Actress Dakota Fanning Opens Up About Her Plans to Start a Family
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Dakota Fanning, known for her roles in various films and TV shows, recently shared her aspirations of becoming a mother in the near future. In a candid interview with Byrdie, the 31-year-old actress discussed her desire to welcome children in the upcoming phase of her life. Fanning expressed that the idea of having kids has always held great significance for her, stating, “Every year that goes by, you’re more in tune with who you are and with what you want and don’t want.”
The ‘All Her Fault’ actress emphasised that the prospect of motherhood has never been in question for her and has always been a top priority. Reflecting on this new decade of her life, she revealed, “I’ve always wanted to have kids — that’s something I’ve never questioned and has always been really important to me. So, hopefully, dating will end soon, and this next decade will bring that into my life.”
This isn’t the first time Fanning has spoken about her desire to start a family. In an interview with PORTER in April 2024, she mentioned that as she has built her career, she has ensured to keep the possibility of starting a family open. Fanning admitted, “Being an actor is a huge part of my identity. I don’t really know who I am without it. But I also have a desire to set up my life and career so that I always have a choice.”
The ‘Watchers’ actress went on to express that, for her, becoming a mother holds greater importance than anything else. She stated, “Having kids is probably more important to me than anything, even being an actor. If somebody said I had to choose, I would choose having kids. I’m one of those people who has always felt that pull.”
Fanning also discussed her readiness for this new chapter in her life, recognizing that while she may not have all the details worked out, she is committed to embracing new experiences and opportunities. She shared, “I’m trying to push myself to keep saying yes to things that make me uncomfortable, to keep going to places for long periods of time that maybe I’m scared to do because — God willing — one day, it won’t be as easy.”
As Dakota Fanning prepares for the next phase in her life, fans and supporters eagerly await news of her journey towards motherhood. The actress’s openness about her aspirations reflects a sense of self-awareness and determination as she navigates this significant milestone in her personal life.