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Larry Birkhead has strong opinions about the new Netflix documentary about the late Anna Nicole Smith and mother of his 16-year-old daughter, Dannielynn. In a statement to ET, Birkhead says he declined to participate in the documentary for a number of reasons.«We declined to participate as I did not want my daughter in a overwhelmingly poorly reviewed cesspool of a project about her Mother, where some people were allowed to invent things and rewrite history,» Birkhead said. «I am looking forward to a true definitive Anna Nicole project where her truth can be heard from her own perspective and by those that truly knew her the best and not just another 'wash, rinse and repeat' Anna Nicole project.

Anna Nicole Smith‘s daughter Dannielynn is 17!

beautiful video montage on social media to celebrate his daughter Dannielynn’s 17th birthday on Thursday.The former actor shares his only child with late Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith. “Happy 17th Birthday Dannielynn!” he wrote via Instagram.

Anna Nicole Smith‘s daughter Dannielynn Birkhead is all grown up!

Dannielynn Birkhead proves the saying true, as evidenced by a new photo. On Father's Day, her dad, Larry Birkhead, shared a rare selfie with 16-year-old Dannielynn, the only daughter of Anna Nicole Smith.

The new Netflix doc Anna Nicole Smith: You Don’t Know Me has been making waves with its wild allegations and never-before-seen pics — but is this one detail the most shocking of all? As you know, the documentary premiered

Ever wondered about Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, Dannielynn Birkhead? Here's what we know so far. . . Anna Nicole Smith's sudden death caused mass hysteria among fans back in 2007, but many members of the public are still curious about the intimate details of her life, and Netflix's new documentary, Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know My Story attempts to shed some light.

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Larry Birkhead has some choice words for the new Anna Nicole Smith documentary.

Larry Birkhead says Anna Nicole Smith deserves better, calling Netflix's new documentary about the late model an «overwhelmingly poorly reviewed cesspool of a project.»In a statement to ET, Birkhead says he declined to participate in the documentary because he did not want to expose their daughter, Dannielynn, to a flawed project for a number of reasons. «We declined to participate as I did not want my daughter in a overwhelmingly poorly reviewed cesspool of a project about her Mother, where some people were allowed to invent things and rewrite history,» Birkhead said. «I am looking forward to a true definitive Anna Nicole project where her truth can be heard from her own perspective and by those that truly knew her the best and not just another 'wash, rinse and repeat' Anna Nicole project.

Anna Nicole Smith tragically passed away from an accidental overdose when her daughter Dannielynn was less than six months old.The former Playmate’s sudden death triggered a custody battle over Dannielynn and questions about her paternity were once again raised. At the time of her daughter’s birth, mum Anna Nicole was in a relationship with her former lawyer, Howard K. Stern.

Anna Nicole Smith's life and career is the subject of a new documentary,, currently streaming on Netflix. The doc shows director Ursula Macfarlane's unflinching look back on the late model and actress. According to Netflix, the film offers a «humanizing examination of the life, death and secrets of Vickie Lynn Hogan -- better known as model and actress Anna Nicole Smith.

All of the stars showed up to cheer on their favs at the 2023 Kentucky Derby.

All grown up! Dannielynn Birkhead stunned at the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6, with dad Larry Birkhead by her side.

Dannielynn Birkhead and her father, Larry Birkhead, have arrived for the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky, and she truly looks like royalty.Anna Nicole Smith's 16-year-old daughter and Larry walked the red carpet Saturday at Churchill Downs and showed off their fashion acumen, with Dannielynn opting for a Leo Lin sunflower gown. Larry took to Instagram and shared that, just like she had at the gala on Friday night, Dannielynn wore her late mother's jewelry from her personal connection.But before they headed for the famed race track, Larry also shared that legendary guitarist Richie Sambora «graciously made good on his offer to give Dannielynn a private guitar lesson and spent a ton of time giving her confidence-building tips and master the art of playing the guitar.»Larry went on to call the Bon Jovi guitarist a «great guy» before revealing Dannielynn jammed out to Janet Jackson's «Black Cat.»A post shared by Larry Birkhead (@larryanddannielynn)On Friday, the father-daughter duo attended the the 34th annual Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, where Dannielynn paid tribute to Anna Nicole with a blouse emblazoned with her late mother's photos.

