Dakota Fanning seemingly had it pretty lucky as a kid. We think it would be safe to say that the actress, who catapulted into stardom at a very young age, had it pretty good growing up. But, even though Dakota had a fortunate childhood, she seems to recognize that many others don’t have that luxury, which is why she advocates to give kids the childhood they deserve.
The actress was spotted lighting up the Empire State Building in New York in honor of the international “Day of the Girl.” Dakota also took the opportunity to raise awareness for “Save the Children,” which is an organization that she is an ambassador of.
Dakota Fanning in a red sleeveless Alexander McQueen cape back mini dress
Dakota Fanning lights the Empire State Building in honor of the “International Day of the Girl” in New York on October 11, 2016
The 22-year-old flaunted her svelte figure in a red sleeveless Alexander McQueen cape back mini dress that featured soft pleating at the front of the skirt.
Dakota finished her look with the gold chain-trimmed Christian Louboutin “Akenana” cutout mules in a light tan color.
Dakota Fanning’s feet in Christian Louboutin “Akenana” mules
Dakota poses with the children from “Save the Children,” which is an organization that she champions
Dakota talked about women empowerment, and pointed out that while the conversations were valid, people needed to recognize that the effects start at a very early age. “Save the Children” puts emphasis on making sure children have a healthy start in life.
The actress lit up the Empire state building with the children from “Save the Children.”
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