Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Elle Fanning
May 16, 2022
Elle Fanning, the talented actress known for her roles in Super 8 and The Great, shares a delightful chat with Conan O'Brien. They discuss taking creative liberties with history in The Great and her new series, The Girl from Plainville, which dives into complex teen relationships and mental health. The conversation also touches on nostalgia, the challenges of acting, and even the humorous side of fame and family connections. With laughter and anecdotes, Elle and Conan showcase their unexpected friendship and the artistry behind their crafts.
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Elle Fanning's Cobb Salad
- Conan O'Brien remembers Elle Fanning from when she was 13 on his show.
- She said her favorite food was Cobb salad, which Conan jokingly claims was major news.
From Tennis to Acting
- Elle Fanning's family has a sports background; she and her sister were supposed to be tennis stars.
- However, her sister, Dakota Fanning, discovered acting after joining a theatre group and quickly found success in commercials and film, leading the family to move to LA.
Childhood Play
- Elle and Dakota Fanning enjoyed creating elaborate scenes and playing characters together as children.
- Dakota's guest appearance on ER fueled their imaginative play as she brought home (prop) medical equipment.