Dakota Fanning is an American Actress who became famous at age seven for her role in “I Am Sam” in 2002, and became the youngest person in history to be nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award.
Dakota Fanning Biography
| Full Name | Hanna Dakota Fanning |
| Nickname | Dakota Fanning |
| Profession | Actress |
| Date of Birth | 23 February 1994 |
| Age | 31 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Conyers, Georgia, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Conyers, Georgia, USA |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christen |
| Hobbies | Knitting, playing violin, horse-riding, ballet dancing, reading books |
| Social Media |
Education Qualification
| School | Campbell High School, California Gallatin School of Individualized Study, New York |
| College | New York University |
| Education Qualification | Degree in Women’s Studies |
Dakota Fanning Age
Dakota Fanning was born on 23 February 1994 in Conyers, Georgia, United States. She is 31 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign is Pisces.
Dakota Fanning Boyfriend
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Freddie Highmore (2009) Tyler James William (rumored) Jamie Strachan (2013-present) |
| Spouse/Husband | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
Dakota Fanning Family
| Father’s Name | Steven J. Fanning |
| Mother’s Name | Heather Joy |
| Brother’s Name | None |
| Sister’s Name | Elle Fanning |
Career
| Debut | Film – 2001: Father Xmas TV – 2000: ER |
| Awards | 1 – Golden Globe Award 1 – Primetime Emmy Award 2 – Screen Actors Guild Awards |
Dakota Fanning Movies And TV Shows
Dakota Fanning Movies
- 2001 – Father Xmas
- 2001 – I Am Sam
- 2003 – Uptown Girls
- 2005 – Nine Lives
- 2007 – Hounddog
- 2009 – Coraline
- 2010 – The Runaways
- 2012 – The Motel Life Breaking Dawn – Part 2
- 2013 – The Last of Robin Hood
- 2016 – The Escape
- 2017 – Please Stand By
- 2020 – Viena and The Fantomes
- 2023 – The Equalizer 3
- 2025 – Vicious, and other
Dakota Fanning Television
- 2000 – ER
- 2001 – Malcolm in the Middle
- 2004 – Friends
- 2018-20 – The Alienist
- 2019-21 – Gen:Lock
- 2022 – The First Lady
- 2024 – The Perfect Couple
- 2025– Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to Ellen Greenberg?
- 2026 – Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
Dakota Fanning Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 163 cm In meters – 1.63 m In feet & inches – 5’4” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 52 kg In pounds – 115 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Blonde (Dyed) |
| Body Measurements | 32-25-34 |
Dakota Fanning Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $12 million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $1-2 million |
| Salary (approx) | Not known |
| Income Source | Acting, endorsement, social media, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Dakota Fanning
- Dakota Fanning was born and raised in Conyers, Georgia, to Steven J. Fanning and Elle Fanning.
- She has a sister named Elle Fanning, who is also an actress.
- Her first professional performance was in a Tide commercial.
- Her mother played tennis professionally, and her father played minor league baseball.
- His father also worked as an electronics salesman in Los Angeles.
- Her maternal grandfather was former American football player Rick Arrington, and her aunt his for ESPN reporter Jill Arrington.
- She and her sister both use their middle names as their given names due to family tradition.
- She first acted at the Towne Lake Arts Center in Woodstock, Georgia, starring in small plays at age 5.
- Dakota’s first significant acting job was a guest role in the NBC prime-time drama “ER.”
- In 2001, she was chosen to star opposite Sean Penn and Michelle Pfeiffer in the film I Am Sam, as their daughter.
- She is an avid collector of vintage vinyl records and has a diverse music taste spanning from classic rock to indie pop.
- She is a passionate animal lover and has volunteered at various animal shelters in her spare time.
- Dakota is a talented knitter and often creates handmade gifts for her friends and family.
- She is also s certified scuba diver and enjoys exploring the underwater world in her free time.
FAQ:
Who is Dakota Fanning’s sister?
Actress Elle Fanning is Dakota Fanning’s sister.
How old is Dakota Fanning?
As of 2025, Dakota Fanning is 31 years old.
Who is Dakota Fanning’s husband?
Dakota Fanning is unmarried and has been dating Jamie Strachan since 2013.
What is Dakota Fanning’s net worth?
As of 2025, Dakota Fanning has an estimated net worth of $12 million.