Lily Collins Biography
Lily Collins is a British-American actress and model, who gained acclaim as the lead in Netflix’s beloved romantic-comedy series Emily in Paris. Collins’ first acting role was at the age of 2 in the sitcom Growing Pains. She is also known for her acting roles in such films as The Blind Side, Abduction, Priest, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, Mirror Mirror, the BBC miniseries Les Misérables . In 2017, Ms. Collins had a memoir by the title Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me published. In the memoir Ms. Collins outlines her struggles with mental health.
How Old is Lily Collins? – Age
Lilly is 34 years old as of March 18, 2023, She was born in 1989 in Guildford, England and was raised in Los Angeles in the United States of America.
How Tall is Lily Collins? – Height
Ms. Collins stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.86 m).
Lily Collins Mother, Father, Siblings – Parents
Collins was born to American Jill Tavelman and English singer-songwriter Phil Collins, known for leading the rock band Genesis. She has four siblings: two older siblings from his father’s first marriage and two younger ones from his father’s third marriage. The two older siblings are drummer and lead vocalist Simon Collins and actress Joely Collins. Remarkably, Collins began her acting journey at the tender age of two.
Is Lily Collins Married? – Husband
Lilly is married to American film director and screenwriter Charlie McDowell. The couple got married on September 4, 2021 in Dunton, Colorado after being engaged for one year.
Lily Collins Acting Career
Collins embarked on her cinematic journey with The Blind Side (2009), portraying the adoptive sister of a budding football talent. Despite Priest (2011) receiving criticism, Collins’ performance shone through. Abduction (2011) followed, featuring her alongside Taylor Lautner in a mysterious exploration of one’s origins.
Mirror, Mirror (2012) thrust Collins into the limelight as Snow White, showcasing not only her acting prowess but also her vocal talents. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013) earned her a Teen Choice Award nomination, despite the film’s mixed reception. Love, Rosie (2014) marked a genre shift to romantic comedy, while Rules Don’t Apply (2016) brought her a Golden Globe nomination.
In To the Bone (2016), Collins compellingly portrayed a woman grappling with anorexia nervosa, eliciting both praise and criticism. Responding to this, she candidly shared her personal struggles in the essay collection, Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me. Okja (2017) and Les Misérables (2018–19) showcased her versatility, and Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019) had her opposite Zac Efron as Ted Bundy’s girlfriend.
Taking the lead in Emily in Paris (2020), a Netflix series, Collins earned a Golden Globe nomination in 2021. While the show faced scrutiny, it was renewed for a fourth season in 2022, underscoring Collins’ continued journey through a dynamic and impactful career.
Lily Collins Net worth
With an estimated net worth of $25 million, Lily’s success is a testament to her talent and contributions to the entertainment industry.
Movies and TV Shows
Her most notable films include;
- Emily in Paris
- Calls
- Curb Your Enthusiasm
- Les Miserables
- ES.TV
- The Last Tycoon
- Inheritance
- Tolkien
- To The Bone
- Okja
- Rules Don’t Apply
- The English Teacher
- Getaway
- Love Rosie
- Priest
- Mirror Mirror
- Abduction
- The Blind Side