Franka Potente's Husband and Relationship History

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Updated April 19, 2024 4 items

Who is Franka Potente dating? Many famous men have dated Run Lola Run star Franka Potente, and this list will give you more details about these lucky dudes. Including Franka Potente’s current boyfriend, past relationships, pictures together, and dating rumors, this comprehensive dating history tells you everything you need to know about Franka Potente’s love life. 

This list features Franka Potente’s ex-boyfriends along with additional information about them, such as when they were born and what they do professionally. These boys come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is that they're all men that Franka Potente has either dated or hooked up with. It's not hard to get jealous of these men that Franka Potente has gone out with, so try your hardest to contain your envy.

In 2012, Franka Potente married Derek Richardson. They have two children together. 

This list of Franka Potente’s boyfriends and rumored exes includes Elijah Wood and Tom Tykwer.

  • Derek Richardson
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    Derek Richardson

    After meeting on the set of House in 2009, Franka Potente started dating Derek Richardson. They married in 2012.

    The couple has two daughters: Polly (born 2011) and Georgie (2013).

  • Dio Hauser
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    Dio Hauser

    Franka Potente dated Dio Hauser in 2009.

    Dio Hauser is a electronic musician.
  • Elijah Wood
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    Elijah Wood

    All I Want costars Franka Potente and Elijah Wood were rumored to be dating in 2003.

    Elijah Wood, a talented and versatile actor, was born on January 28, 1981, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The second of three children, he discovered his passion for acting at a young age. His early acting career began with small parts in local advertisements and films, but it was his breakout role in the film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy that catapulted him to international stardom. Wood's portrayal of Frodo Baggins, the brave hobbit entrusted with the task of destroying a powerful ring, resonated with audiences worldwide. His performance demonstrated a depth and sensitivity that belied his years, earning him critical acclaim. However, Wood is not just known for his work in The Lord of the Rings. He has also showcased his range by taking on diverse roles in movies like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Sin City, and Everything Is Illuminated. In addition to his acting career, Wood has made significant strides behind the camera. He co-founded SpectreVision, a production company focused on producing unique and visionary content. This venture highlights Wood's dedication to storytelling, not just as an actor but as a producer too. Over the years, Wood has proven himself to be more than just a child star or a one-hit wonder.
  • Tom Tykwer
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    Tom Tykwer

    Franka Potente dated her Run Lola Run director Tom Tykwer from 1998 to 2002.

    Tom Tykwer (German: [ˈtɪkvɐ]; born 23 May 1965) is a German film director, producer, screenwriter, and composer. He is best known internationally for directing the thriller films Run Lola Run (1998), Heaven (2002), Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006), and The International (2009). He collaborated with The Wachowskis as co-director for the science fiction film Cloud Atlas (2012) and the Netflix series Sense8 (2015–2018). Tykwer is also well known as the co-creator of the internationally acclaimed German television series Babylon Berlin.