Former childstar Dakota Fanning, who turned 21 years old last February is determined to pursue with her career in Hollywood.
And while she's focused on her career she is also very happy with her relationship with boyfriend Jamie Strachan.
The "Effie Grey" actress once said that she's not only interested in acting but she's also looking at directing movies.
"I've always known that I want to be a director, but I've also learned that I would love to find my own material and develop that," she admitted according to Indie Wire. "Maybe not even be in it; developing projects, as well, instead of just being a passive person in your career, waiting for things to come along. That can be frustrating sometimes, and I'm looking forward to being very active on that side. I would love to direct one day."
And while there have been reports that she's having issues with her older boyfriend, the 21-year-old actress wants everyone to know that she "feels lucky" with her boyfriend, Daily Mail reported.
'I'm super-happy," she said of her relationship with her 33-year-old boyfriend. I think love is very important and it's really fun to have someone to experience things with. It makes everything a bit more special."
Adding, "People love who they love and you go with that. People get so stuck in rules for life. You go with what feels right."
And while the couple has been seen in rare occasions together, the relationship remained strong.
Daily Mail was able to photograped the actress with her boyfriend in an outing in New York.
"She has previously said she is 'super happy' in her relationship with Jamie Strachan," the publication reported.
"And no doubt Dakota Fanning was glad to be spending time with her 33-year-old model beau as they enjoyed an afternoon stroll in New York City on Sunday. The 21-year-old bundled up in a matching navy scarf and coat for the Big Apple weather in the forties as she strolled alongside Jamie who is over 12 years her senior."
