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For Dannielynn Birkhead, the is the biggest event of the year.
Since 2010, Larry Birkhead and the late 's daughter has walked the red carpet at the annual race (airing live on NBC and the NBC Sports app). While the tween is too young to enjoy a mint julep—she's only 11, after all—she still knows how to have a good time. Larry tweeted a picture with his little girl Saturday. "Celebrating the @kentuckyderby with Dannielynn. Thanks @itsnickgraham for my cool suit! Dannielynn's awesome southern belle dress by Lesy boutique," he said. "Rain won't spoil our awesome Derby day! #halfwaycooldad."
Three days ago, he tweeted about the amount of effort it takes to help Dannielynn get ready for the event. "Overwhelmed single dad here trying to pick out nail polish for Dannielynn's @KentuckyDerby and Barnstable-Brown Gala outfit," he joked. "#singledadmultipleproblems."
Look back at Dannielynn's past Kentucky Derby looks:
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May 6, 2017
Everything's coming up roses for the twosome!
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May 7, 2016
At just 10 years old, Dannielynn is already a red carpet veteran!
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May 2, 2015
Think pink! Dannielynn and Larry pick coordinating colors for their festive frocks.
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May 3, 2014
Larry leads the way as Dannielynn smiles for the cameras.
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May 5, 2012
Flower power! Anna Nicole Smith's mini-me's fascinator is in full bloom.
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May 4, 2013
Chim chim cheree! The daddy-daughter duo take inspiration from Mary Poppins.
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May 7, 2011
Who needs a fascinator when you're this fabulous?
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May 1, 2010
She's her mother's daughter, all right!
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