Dakota Johnson's Quick Rise to Fame

Industry Starlet

Despite her young age, Dakota Johnson has already made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. The 23-year-old actress has starred in a number of successful films and television shows, including "The Social Network," "21 Jump Street," and "50 Shades of Grey." Her breakout role came in the 2015 film "Fifty Shades of Grey," in which she played the lead role of Anastasia Steele. The film was a huge commercial success, grossing over $570 million worldwide.

Early Life and Career

Dakota Johnson was born in Austin, Texas, on October 4, 1989. She is the daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith. Johnson began her acting career at a young age, appearing in small roles in films such as "Crazy in Alabama" (1999) and "The Benchwarmers" (2006). She made her television debut in the short-lived series "Ben and Kate" (2012-2013).

Breakthrough Role

Johnson's breakthrough role came in the 2015 film "Fifty Shades of Grey." The film was a huge commercial success, grossing over $570 million worldwide. Johnson's performance in the film was praised by critics, and she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama.

Continued Success

Since the success of "Fifty Shades of Grey," Johnson has continued to star in a number of successful films, including "How to Be Single" (2016), "Suspiria" (2018), and "The Peanut Butter Falcon" (2019). She is also set to star in the upcoming film "The Lost Daughter" (2021).