Elle Fanning has confirmed she wants children with boyfriend Gus Wenner, the 35-year-old Rolling Stone executive, after more than two years of dating.
The couple, who first sparked romance rumors in November 2023 and made their red-carpet debut at the 2024 Golden Globes, most recently stepped out together at the January 11, 2026 ceremony where Fanning was nominated for her role in Sentimental Value.
At a Glance
- Elle Fanning, 27, tells Who What Wear she “definitely” wants kids with Gus Wenner
- The pair split time between her L.A. rental and Wenner’s New York apartment
- Fanning calls Wenner “the cutest date” in a Jan. 12 Instagram post
- Why it matters: The actress is openly sharing her long-term plans with the Rolling Stone heir
Future Together
In an interview published January 13, 2026, Fanning told the outlet that Wenner is “the best” and outlined the couple’s vision for the years ahead.
“We want to be a part of each other’s lives and share these fun times and experiences together,” she said. When asked about her willingness to post about their relationship online, she replied, “Why hide? The future looks bright.”
The pair have already started browsing real-estate listings for a permanent home, focusing on Manhattan’s Upper West and Upper East Side neighborhoods.
“We’ve been going on Zillow and looking at … the potential there [for a renovation project],” Fanning explained.
Family Plans
Fanning did not mince words when discussing motherhood:
- “I definitely do want kids. I’ve always wanted kids.”
- “I’ve known that since I was little.”
The interview was conducted in November 2025, weeks before the awards-season rush.
Awards Night
At the January 11, 2026 Golden Globes, Fanning faced stiff competition in the supporting-actress category. Teyana Taylor ultimately won for an unnamed project, while Fanning vied alongside:
| Nominee | Film |
|---|---|
| Emily Blunt | The Smashing Machine |
| Ariana Grande | Wicked: For Good |
| Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas | Sentimental Value |
| Amy Madigan | Weapons |
Despite the loss, Fanning celebrated the evening on Instagram, captioning a carousel of red-carpet shots with “the cutest date” in reference to Wenner.
Social Media Glimpses
Fanning’s Instagram has become a reliable window into the relationship:
- January 12, 2026: multiple Globes photos tagged with praise for Wenner
- Wenner’s most recent post featuring Fanning arrived in August 2025-a summer snapshot captioned simply “Sentimental value,” nodding to her film
Wenner is the son of Jann Wenner, co-founder of Rolling Stone magazine, and currently holds an executive role at the publication.
Key Takeaways
- After two years of dating, Elle Fanning is openly discussing marriage-level commitment and children with Gus Wenner.
- The couple already manages a bicoastal lifestyle and is house-hunting in New York City.
- Fanning’s transparency on social media underscores her comfort in going public with the relationship’s next steps.
