Dakota Johnson Allegedly ‘Wants to Postpone’ Wedding to Chris Martin for One Reason
Rumors are circulating around one of Hollywood’s favorite bohemian, ultra-private couple, Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin. Some suggest that the duo has called it quits after seven years together, four of which were spent engaged since 2020. However, insiders reveal that Johnson is simply experiencing “cold feet” about her impending wedding to the Coldplay frontman. And no, it’s not because of Martin’s famous ex, Gwyneth Paltrow.
“Dakota has gotten cold feet. She loves Chris, but she’s still not sure about marriage. She’s seen too many of them end in divorce. Her mother, Melanie Griffith, has been married three times, and her father, Don Johnson, got hitched twice, so she’s hesitant to take the plunge herself. She’s not a runaway bride — she’s just not sure marriage is for her,” an insider told In Touch.
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The concern over marriage truly doesn’t seem rooted in drama with Paltrow, despite what insider gossip might might suggest. “Gwyneth really is trying to take over,” another insider said. “Dakota likes Gwyneth, but her obsession with them getting married is too much. She’s coming up with ideas for the ceremony, color themes, locations, even the guest list. It’s exhausting, and one more reason Dakota wants to postpone the wedding.”
While Paltrow has reportedly been excited about helping her ex and Johnson consciously couple in style, this doesn’t seem to be the driving force behind the Madame Web star’s hesitation to walk down the aisle. She and Paltrow have a more-than-cordial relationship, and they have vacationed together and often host joint family dinners. “They even all hang out as one unit, travel and have big dinners together when they can. It’s a healthy dynamic,” a previous source noted.
And let’s be real, given her parent’s history, it is easy to understand why Johnson want to take some time to figure out if married life is for her. Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson first married in 1976 but divorced six months later. They remarried in 1989, welcomed Dakota that same year, and divorced again in 1996.
So, while Johnson might be holding off on wedding plans for now, it’s clear that the reasons are more personal and thoughtful rather than driven by tabloid drama. As the couple navigates this uncertain phase, fans remain hopeful that the two will find a way to make things work — Goop wedding or not.
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