Dannielynn Birkhead's keeping the memory of her late mother, Anna Nicole Smith, alive in the most fitting way possible — by making a fashionable statement.Dannielynn and her father, Larry Birkhead, hit up the 34th annual Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala on Friday night, and all eyes were on Anna Nicole's 16-year-old daughter who donned a blouse featuring photos of Anna Nicole. The mesh top is sold by Guess and, according to, Larry said the photos reflect «some of Anna's best Guess campaigns.»The outlet quoted Larry saying the blouse «came from a Guess collection that sold out and she [Dannielynn] saved it for a special occasion.»Larry took to Instagram and also noted that the jewelry worn by Dannielynn belonged to her late mother.

Anna Nicole Smith's ex Larry Birkhead and the former couple's daughter, Dannielynn, are working together to create their own documentary of the model's life using "never before seen" diaries and footage. The news comes as Netflix released a trailer for "You Don't Know Me," which claims to interview some of Smith's "closest friends." However, Birkhead along with Dannielynn are not involved.

their daughter, 16-year-old Dannielynn Birkhead, refused to work on Netflix’s upcoming bombshell doc on the former Playmate.Birkhead confirmed their non-participation in a statement to The Post, in which he said they are planning their “own special project” for future release.“We aren’t involved in the Anna Nicole Netflix documentary,” Larry told The Post via email, adding that their own venture would be one with which they “can make sure that the people involved are truly connected with Anna and that we have a certain level of control over the way the story is told.”The revelation comes after the streaming giant debuted a trailer for the upcoming documentary, titled “Anna Nicole Smith: You Don’t Know Me,” which is poised to share the tragic life of the late model, who died of an accidental overdose in 2007 at just 39 years old.Larry added that although they do “love Netflix,” he revealed that “it gets tiring” to see projects like this one pop up from time to time.“I just decided to pass on this and do our own project using Anna’s archives that she left behind,” he told The Post. “You can’t get any more definitive than Anna in her own words! So, it was important for me to let Anna tell her own story.”Larry claimed that they “passed” on the Netflix program “after discussions with production over who would and wouldn’t be included.“I had to make that decision after seeing production after production following the same format and using the same people saying they were ‘friends’ with Anna,” he continued.

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn Birkhead was named after her late brother, Daniel Wayne Smith, who tragically passed away in September 2006, aged 20.Dannielynn's late mother, Anna Nicole, wanted to pay tribute to her son by naming her newborn after him - and as a result - changed the original name she had for her.Larry Birkhead opened up about the name change during a rare interview on Larry King Live just after he was given custody of Dannielynn in June 2007 - following the death of Anna Nicole.VIDEO: Larry Birkhead talks being a dad to his and Anna Nicole Smith's daughter DannielynnHe explained: "Dannielynn's original name was going to be Hannah Rose, but when Daniel died Anna decided to change it to Dannielynn both in tribute to him, and Daniel always called Anna 'Mommalynn,' so it also acknowledged his nickname for her."He continued: "Marshall was Anna's married name, but on the birth certificate it was listed as a middle name, so I had it listed as a last name on my petition where I had the birth certificate changed to include my name. I wanted [Dannielynn] to have a piece of her mother's name.

as the photographer broke the news that his mom had died earlier in the month following a battle with lung cancer.READ: How Anna Nicole Smith's daughter paid tribute to her late mom in her 'own special way'Larry took to Instagram earlier in the week to share a photo of himself alongside his late mother as they wrapped their arms around each other during a glitzy event. Larry was dressed for the occasion in a smart shirt, while his late mom oozed glamour in a striking white gown.

Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter, Dannielynn Birkhead, turned 16 on Wednesday. Her father, Larry Birkhead, took to Instagram to celebrate his daughter’s milestone birthday. "Sixteen years ago my beautiful baby was born.That’s if you want to feel really old.

