Childhood and Education Journey of Elle King in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 28, 2025

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Elle King. A timeline of key moments.

Elle King, born Tanner Elle Schneider, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her blend of country, rock, and blues music. She signed with RCA Records and released her debut EP, *The Elle King EP*, in 2012. One of her tracks, "Playing for Keeps", was featured as the theme song for VH1's *Mob Wives Chicago*.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

July 3, 1989: Elle King's birth

On July 3, 1989, Tanner Elle Schneider, known professionally as Elle King, was born. She is an American singer, songwriter, and actress.

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2000: Mother's Remarriage

In 2000, Elle King's mother, London King, remarried Justin Tesa.

2005: Started Gigging in New York City

In 2005, at the age of 16, Elle King started gigging around New York City, using a fake ID to enter nightclubs.

February 14, 2016: Marriage to Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson

On February 14, 2016, Elle King married Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson after meeting him just three weeks prior.

April 23, 2017: Andrew Ferguson's Arrest

On April 23, 2017, Elle King's then-husband, Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson, was arrested on one count of felony domestic violence in Los Angeles County, California.

May 15, 2017: Divorce Petition Filed

On May 15, 2017, Elle King filed a divorce petition from Andrew Ferguson.

2018: Final End to Relationship with Ferguson

In 2018, Elle King and Andrew Ferguson permanently ended their relationship after a brief reconciliation.

2018: Vogue Interview About Tattoos

In 2018, Elle King told Kate Branch of Vogue that she got her first tattoo when she was 14 years old.

October 9, 2020: Engagement to Dan Tooker

On October 9, 2020, Elle King became engaged to tattoo artist Dan Tooker, after dating for one year.

September 1, 2021: Birth of Son, Lucky Levi Tooker

On September 1, 2021, Elle King gave birth to her son Lucky Levi Tooker.

March 25, 2024: Relationship with Tooker Ended

On March 25, 2024, Elle King revealed that she and Dan Tooker had ended their relationship.

August 2024: Podcast Discussion of Relationship with Rob Schneider

In August 2024, Elle King discussed her childhood and relationship with her father, Rob Schneider, on Bunnie Xo's podcast Dumb Blonde, indicating a strained relationship.