Dakota Lohan, the rarely seen younger brother of Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan, has sparked concern among fans and family after posting a cryptic message to Instagram about his 'bad habits' and personal struggles.
A Candid Confession on Social Media
The 29-year-old actor shared the introspective post on Wednesday, reflecting on themes of personal growth and accountability. He revealed a newfound understanding of himself, writing, 'Day by day I’m understanding as well as accepting myself more so for the good, bad and indifferent.'
Dakota admitted to a past tendency to avoid taking responsibility for his actions. 'I would tend to not take accountability for my behaviors and make excuses to justify my own ignorance and bad habits,' he confessed, before adding, 'that ship has sailed.' He concluded his 'baby rant' by championing the importance of taking 'baby steps' and not rushing the journey of self-improvement.
Rare Family Photos and Notable Absences
Accompany his heartfelt text was a carousel of intimate family photos, offering a rare glimpse into the Lohan family life. The collection included:
- Snaps with his famous sister, Lindsay, and her husband, Bader Shammas.
- Throwback pictures of the Lohan siblings—Dakota, Lindsay, Michael Jr., and Aliana—from their childhood.
- A photo of their mother, Dina.
One figure was noticeably absent from the collection: their father, Michael, who split from Dina in 2007.
Family Reactions and Dakota's Private Life
The post prompted an immediate and loving reaction from his family. Lindsay, 39, who now lives in Dubai with Bader and their two-year-old son, left a string of supportive emojis. His sister Aliana added a yellow heart, and their mother Dina wrote a public comment expressing her pride, saying, 'Love you hunny ….. I am so proud of the man you are xo mom.'
Known to family and friends as Cody, Dakota has dabbled in acting, with roles in Netflix films like Irish Wish and Falling for Christmas, both starring his sister. His first, uncredited role was as a baby in the 1998 remake of The Parent Trap.
Despite his reclusive nature, Lindsay has often praised him publicly, including when he graduated high school. This latest post offers a rare window into the personal challenges faced by the younger Lohan brother, contrasting with Lindsay's own very public struggles in the 2000s, which included DUIs and rehab stays.
Lindsay has since rebuilt her career and embraced a quieter life abroad, having told Oprah in a 2013 interview that she had to confront a 'very broken version' of herself and identified as an 'addict.' The Daily Mail reported that it has not received a response to requests for comment from representatives for both Lindsay and Dakota.
