Who Is Mick Fanning's Wife, Karissa Dalton? All We Know About His Net Worth

August 2024 · 6 minute read

Mick Fanning was previously married to his wife, Karissa Dalton, who is the CEO of the Bridal website, The Lane.

The Australian professional surfer is now together with his fiancee, Breeana Randall. He has a two-year son with her. 

He has been a professional surfer since 2002 and is one of the most well-known surfers due to his shark attack at the J-Bay Open finals in Jeffreys Bay in 2015.

Quick Facts About Mick Fanning

NameMick Fanning
Age41
Born13 June 1981
NicknameWhite Lightning
ResidenceGold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Height5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m)
Weight165 lbs (75 kg)
OccupationSurfer
Years active2002–2018
Career earnings$2,796,120
SpouseKarissa Dalton (m. 2008 - 2016)
FianceeBreeana Randall
ChildrenOne son (Xander Dean Fanning)

Who Is Mick Fanning's Wife, Karissa Dalton?

Karissa Dalton, Mick Fanning's ex-wife is the founder and creative director of the bridal website, The Lane. 

The Lane is a fashion, art, interior, and travel-inspired online magazine and creative agency that organize weddings and events.

Dalton, 35, was born and raised in a small town five hours north of Brisbane. She graduated from Bond University in film production at the age of 19. 

She had had some success as a model prior to the marriage with Mick. She was a finalist in the 2007 Inside Sport Model Search when she was 21 and a film production student. 

She was featured in the Australian Swimsuit Calendar that year as Ms. May, wearing an emerald green bikini. However, inspired by her wedding, she turned her interest to business launching The Lane, in June 2010.

She is still the company's CEO today. It now serves thousands of people as a high-end, online bridal style guide that specializes in wedding décor inspiration.

On The Lane website, you can contact the company for the venue, Photographers, Wedding planners, Caterers, Bridal, Custom Jewelry, Stationery, Interiors, Honeymoon Destinations, and more from around the world.

Karissa Dalton and Mick Fanning's Relationship Timeline

Karissa met Mick through mutual friends in 2004 when she was 19 years old. Before they married in 2008, the surfer proposed to her at one of the most exclusive locations on the Gold Coast, The Villa, in the luxurious Nerang estate. 

For eight years, the former swimsuit model turned entrepreneur was married to the millionaire sportsman. The couple got divorced in 2016 however, Fanning stated that he still loves and respects her. 

Karissa, he claims, has been by his side since they first met in 2004. They've had a lot of fun together, but more importantly, she's helped him get through some of the most difficult times in his life, particularly a year before their divorce.

The year 2015 was filled with both triumphs and tragedies. Mick famously collided with a massive great shark during the finals of the J-Bay Open in South Africa in July.

The incident left him so shaken that he admitted he would be content to never compete in surfing again.

Fanning learned of his older brother Peter's untimely demise just hours before having to paddle out into the surf during the final stop of the 2015 World Surf League Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour.

In the end, Fanning was defeated by Brazilian Adriano de Souza for the world title.

Karissa Dalton Finds Love Again With Ryan Bienefelt

Karissa officially moved on from her relationship with Mick in 2018 when she found love with Ryan Bienefelt. He is a carpenter from Sydney's northern beaches.

The couple made their relationship public in August 2018 while on a ski trip to Queenstown, New Zealand.

During that holiday, they shared photos of themselves in love on their Instagram accounts. Ryan was previously in a relationship with pop star Natalie Imbruglia from 2016 to 2017.

Ryan announced Karissa's pregnancy in September 2018 by posting an Instagram photo of her cradling her baby bump in a dark slip dress. Karissa gave birth to a baby girl named Vea Valentina on January 5, 2019.

Vea turned two on January 5, 2022. You can get to see some beautiful pictures of her on Karissa's Instagram. 

Mick Fanning Is Blessed With A Baby Boy

Mick Fannings and his fiancee, Breeana Randal gave birth to a healthy son on August 10, 2020. 

Mick, 39, announced the news on Instagram in a lengthy post written from his son, Xander's point of view, which included a cute photo of the newborn.

'I'm extremely strong, healthy, and calm because my beautiful Mama Breeana is a full-fledged superhero,' the caption continued.

Mick got engaged to Breeana in February 2020 after the surfing legend proposed at Dreamtime Beach near Fingal Head, NSW.

She was pregnant at that time when she added, "Mick would make an 'amazing father." Before revealing the surprise engagement, the American model said that their dog, Harper, was being 'super protective and loving.'

The couple made their relationship public in late November 2017, about two years after Mick divorced his first wife, Karissa Dalton.

Fanning and Randall have recently rolled out the welcome card for their newly refurbished Gold Coast beachfront holiday rental property.

Three Birds Renovations, a Sydney-based styling dynamo, transformed the luxury three-story home known as Rolling Seas in Bilinga.

It will be available for short-term rental to those who want to spend their vacation at the lavish digs. The mansion was originally built in 2014 as a family home for the couple and their son, Xander.

According to property records, three-time world champion surfer Fanning paid $3.25 million for the beachfront property in 2011.

Mick Fanning's Net Worth, How Much Money Does Australian Surfer Have?

Mick Fanning is a professional surfer from Australia with an estimated net worth of $8 million as of 2022. 

His primary source of income is surfing, with endorsement deals and winnings providing additional income.

Fanning began surfing at the age of five and now he has won the ASP World Tour three times, in 2007, 2009, and 2013. He has been a professional surfer since 2002, earning more than $2.4 million in his career.

Reef Footwear, Rip Curl, Creatures of Leisure Accessories, Red Bull Zen Nutrition, Dragon Eyewear, AUDI, Scullcandy, and FCS fins have all sponsored Fanning. 

In 2002, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2011, he was awarded Australian Male Surfer of the Year.

Despite his professional retirement from the sport, he still earns around $3 million per year. Mark has endorsements from Red Bull, Rip Curl, and Mercedes. In 2018, he was the world's third-highest-paid surfer.

The surfer earned $2.85 million in sponsorships in 2017, including large deals with Red Bull, Mercedes, and Rip Curl.

Mick's days as a top-tier competitive surfer are over, but he remains one of the most relevant and recognizable figures in Australian culture and global surfing. '

Expect him to remain on this list until he's well into his 40s,' the surfing magazine predicted.

Fanning also has his own line of beer, which he brews at the Balter Brewing Company with friends and fellow Gold Coast surfers Joel Parkinson, Josh Kerr, and Bede Durbidge.

Some FAQs

What is Mick Fannings net worth?

Mick Fanning's net worth is $8 million.

Who is Mick Fanning's wife, Karissa Dalton?

Karissa Dalton is the CEO of bridal website, The Lane.

Does Mick Fanning have children?

Yes, Mick Fanning has a son, named, Xander Dean Fanning.

What is Mick Fanning age?

Mick Fanning is 41 years old as of 2022.

Does Mick Fanning still surf?

Yes, Mick Fanning still surf despite being retired in 2018.

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