Dakota Fanning’s Net Worth: How Much Did She Make as a Child Actress?

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Dakota Fanning joined her younger sister, Elle Fanning, on the red carpet for the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood premiere during the 2019 Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France.

She is much richer than her sister, with a net worth of $12 million. The American actress began her acting career at the age of five and has since starred in several successful films, including I Am Sam, Uptown Girls, The Cat in the Hat, Man on Fire, War of the Worlds, Charlotte’s Web, Push, and Coraline. She has also appeared in the television series Taken and The Alienist.

Dakota Fanning accessorized with Chopard jewelry for the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood premiereDakota Fanning accessorized with Chopard jewelry for the Once Upon A Time In Hollywood premiere during the 2019 Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on May 21, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

Fanning’s net worth is largely due to her successful acting career. In addition to earning millions of dollars for her roles in films and television, she has made money from endorsements and modeling contracts.

Fanning is one of the most successful child actresses of all time. She has won numerous awards for her work, including a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her performance in I Am Sam. She is also a successful adult actress and has received critical acclaim for her roles in films such as Hounddog, The Secret Life of Bees, and The Runaways.

The then-25-year-old American actress and model donned a striking pale pink Giorgio Armani Privé strapless gown styled with a contrasting yellow satin bow waist sash, a classy ballerina bun, and Chopard jewelry.

Dakota Fanning, whose estimated net worth is $12 million, in a striking pale pink Giorgio Armani Privé gownDakota Fanning, whose estimated net worth is $12 million, in a striking pale pink Giorgio Armani Privé gown (Credit: WENN)

The Georgia native made as much as $4 million per film when she was only 12 years old. As a child actress, she appeared in high-profile films such as Man on Fire (2004), War of the Worlds (2005), and Charlotte’s Web (2006).

What is the net worth of Dakota Fanning?

In April 2019, Dakota supported her younger sister at the premiere of Teen Spirit at the ArcLight in Hollywood. She flaunted her legs in a classic Prada LBD featuring an embellished bow at the neck.

She styled her sexy dress with sky-high black patent platform sandals and a small Prada Margit shoulder bag.

Dakota and Elle Fanning at the premiere of Teen Spirit at the ArcLight in Hollywood, California, on April 2, 2019Dakota and Elle Fanning at the premiere of Teen Spirit at the ArcLight in Hollywood, California, on April 2, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

To the 2019 Golden Globe Awards, Dakota surprised the fashion critics in an Armani Prive pearlized dress styled with a Beladora necklace, a Neil Lane ring and earrings, Jimmy Choo heels, and a Christian Louboutin ‘Palmette’ clutch.

Her American period drama television series based on the novel of the same name by Caleb Carr (available on Amazon), The Alienist, was up for Best Miniseries or Television Film.

Dakota Fanning walked the red carpet at the 2019 Golden Globe AwardsDakota Fanning walked the red carpet at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 6, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

In September 2018, Dakota also hit the red carpet for the 2018 Emmy Awards in a pleated, mint green Christian Dior Fall 2018 Haute Couture gown styled with vibrant Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Her critically acclaimed show, The Alienist, was up for a whopping six Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Limited Series.

Dakota Fanning looked stunning in emerald green at the 2018 Emmy AwardsDakota Fanning looked stunning in emerald green at the 2018 Emmy Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on September 17, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

Dakota Fanning isn’t exactly known for her exciting style. In fact, some of her outfits have left us downright bored. However, the actress certainly has a knack for looking effortlessly polished and elegant.

Dakota Fanning at the Whitney Museum of American Art opening night party in New York City on April 24, 2015Dakota Fanning at the Whitney Museum of American Art opening night party in New York City on April 24, 2015 (Credit: WENN)

In April 2015, while attending the Whitney Museum of American Art opening night party, the then 21-year-old was chic in an ivory Max Mara Fall 2015 strapless mohair dress and Nicholas Kirkwood hexagon pumps.

Dakota Fanning's ivory Max Mara Fall 2015 strapless mohair dressDakota Fanning’s ivory Max Mara Fall 2015 strapless mohair dress (Credit: WENN)

She complemented the look with a Max Mara leather envelope clutch.

Dakota Fanning's hot feet in Nicholas Kirkwood hexagon pumpsDakota Fanning’s hot feet in Nicholas Kirkwood hexagon pumps (Credit: WENN)

What do you think of Dakota’s taste in fashion? In 2020, her feet got a shout-out from Brad Pitt at the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Dakota Fanning channeled that Old Hollywood glamour in a Valentino dress with Fred Leighton jewelry, and Sophia Webster shoes for the 2020 Screen Actors Guild AwardsDakota Fanning channeled that Old Hollywood glamour in a Valentino dress with Fred Leighton jewelry, and Sophia Webster shoes for the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on January 19, 2020 (Credit: WENN)

Whether you find it boring or chic, her Nicholas Kirkwood hexagon pumps, which we’ve also seen on Anna Friel and Jessica Alba, are both sophisticated and modern. Aside from white leather, the style also comes in black mesh and laser-cut floral print.

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Enameled geometric hardware shines at the toe of a quintessential pump featuring laser-cut floral patterns that provide a dramatic, romantic finishing touch.

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Where does Dakota Fanning live?

In October 2019, it was reported that Dakota purchased a five-bedroom, six-bathroom traditional home in Toluca Lake, a popular neighborhood in Los Angeles.

She reportedly paid $2.95 million for the 4,428-square-foot Cape Cod-style abode featuring light brushed oak floors and antique chandeliers.

Dakota Fanning in a beautiful lilac Dior Couture gown, Sophia Webster shoes, and Dior Fine Jewelry at the 2020 Golden Globe AwardsDakota Fanning in a beautiful lilac Dior Couture gown, Sophia Webster shoes, and Dior Fine Jewelry at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 5, 2020 (Credit: WENN)