Over the weekend, Stella Banderas, daughter of Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith, officially tied the knot with her longtime love Alex Gruszynski in a dreamy Spanish wedding.
The romantic celebration marked the next chapter for the couple, who have known each other since childhood and became engaged just over a year ago.
Proud Parents Toast the Newlyweds
Antonio Banderas, 65, was all smiles as he raised a glass to honor his daughter’s milestone.
The actor looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo paired with a crisp white shirt and black bowtie, enjoying the sunset and mingling with guests at what appeared to be a picturesque winery setting.
Melanie Griffith, also in attendance, beamed with pride alongside her ex-husband, highlighting the strong bond the former couple has maintained since their divorce in 2015.
A Love Story Years in the Making
Stella, 29, and Alex’s romance has been decades in the making.
The couple grew up together and officially announced their engagement in August 2024.
Stella shared the happy news on social media, showcasing her sparkling diamond ring and writing, “I get to hang out with my favorite person on earth forever!!!!!!!!” Her mother Melanie quickly commented, gushing, “I love you both sooooo much!! Congratulations again!!!
Celebrating a Fairy-Tale Proposal
Melanie also shared her own heartfelt post about the engagement, recounting the special proposal: “He asked… on bended knee… she said yes Stella and Alex are engaged to be married .”
She added a touching note about their long-standing love story, saying, “Their love story began in pre-school! True love, deep love! Congratulations to the beloveds!!! .”
A Joyful Family Moment
The wedding weekend was a celebration not only of the couple’s love but also of family unity.
Antonio and Melanie’s presence highlighted the enduring friendship between the former spouses, and their shared joy was evident as they toasted and laughed alongside guests.
With the sun setting over the Spanish vineyard, Stella and Alex began their married life surrounded by friends, family, and memories that stretch back to their earliest years together.