Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Sisters' Night Out: Elle and Dakota Fanning's Giggly Getaway in Santa Monica

Elle and Dakota Fanning glammed up for a sisters' night out together in California on Tuesday

SISTERS' NIGHT OUT: Elle and Dakota Fanning Glam Up for a Girls' Night Out in California

In a rare moment of sibling bonding, superstar sisters Elle and Dakota Fanning were spotted having the time of their lives on a girls' night out in Santa Monica, California. The Criminal Minds actress, 27, and her older sister, 31, slipped into their best attire to enjoy a meal at Italian hot spot Giorgio Baldi.

Elle, looking absolutely stunning in a little black dress paired with matching heels and bold red lipstick, turned heads as she left the restaurant alongside Dakota. The Maleficent actress opted for a more laid-back look, donning a pair of baggy black trousers and a crisp white blouse.

The Criminal Minds actress, 27, and her older sister, 31, were seen leaving Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica after enjoying a meal

The sisters' night out came at a perfect time, considering they've been juggling their busy schedules to work on their joint production company, Lewellen Pictures. "We're super close, so I would never do it with anyone else," Dakota revealed in an interview with TheScholarlyNote.com last March. "It has to be her."

The Fanning sisters have been making waves in Hollywood with their new AppleTV+ series, Margo's Got Money Troubles, which boasts a star-studded cast including Nicole Kidman and Michelle Pfeiffer. When the show premieres next year, fans can expect a wild ride as they follow the struggles of single mother Margo Millet (Fanning) as she navigates her sudden rise to fame.

But before that, let's take a trip down memory lane with Elle and her boyfriend Gus Wenner, 34. The couple put on a loved-up display at Giorgio Baldi only last month, with Elle looking dazzling in a scoop-neck black top, black slacks, and a black coat. The pair has been dating since November 2023 and made their red carpet debut at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.

Elle slipped into a stunning black dress for the occasion, teaming the look with a pair of coordinated hells and some eye-catching red lipstick

Elle's love life hasn't always been smooth sailing, though. She previously dated Max Minghella from 2018 to early 2023 after meeting on the set of School Spirit. However, Elle confirmed her split in an interview with Harper's Bazaar in April 2023, saying she believes in "love at first sight" and is a "hopeless romantic."

Dakota, on the other hand, has been focusing on her producing career, working alongside David E. Kelley, Matthew Tinker, Nicole Kidman (who also stars), author Rufi Thorpe, and more to bring Margo's Got Money Troubles to life.

As the Fanning sisters continue to dominate Hollywood, we can't help but wonder what other projects they have up their sleeves. With Lewellen Pictures already making waves in the industry, it's safe to say these two are just getting started.

Elle and her boyfriend Gus Wenner, 34, have been dating since November 2023, with the blonde stunner sharing a host of pictures of them together to her Instagram

THE SCHOLARLY NOTE EXCLUSIVE:

We've got the scoop on Elle and Dakota Fanning's latest projects, including their upcoming series Margo's Got Money Troubles. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of Hollywood's hottest stars!

Elle (right) and Dakota (left) are currently working together with their joint production company Lewellen Pictures on the new AppleTV+ series Margo's Got Money Troubles