Anna Nicole Smith and Larry Birkhead‘s daughter turns 16 today! Can you believe it?!

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter is celebrating her Sweet 16! Dannielynn Birkhead is marking her milestone birthday on Wednesday and, together with dad Larry Birkhead, sharing exclusive details with Entertainment Tonight. Dannielynn is all smiles in a new photo snapped on her special day, wearing a tie-dye yellow oversized  T-shirt over black fishnet long sleeves, with black pants and platform boots.

Anna Nicole Smith and Larry Birkhead’s daughter, Dannielynn, has reached a sweet milestone! On Wednesday, the proud dad dedicated a special message to his daughter on her 16th birthday.  “Sixteen years ago my beautiful baby was born.

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn was less than a year old when her mom tragically passed away from an accidental drug overdose.MORE: Anna Nicole Smith's teenage daughter looks so grown up in new picturesThe now 15-year-old has been raised by her doting father, Larry Birkhead, who has primarily kept her out of the spotlight.However, in 2012, Dannielynn made a rare public appearance to pay a heartfelt tribute to Anna Nicole.VIDEO: Larry Birkhead talks raising his and Anna Nicole Smith's daughterDannielynn travelled to New York with her father to shoot a campaign for Guess Kids to celebrate Anna Nicole's campaigns for Guess.MORE: How Anna Nicole Smith's daughter remembers her late momMORE: Anna Nicole Smith's daughter beams as dad Larry Birkhead makes her dreams come trueAt the time, Larry told Good Morning America: "Dannielynn has always looked up to her mom's image and ... I think that this is kind of Dannielynn's way of paying tribute to her mom in her own special way."Dannielynn recently made headlines after being pictured with her dad at Janet Jackson's concert.

Dannielynn and father Larry Birkhead enjoyed some quality time this weekend. Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter, 15, and Larry attended Janet Jackson’s concert in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the pair even enjoyed time backstage with Jackson. "Heading out to Dannielynn's second Janet Jackson concert (my millionth) in Cincinnati as we sit here arguing which one of us is the bigger Janet fan," Larry wrote on Instagram.

Anna Nicole Smith tragically died in 2007, leaving behind her baby daughter Dannielynn.MORE: Anna Nicole Smith's teenage daughter looks so grown up in new picturesThe actress shared Dannielynn with Larry Birkhead, who has raised the now 15-year-old out of the spotlight.However, there have been several occasions where the proud father has shared photos of his daughter on social media, including over the weekend at a Janet Jackson concert.VIDEO: Larry Birkhead talks about raising daughter following Anna Nicole Smith's passingThe pair were also photographed at the annual Kentucky Derby in May - an event that has a bittersweet meaning for the pair.MORE: Anna Nicole Smith's daughter beams as dad Larry Birkhead makes her dreams come trueREAD: Dylan Dreyer reveals her son's adorable resemblance to Prince GeorgeLarry takes his daughter there every year, and the place has an emotional place in his heart, as it's where he met his daughter's mom.He does this to honor the past as well as creating new traditions with Dannielynn. Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn with dad Larry BirkheadTalking to Fox News Digital of the annual affair at the Barnstable Brown Derby Gala for the pre-Derby diabetes fundraiser, he explained: "We had a really great time, and it's kind of been a tradition that we would go every year."MORE: AGT's Howie Mandel shares health update after illness is revealedMORE: AGT reveal huge change to show this season - all the detailsHe continued: "That's where I met Anna Nicole Smith.

MORE: Anna Nicole Smith's teenage daughter looks so grown up in new picturesProud dad Larry Birkhead shared an incredible photo featuring 16-year-old Dannielynn – and her face says it all! WATCH: Larry Birkhead talks to 20/20 about raising daughter with late Anna Nicole SmithFather and daughter had headed out together in Cincinnati to watch Janet Jackson in concert. And they later got to meet the pop icon in person.READ: Dylan Dreyer reveals her son's adorable resemblance to Prince GeorgeMORE: Carrie Underwood posts rare photo of sons in heartfelt family update"After hours of singing, dancing and sweating through the @cincymusicfest we got to hang with @janetjackson," Larry revealed as he shared a snapshot of the trio.A post shared by Larry Birkhead (@larryanddannielynn)Dannilynn can be seen beaming in the photograph"She killed it, managed to include all of her hits, sing and dance in the heat and still find time for two of her fans.

