Lily Collin

About

Lily Collins is a British-American actress, model, and writer who was born on March 18, 1989, in Guildford, Surrey, England. She is best known for her roles in films such as "The Blind Side" (2009), "Mirror Mirror" (2012), "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones" (2013), and the Netflix series "Emily in Paris" (2020). Collins is the daughter of English musician Phil Collins and his second wife, Jill Tavelman. She began her career as a child actress before making her breakthrough in 2009. She has also garnered attention for her writing, with her book, “Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me,” which was published in 2017.

Associated With

Lily Collins, a renowned actress, has been extensively involved in the industry through various associations. Her acting career includes collaborations with distinguished professionals such as Taylor Lautner in "Abduction", Zac Efron in "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile", and Keanu Reeves in "To The Bone". Besides acting, her romantic associations have also garnered the spotlight, notably with actor Jamie Campbell Bower, whom she dated for several years after meeting on the set of "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones". More recently, she married director Charlie McDowell, providing another significant association within the film industry. Additionally, her work in the acclaimed Netflix series "Emily in Paris" widened her network of collaborations including Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu and her professional relationship with the show's creator, Darren Star.

Career Highlights

• 2009 - Lily Collins began her acting career with the television series '90210'.
• 2011 - She landed her first major role as Snow White in the fantasy film 'Mirror Mirror'.
• 2013 - She starred in 'The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones', and won the title of "Next Mega-Star of 2013" at the Young Hollywood Awards.
• 2014 - Collins was nominated for “Favorite Movie Actress” at the People’s Choice Awards for her performance in 'The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones'.
• 2016 - Collins played the role of Marla Mabrey in 'Rules Don't Apply', for which she received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.
• 2017 - She earned critical acclaim for her role in the film 'To the Bone', in which she plays a woman struggling with anorexia.
• 2019 - She was praised for her portrayal of real-life characters in two different films: as Liz Kendall in 'Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile' and as J.R.R. Tolkien's wife in 'Tolkien'.
• 2020 - Her performance in the Netflix series 'Emily in Paris' secured her a nomination for the Best Actress in a Television Series Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globe Awards.
• 2021 - She won the "Performance of the Year" award at the WIN Awards for her work in 'Emily in Paris'.
• 2022 - Lily continued her success with 'Emily in Paris', securing multiple award nominations.

Notable Awards

• Lily Collins is a British-American actress who has won several awards throughout her career. Some of her notable recognitions include:
• Hollywood Film Awards in 2016: She won the "New Hollywood Award" for her performance in "Rules Don't Apply".
• Costume Designers Guild Awards in 2019: Lily Collins was honored with the "Spotlight Award".
• Alliance of Women Film Journalists in 2021: She won the "Actress Defying Age and Ageism Award" and "Best Actress in a Romantic Comedy" for her role in “Emily in Paris."
• Golden Globe Award: Lily was nominated for the award of "Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy" in 2021 for “Emily in Paris."

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Lily Collin Movie/TV Show?

The most popular Lily Collins movie is probably "Emily in Paris", which is actually a TV show that premiered on Netflix in 2020. Lily Collins serves as both the lead actress and a producer of the show. The show has garnered a significant amount of attention and gained a loyal audience base for its portrayal of an American girl navigating life in Paris while dealing with cultural differences, love interests, and a challenging job. It has been widely talked about on various social media platforms, increasing its popularity. Despite its somewhat mixed critical reviews, its popularity among viewers is evident, and it has even been renewed for additional seasons.

How Did Lily Collin Get Famous?

Lily Collins gained fame through acting and modeling. She is the daughter of British musician Phil Collins, but she carved out her professional path independently. Her acting career took off after her breakthrough role in the 2009 film “The Blind Side”. After this success, she clinched significant roles in movies such as "Mirror Mirror", "The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones", and "Love, Rosie". Additionally, she was recognized for her performance in films like "Rules Don't Apply" for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe. Meanwhile, her modeling career also took off when she was chosen by Chanel to wear one of their gowns at the 2007 Bal des débutantes in Paris, which put her on the map in the fashion industry. Her successful endeavors in both acting and modeling have made her a global star.