian Cowan x The Powerpuff Girls show in 2019.

Johnson and Phleger's son, Jasper Breckenridge Johnson, was born in June 2002. Per the publication, Jasper dedicates much of his time to sports, playing basketball. He is currently pursuing a degree in business.

Don Johnson's youngest, Deacon James, was born in April 2006 (the same day as his seventh wedding anniversary with Phleger). Per People, Deacon is interested in music and sports.

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Recently, Don Johnson was seen in Netflix's Rebel Ridge, which is available for streaming on the platform.