Anna-Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn has appeared in a series of new pictures on her father's Instagram account - and fans cannot believe how much she looks like her late mother.Larry Birkhead, Dannielynn's father, shared pictures of the pair dressed up for a Janet Jackson concert in Cincinnati and joked that they were "arguing which one of us is the bigger Janet fan".WATCH: Larry Birkhead talks to 20/20 about Anna Nicole Smith's daughter"It’s going to be 'Nasty' outside in the 100 degrees weather, but we are looking forward to it," he added - but fans were amazed at how similar Dannielynn looks to Anna-Nicole the older she gets."Beautiful like her mommy," commented one fan as another shared: "The perfect mix of you and Anna Nicole." "She looks just like her mom," read another comment as one wrote: "Omg she's so grown up."In the pictures the 16-year-old rocked a color-blocked black and black-and-white stripe tee paired with a pleated mini-skirt and blazer, and knee-high socks that matched her tee.A post shared by Larry Birkhead (@larryanddannielynn)Larry shared the pictures on social mediaDannielynn and her father are clearly close as the pictures showed them larking around, with Larry squeezing his daughter's cheeks and another showing Dannielynn with tongue poking out.Anna-Nicole was an American socialite who found fame in the early 1990s when she married Howard J. Marshall who was 63 years older than her."I'm not a gold digger," insisted Anna at the time; they married after three years together.

Larry Birkhead fought tooth and nail to provide a comfortable and consistent life for daughter, Dannielynn, after her late mother, Anna Nicole Smith, died when she was just five months old in 2007.  Birkhead, 49, met the late Playboy Playmate at the Kentucky Derby in 2003, and despite keeping their relationship relatively private at the time, he's continued to return to the historic annual event as a way to honor the past and continue creating new traditions with his little girl. "We had a really great time, and it's kind of been a tradition that we would go every year," he told Fox News Digital of the annual affair at the Barnstable Brown Derby Gala for the pre-Derby diabetes fundraiser.  "That's where I met Anna Nicole Smith.

The late Anna Nicole Smith's daughter is all grown up. Dannielynn Birkhead, 15, was spotted over the weekend with dad Larry Birkhead at the Kentucky Derby. "Betting on a great time with Dannielynn today at this year's @kentuckyderby, then off to the @janetjackson concert!" Larry captioned photos of the two on Instagram.

Dannielynn Birkhead is looking so grown up on the red carpet!

Dannielynn Birkhead got to meet Janet Jackson at a gala for the 148th annual Kentucky Derby while wearing the same outfit the singer once wore to the same event nearly two decades ago!The meeting went down Friday evening at the 33rd annual Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, where Anna Nicole Smith's daughter and her ex, Larry Birkhead, dressed to the nines for the family tradition, only this time they also shared a great moment with the «Rhythm Nation» singer.Birkhead took to Instagram and revealed that Dannielynn's outfit was purchased as part of the singer's charity auction. Jackson wore the black suit to the 2003 gala.

Dannielynn Birkhead got to meet Janet Jackson at a gala for the 148th annual Kentucky Derby while wearing the same outfit the singer once wore to the same event nearly two decades ago!The meeting went down Friday evening at the 33rd annual Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, where Anna Nicole Smith's daughter and her ex, Larry Birkhead, dressed to the nines for the family tradition, only this time they also shared a great moment with the «Rhythm Nation» singer.Birkhead took to Instagram and revealed that Dannielynn's outfit was purchased as part of the singer's charity auction. Jackson wore the black suit to the 2003 gala.

Dannielynn Birkhead is paying tribute to Janet Jackson!

Dannielynn Birkhead, daughter of Larry Birkhead and model Anna Nicole Smith, is honouring Janet Jackson with a fashionable tribute at this year’s Kentucky Derby.