Elle Fanning - Actress
Age: 27
Country: United States Occupations:
Actress
Elle Fanning is a highly acclaimed American actress and producer known for her ethereal screen presence and versatile range. Born on April 9, 1998, in Georgia, she is the younger sister of actress Dakota Fanning.
Elle began her career as a child actor, often playing younger versions of her sister’s characters (most notably in I Am Sam), before establishing herself as a leading talent in her own right.
Career Highlights
Breakout Success: She gained widespread critical acclaim for her role in J.J. Abrams' sci-fi thriller Super 8 (2011).
Blockbuster Roles: She is internationally recognized for portraying Princess Aurora in Disney’s Maleficent franchise alongside Angelina Jolie.
Prestige Television: She received Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her lead role as Catherine the Great in the Hulu satirical series The Great (2020–2023).
Independent Cinema: She frequently collaborates with auteur directors, starring in films like Sofia Coppola's Somewhere and The Beguiled, and Nicolas Winding Refn’s The Neon Demon.
Recent Recognition (2025–2026)
Fanning continues to be a major force in the industry, recently earning her first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 2025 drama Sentimental Value. She has also expanded her influence into digital media, appearing as a lead character in Hideo Kojima's video game Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (2025).