Elle became the youngest member of the Cannes Film Festival jury at just 21 years old in 2019.

Her full name is Mary Elle Fanning, but she prefers using her middle name.

She began her acting career at age 2, playing the younger version of her sister Dakota’s character in I Am Sam.

Elle is a trained ballet dancer and has performed in several productions during her childhood.

Her first independent audition was for the movie Babel (2006), where she got the role without Dakota’s help.

Elle is known for her bold and unique fashion choices, and she often collaborates with top designers for red carpet appearances.

She has a collection of vintage clothing, reflecting her love for old-school Hollywood glamour.

Elle performed her own singing for films like Teen Spirit (2018), showcasing her vocal talent.

Despite being close to her sister Dakota, Elle mentioned they rarely discuss acting at home.

Elle loves learning about history and often dives into books and documentaries during her free time.