Dakota Fanning's Raya Adventure: Joining the Elite Dating App!
Dakota Fanning Ditches Dating Apps for Good After Meeting 'Some Doozies' on Raya
In a shocking move, Oscar-nominated actress Dakota Fanning has bid farewell to the exclusive dating app Raya, citing a string of lackluster dates with "some doozies." The 31-year-old starlet joined the invite-only platform after confessing to her girlfriend that she was considering taking matters into her own hands – and literally scrolling through potential suitors.
"I did it for fun," Fanning revealed in an explosive Vanity Fair cover story, hinting at a sense of desperation behind her decision. "My girlfriend made me sign up, and I was like, 'If I don't, then I'm going to think... maybe my husband is on here!'"
Her younger sister Elle Fanning, who joined in on the conversation, playfully completed Dakota's sentence: "Maybe your husband is there!" The Twilight alum swiftly shut down any rumors of marital woes, scoffing, "I can confirm that he is not." With a dismissive wave of her hand, she declared, "I'm canceling this thing."
Fanning's Raya profile featured the 2003 hit song "Salt Shaker" by the Ying Yang Twins – a bold choice that might have hinted at her playful approach to online dating. However, it seems even that didn't prepare her for the reality of swiping through potential matches.
"I haven't seen a ton of familiar faces yet," she confessed, sounding slightly underwhelmed by the experience. Given Raya's exclusive nature and pricey subscription fees (ranging from $24.99 to $49.99 per month), one can only imagine Fanning's disappointment at not finding anyone worth her while.
As it turns out, Dakota isn't exactly new to the dating scene. The former child star has been linked to several high-profile suitors in the past, including British model Jamie Strachan (2013-2016), commercial real estate broker Logan Markley (2016-2017), and New Englander Henry Frye (2017-2018). Her 2016 confession to Town & Country that dating was "horrific" might have hinted at her reservations about the process.
"We have to sit there and ask these questions, and pretend to eat a meal – it just feels so stiff," Fanning lamented. "The way I prefer to meet someone is through a friend because they're most likely not a freak."
It seems Dakota's preference for low-key introductions might be rooted in past experiences gone wrong. With her highly publicized relationships, one can't help but wonder if the scrutiny and pressure of being in the spotlight have taken their toll on Fanning's love life.
On the work front, Dakota is gearing up for a busy year with several high-profile projects lined up. Alongside sister Elle, she'll co-star in Michael Morris' 2027 film adaptation of Kristin Hannah's bestseller The Nightingale – a role that marks the first time they've shared the screen together.
"We've literally never done a scene together, ever," Fanning marveled, hinting at the sibling dynamic. "We obviously share a lot, but we're very different. So I don't even see something that's right for her as being right for me."
As the starlet navigates her personal and professional life, fans can catch her in several upcoming films, including Bryan Bertino's horror film Vicious (streaming October 10 via Paramount+), Megan Gallagher's suburban mystery All Her Fault (premiering November 6 on Peacock), and Joe Swanberg's romantic drama (set to release next year). With a slew of exciting projects on the horizon, it seems Dakota Fanning is focusing on her career – and leaving dating apps behind for good.
TheScholarlyNote.com
[Sources:
- Vanity Fair cover story
- Town & Country interview
- TheScholarlyNote.com]
