Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter, Dannielynn Birkhead, attended the Kentucky Derby with her father, Larry Birkhead. The 17-year-old and her 51-year-old father posed for photos before heading to the racetrack. Dannielynn wore a bright red gown and a coordinating fascinator, while Larry donned a light gray suit and purple tie. Larry mentioned that Dannielynn enjoys getting into the fashion of the Derby and she had a major haircut for the event. Dannielynn also shared that her favorite horse at the Derby was Mystik Dan because of the similarity in name with hers.
Before the Derby, the father-daughter duo attended the Barnstable Brown Gala. Dannielynn wore a long-sleeved black gown with zippers and platform combat boots. Her gown was a vintage piece from a collection previously owned by Janet Jackson. Dannielynn had long blonde hair at the Gala but arrived at the Derby the next day with noticeably shorter locks. The duo posed in their Derby fashion outfits and Larry shared photos on Instagram, mentioning Dannielynn’s dress was inspired by her favorite character from Kamen Rider OOO TaJaDor combo.
Every year, Dannielynn and Larry attend the Kentucky Derby and the Barnstable-Brown Gala. Larry mentioned that the Gala holds significance for the Birkhead family as he had met Dannielynn’s late mother at the event 20 years earlier. Anna Nicole Smith passed away from a drug overdose in 2007, just five months after Dannielynn was born. Larry, who is a single father, jokingly mentioned that sometimes he feels like a bodyguard and sometimes like a chauffeur, but his main job is being a dad. He believes he has done a good job in raising Dannielynn, who he describes as a normal kid who has adjusted well to the situation.
Dannielynn has been accompanying her father to the Kentucky Derby since she was young. Larry mentioned that Dannielynn enjoys the fashion aspect of the event and often chooses outfits based on characters she likes. He also mentioned that the tradition of attending the Derby and the Gala has become a close bond for them. Larry has shared photos on social media of their outings, including their appearances at the Derby and the Gala. Despite the loss of her mother at a young age, Dannielynn seems to have adapted well to life with her father and their shared traditions.
Larry has been dedicated to raising Dannielynn as a single father since the tragic passing of Anna Nicole Smith. He has focused on providing her with a sense of normalcy and stability in her life. Their annual attendance at the Kentucky Derby and the Barnstable-Brown Gala is a way for them to bond and commemorate the memory of Anna Nicole Smith. Larry’s commitment to being a present and caring father to Dannielynn has been evident in their public appearances and the love he expresses for his daughter. The father-daughter duo continues to create memories together through their shared traditions and special outings.
