Tippi Hedren: Hollywood Icon Turned Wildlife Warrior. A star who chose passion over fame.
Like mother, like daughter — and like granddaughters, too! The legendary Tippi Hedren shared a beautiful, multigenerational fashion moment with her daughter, actress Melanie Griffith, and her granddaughters, Dakota Johnson and Stella Banderas, at the ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards in 2015. The four stunning women, all blonde and elegant, looked striking as they walked the red carpet together, showing that beauty, grace, and style clearly run in the family.
Tippi Hedren, who began her career as a fashion model, was known for her classic looks and strong screen presence. Her life took a dramatic turn when she was discovered by the iconic filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, who gave her a starring role in his 1963 psychological thriller, The Birds. The film became a massive success and cemented Tippi’s place in cinematic history.
Before breaking into film, Tippi had a successful modeling career in the 1950s and early 1960s, appearing in numerous magazines and advertisements. Her transition from modeling to acting was seamless, thanks in part to her poise and charisma in front of the camera — qualities that she would pass down to the next generations of her family.
Over the years, Tippi has also made headlines for her personal life, including her marriages and her close relationships with her family.
Despite the challenges of fame and life in the public eye, she remained a strong figure and role model for her daughter and granddaughters.
In recognition of her work, Tippi won a Golden Globe Award, a testament to her talent and contributions to the world of film. Today, she is not only remembered for her iconic performances but also celebrated as the matriarch of a Hollywood dynasty that continues to shine.
