Elle Fanning

Elle Fanning is an actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. Fanning began her career at age 3, appearing as the younger version of her sister Dakota Fanning's character in the film "I Am Sam." She continued to work as a child actress in movies such as "Daddy Day Care," "Babel," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," and "Phoebe in Wonderland." Her breakout role came with the science-fiction film "Super 8," earning her a Spotlight Award at the Hollywood Film Festival.

Fanning has appeared in a range of mainstream and independent films, gaining international recognition for her portrayal of Princess Aurora in the Disney fantasy film "Maleficent." She has also worked in independent cinema, including roles in Sally Potter's "Ginger & Rosa," Nicolas Winding Refn's "The Neon Demon," Mike Mills' "20th Century Women," and Sofia Coppola's "The Beguiled." Fanning has portrayed real-life figures such as the author in "Mary Shelley" and Sylvie Russo in "A Complete Unknown."

On television, Fanning is known for her role as Catherine II in the Hulu series "The Great," for which she received an Emmy Award nomination for best actress in a comedy series. She also starred as Michelle Carter in the miniseries "The Girl from Plainville" and "Margo's Got Money Troubles," the latter of which earned her an Emmy nomination. On Broadway, Fanning appeared in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's "Appropriate" alongside Sarah Paulson, a production that won three Tony Awards, including best revival of a play.

Fanning's career includes starring roles in films such as Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and won the Grand Prix. Her performance in the film earned her an Oscar nomination for best supporting actress. Her accolades include nominations for an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and four Golden Globe Awards. Fanning also served as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival and, with her sister Dakota, launched Lewellen Pictures, serving as executive producer on "Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer" for Hulu.

Fanning continues to work across film and television, including roles in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," the Paramount+ legal drama series "Discretion," and the war drama "The Nightingale." Her career encompasses a wide range of genres and roles, reflecting her ongoing commitment to character-driven storytelling and her influence in the entertainment industry.