Oscar Dates: It’s a Family Affair
Dakota Johnson and Melanie Griffith at the 2015 Oscars
On Oscar night, Hollywood stars often bring a significant other as their date, but this year many opted to bring their moms, dads, and daughters to the big event, making it a true family affair.
“50 Shades of Grey” actress Dakota Johnson comes from a long line of actresses—her grandmother is “The Birds” star Tippi Hedren. For her big night, Johnson had her mom, Melanie Griffith on her arm.
Patricia Arquette and Rosanna Arquette at the 2015 Oscars
“Boyhood” star Patricia Arquette had her older sister, actress Rosanna Arquette, in tow on the red carpet. Rosanna won a BAFTA and was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in 1985’s "Desperately Seeking Susan.”
Patricia Arquette and Harlow Olivia Calliope at the 2015 Oscars
Also on hand was Patricia’s daughter, Harlow Olivia Calliope. With a best supporting actress nomination, she looked happy to have so much support for this important evening.
Laura Dern and Bruce Dern at the 2015 Oscars
Best supporting actress nominee Laura Dern brought her father, Bruce Dern, as her date for her nod in “Wild.”
Emma Stone and her mother at the 2015 Oscars
The “Birdman” actress brought her mom as her date to support her for her best actress nod. The natural blonde has said in the past she dyed her hair red to look like her mother. No matter her hair color, the resemblance is uncanny.
Michael Keaton and his mother, Leona, at the 2015 Oscars
After making a comeback in “Birdman,” Michael Keaton has spent many nights on the award show circuit. This time around, he had his mother, Leona, by his side.
Bradley Cooper and his mother at the 2015 Oscars
Bradley Cooper promised his mom, Gloria Campano, long ago that he’d bring her as his date to the Oscars should he attend, and he stuck to his word. His girlfriend Suki Waterhouse had to sit this one out.
