Alexander Bauer is an American celebrity child and businessman from the United States. He is famous for being the only child of Melanie Griffith and Steven Bauer. Alexander Bauer’s parents are well-known personalities in the entertainment industry.
His mother is a renowned actress known for her roles in movies and TV shows such as “The Pirates of Somalia.” Similarly, his dad is an actor famous for portraying Manny Ribera in the 1983 film “Scarface.”
Alexander’s parents divorced when he was roughly five years old after being together for nearly eight years. However, they both committed to raising him right to be an all-round man. In addition, his parent’s fame and success set the pace for him to nurture an entertainment career.
However, he chose a slightly different path, gaining him media attention. Here’s everything we know about Melanie Griffith and Steve Bauer’s son.
Who Is Alexander Bauer?
Melanie Griffith’s son was born in Los Angeles, California, on August 22, 1985. He is an American national of mixed heritage, thanks to his parents. Alexander Bauer has Cuban, Basque, Spanish, Colombian, Corsican Italian, and Ashkenazi Jewish roots from his father’s side. In addition, he has Swedish, Welsh, German, Norwegian, Irish, and Scottish roots from his mother’s side.
Despite being a celebrity child, most details about his upbringing are private. Consequently, there is no information regarding his elementary and high school education. Although online reports suggest he pursued further education at the University, his course of study is still being determined. In addition, Alexander Bauer practices Christianity.
What Does Alexander Bauer Do for a Living?
Although Alexander was born to parents who adored the entertainment industry, he did not follow in their footsteps as an actor. He chose a slightly different entertainment career path, away from the screen. Unlike his parents, whose faces have graced the screens in numerous roles, Alexander Bauer works behind the cameras away from prying eyes.
Melanie Griffith and Steven Bauer’s son is a producer and is more involved in the off-the-screen roles in movie productions. In addition, he has worked as a cinematographer and co-writer in films such as “Kazoo’s on First?” (2013). He has also worked in the camera department in the 2015 films “This Loneliness” and “Holding.”
Aside from his career in the entertainment industry, the celebrity child has also established himself as an entrepreneur. However, he has not shared much information about his business enterprises with the media.
What Happened to Melanie Griffith and Steven Bauer?
According to reports, the stunning actress met her ex-husband while filming the made-for-television movie “She’s in the Army Now” in 1981. Griffith appeared as a Women’s Army Corps recruit with Jamie Lee Curtis and Steven Bauer. Shortly after completing the film, Griffith and Steven married in 1981. Although their marriage was the first for Steven, it was the second for Griffith, who was previously married to Don Johnson.
After eight years together, Alexander Bauer’s parents parted ways in 1989, when their son was only four years old, for unknown reasons. Two years after his divorce from Griffith, Steven Bauer married Ingrid Anderson in 1991. Similarly, the talented actress found love again and married Antonio Banderas in 1996.
How Many Siblings Does Alexander Bauer Have?
While Alexander Griffith Bauer is the only child his parents had together, he has half-siblings, Dakota Johnson, Dylan Bauer, and Stella Banderas, from his parent’s other marriages. Dakota Johnson is his older half-sister from his mother’s marriage to actor Don Johnson.
Dakota was born on October 4, 1989; she is an American actress and producer. She made her film debut at age ten with a minor role in the dark comedy film “Crazy in Alabama” (1999) alongside her mother. She is famous for her outstanding performance in the “Fifty Shades” franchise.
Stella del Carmen Banderas was born on September 24, 1996, from his mother’s marriage to Spanish actor and director Antonio Banderas. Although there is little information about Stella, reports suggest she appeared onscreen with Griffith in Antonio’s directorial debut “Crazy in Alabama” (1999).
Last but not least is Dylan Dean Steven Bauer. He was born on May 14, 1990, from Alexander’s father’s marriage to Ingrid Anderson. Like Stella, there is little information about Dylan.
Does Melanie Griffith’s Son Have a Good Relationship With His Mom?
Alexander Bauer has a good relationship with his mother and previously appeared publicly with Griffith. In 2013, the mother and son were captured leaving Beverly Hills’ organic restaurant, Real Food Daily. While walking side-by-side, the duo were smiling and casually conversing.
In addition, Griffith and her son also walked the streets of Los Angeles the following year on what appeared to be a mother-son shopping day. Although Alexander Bauer has fewer sightings, he sometimes appears on his mom’s Instagram.
Is Alexander Bauer in a Relationship?
Due to his stringently private lifestyle, there are no details regarding his relationship status. Considering his age, reports suggest he has been in a relationship or two.
Like Jane Fonda’s daughter, Vanessa Vadim, Alexander Bauer lives away from the limelight and keeps his relationship private. The celebrity child lives a life of luxury with his income and parents’ fortune.