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Griffith-Banderas divorce and friendship

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In early August 2026, actress Melanie Griffith explained that her marriage to actor Antonio Banderas ended because she felt personally stagnant, emphasizing that the breakup stemmed from her own issues rather than external factors. Banderas has since reflected on the 2015 divorce, describing his relationship with Griffith as a "very healthy" “very healthy” and sincere friendship that has allowed their daughter, Stella, to thrive. He noted has further characterized Griffith as “one of my best friends,” noting that they maintain honesty with one another and meet whenever he is in Los Angeles. Banderas also praised Griffith as an "unbelievable mother" and highlighted how He emphasized that their amicable respectful separation helped was vital for their children. The two have been seen together publicly, including a dinner in April 2026 and a family photo with Stella and her husband, Alex Gruszynski. Griffith’s other children, including Dakota Johnson and Alexander Bauer, also remain part of Banderas’s extended family. Banderas also touched upon his previous marriage to Ana Leza, which ended in a 1995 divorce involving significant financial settlements. While he expressed past frustration regarding that legal process, he emphasized a general commitment to maintaining respect and parting on good terms with former partners for the sake of family. Regarding his current life, Banderas revealed that he never felt truly at home in Malibu or Hollywood, viewing his time in California as a temporary stage. Following a heart attack in 2017, which served as a turning point that led him to quit smoking, he moved back to his hometown of Málaga, Spain. He currently resides there with his partner, Nicole Kimpel, and operates the Teatro del Soho, stating that returning to his roots has made him happier.

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