Let me tell you a story about a guy who’s been around the block a few times. Don Johnson, a Hollywood legend since 1970, has lived through some of the wildest, craziest, and most intense times this industry has ever seen. And believe me, he’s grateful just to have made it out the other side in one piece.
“I’m thrilled to have survived it all,” Don, now 69, says with a reflective smile during an interview with The Mirror. “A lot of folks don’t make it that far.”
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Now, here's the thing about Don: he wasn’t your typical Hollywood partier. Sure, he knew how to let loose when the cameras stopped rolling, but he kept his focus sharp while on set. “I never touched a drop of alcohol or any kind of drugs while I was working,” he recalls with a chuckle. “But, let me tell you, once they yelled ‘wrap,’ I was ready to set world records for partying. I knew how to live it up.”
But here’s the kicker: even with all the glitz, glamour, and good times, something was missing. Despite having everything the world could offer, Don still felt deeply unhappy. “I was so incredibly unhappy back then,” he admits candidly. “It wasn’t until later in life that things started to shift for me.”
How Don Found Peace in Later Life
Fast forward to today, and Don is thriving. He’s found a sense of peace and contentment that eluded him for so long—and a big part of that comes from his spiritual journey. “We’re all on a path, searching for meaning,” he explains thoughtfully. “Buddha once said, ‘You won’t find enlightenment lying around on the beach. You’ve got to crack open a lot of oysters to find that pearl.’ And let me tell you, I’ve cracked plenty of oysters. I’ve broken nails, suffered bloody noses, and learned some hard lessons along the way.”
From Turmoil to Triumph
This isn’t the first time Don has opened up about his personal struggles. Back in the day, his childhood was far from ideal. “I had one of those childhoods that would give you nightmares,” he reveals in an interview with Observer New Review. “My parents split when I was 12, and I was the oldest. Not only did I deal with abuse, but I also had to fend for myself after leaving home at 16. It was tough, but it built character.”
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Family Ties and Love Today
Thankfully, Don’s life now is filled with love and joy. He’s married to kindergarten teacher Kelley Phleger, and together they have three beautiful kids: Grace, 19; Jasper, 17; and Deacon, 13. Plus, he cherishes his relationships with son Jesse from his time with Patti D’Arbanville and Dakota Johnson, his daughter with ex-wife Melanie Griffith.
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