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What's After the Movie
Mary Elle Fanning is a highly regarded American actress with an extensive career spanning over two decades. Born on April 9, 1998, her first foray into acting was as a young child, playing the younger version of her sister Dakota Fanning's character in the drama film I Am Sam (2001). Over the years, Fanning showcased her acting prowess in numerous films such as Daddy Day Care (2003), Babel (2006), The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), and Phoebe in Wonderland (2008). Fanning then landed leading roles in critically acclaimed films such as Sofia Coppola's drama Somewhere (2010) and J. J. Abrams' science fiction film Super 8 (2011).
Perhaps one of her best-known roles is Princess Aurora in the fantasy films Maleficent (2014) and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019). Between the years 2020 and 2023, she starred as Catherine the Great in the Hulu period satire series The Great, earning nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. In 2022, Fanning portrayed Michelle Carter in the Hulu limited series The Girl from Plainville. Fanning marked an important milestone in her career in 2023, making her Broadway debut in the play Appropriate.
Learn more about Elle Fanning, including their biography, filmography, and personal life. Find out about their early career, major achievements, and the impact they've had on the film industry.
Given Name: Mary Elle Fanning
Born: Conyers, Georgia, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: April 9, 1998
Occupations: Actress
Years Active: 2001-present
Spouses: None
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A Complete Unknown
A Rainy Day in New York
The Roads Not Taken
All the Bright Places
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
Teen Spirit
Galveston
I Think We're Alone Now
How to Talk to Girls at Parties
Mary Shelley
The Vanishing Of Sidney Hall
Leap!
The Beguiled
3 Generations
20th Century Women
Live by Night
The Neon Demon
Low Down
Young Ones
Maleficent
Ginger & Rosa
Super 8
Somewhere
Phoebe in Wonderland
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