Larry Birkhead recently marked a special milestone by celebrating his daughter Dannielynn’s 20th birthday. On September 7, he shared a video collage on Instagram featuring rare photos, capturing both the past and present moments of his daughter. With ‘Happy Birthday’ by Lenny Kravitz as the soundtrack, Larry expressed his love with a heartfelt caption stating, ‘Happy 20th Birthday Dannielynn!❤️ Love, Dad ❤️.’

The collage includes an array of images, ranging from recent shots to those from Dannielynn’s childhood. One picture shows her sitting gracefully on steps, sporting a chic black outfit paired with black sunglasses. Another photo in the series portrays Dannielynn with a radiant smile, sporting short red hair. The collection then takes a nostalgic turn, featuring a young Dannielynn in a one-piece bathing suit, exuding joy.

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The final image in the video reveals a touching moment with Dannielynn dressed in a pink tutu, embracing her father with a beaming smile. This image emphasizes the close bond between father and daughter.

Larry Birkhead, who has been the primary caregiver for Dannielynn since the passing of her mother, Anna Nicole Smith, in 2007, cherishes these moments. The couple had met at the Kentucky Derby in 2004, and their daughter was born in 2006. Since Smith’s death, Birkhead has chosen to raise Dannielynn away from the public eye.

Despite their private lifestyle, attending the Kentucky Derby annually has become a meaningful tradition for the pair. They’ve been part of the event every year since Dannielynn was three. In a conversation with Fox News Digital, Larry explained the significance of this tradition, connecting it to memories of Anna Nicole Smith and the creation of new ones with his daughter.

“It’s kind of been a tradition that we would go every year,” he mentioned in May 2022. “That’s where I met Anna Nicole Smith. And it’s something that I’ve taken my daughter back every year since she’s been old enough to understand.”

Larry added that attending the Kentucky Derby is not just about revisiting old stories but also about creating new ones and witnessing Dannielynn’s growth. It is one of the rare occasions when she is seen in public, as Larry prefers to keep her away from the spotlight.

Janelle Ash, an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital, continues to provide in-depth reporting and storytelling on Hollywood and celebrity culture.