Antonio Banderas Thrilled Over His Daughter Stella’s Engagement: ‘She’s Happy, I’m Happy’
Antonio Banderas is thrilled about his daughter’s recent engagement! Stella Banderas said yes to Alex Gruszynski, and her father couldn’t be happier. The actor was attending the amfAR Gala in Venice as part of the Venice Film Festival on Sunday, September 1. When asked about Stella’s engagement, Antonio responded, “I feel great! She’s happy, I’m happy.”
He also had kind words for his future son-in-law, describing him as fantastic. “I’ve known him since he was a little kid,” the Babygirl actor shared with the outlet. Antonio was honored at the amfAR Gala along with Richard Gere and film producer Mohammed Al Turki.
The annual gala raises funds for HIV/AIDS research and awareness through ticket sales and auctions. At the event, the Desperado actor received the Global Impact Award. An organization statement praised Antonio for his philanthropic efforts and commitment to the fight against HIV.
Stella, aged 20, announced her engagement on Instagram, sharing childhood photos and expressing her excitement. Her mother, Melanie Griffith, also commented on the post to congratulate the couple.
Melanie shared unseen pictures of the couple, revealing details about their relationship that started in preschool. Stella initially followed in her parents’ footsteps in acting but later shifted to modeling and launching her own beauty brand, Lightbound, in 2021.
In a 2010 interview with PEOPLE, Antonio talked about the special “date night” he has with his daughter every week, where they have dinner together and spend quality time bonding.