Lily Collins began her journey into acting at just two years old, appearing in the BBC series Growing Pains. Today, the daughter of one of the most renowned musicians in the world has become a prominent figure on one of Netflix’s most popular series. Her early acting career included a minor role in the teen drama 90210, but it wasn’t until 2009 that she gained widespread recognition starring alongside Sandra Bullock in the acclaimed film The Blind Side.

Standing 5’5”, Lily has since expanded her filmography with roles in movies such as Priest, Abduction, the Snow White reimagining Mirror Mirror, and the romantic comedy Stuck in Love. On the small screen, the 35-year-old actress has showcased her talent in series like The Last Tycoon, Les Misérables, Calls, and the comedy classic Curb Your Enthusiasm. For those still pondering, this talented actress is Lily Collins—the only daughter of Genesis lead singer Phil Collins and his second wife, Jill Tavelman.

Born on March 18, 1989, in Guildford, England, Lily was raised in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, her parents’ marriage ended in 1994, and their divorce was finalized two years later. Reflecting on that time, Phil, now 73, admitted to having been “a b*stard” for being unfaithful to Jill during their 12-year union. Jill was awarded a $21 million (£17 million) settlement, and in 1999, Phil married Orianne Cevey, a Swiss native. That marriage, too, ended in divorce after nine years, with Orianne receiving $31 million (£25 million).

In a 2017 interview, Lily spoke candidly about her struggles with an eating disorder while promoting her film To the Bone. She revealed how her father’s 2008 divorce from Orianne Cevey added to her emotional challenges, which were compounded by school stress. “There was a significant disconnect between us,” Lily admitted, adding that her insecurities stemmed in part from her complicated relationship with her father. She also recalled the painful memories of her parents’ acrimonious split when she was just seven years old.

“I forgive you for not always being there when I needed you and for falling short of the father I had hoped for. “I forgive the mistakes you’ve made. And while it might feel like it’s too late, it’s not. There’s still time to build a future together.” A few years after the publication of her memoir, Lily took center stage as Emily Cooper in Netflix’s Emily in Paris. The series follows a 29-year-old marketing professional who relocates from Chicago to Paris for a temporary job in social media strategy at Savoir.

Since its premiere in October 2020, the series has gained a massive fan base. Recently, Lily shared behind-the-scenes moments from filming in France and later in Rome, Italy, for the upcoming season. In early May, Lily confirmed that season four would be released in two parts, promising fans even more exciting adventures. The first five episodes are set to debut on August 15, with the remaining episodes following in September. The ensemble cast, including 31-year-old Lucien Laviscount as Emily’s British love interest Alfie and 61-year-old Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu as her Parisian boss Sylvie, hinted at a dramatic new season. Lucien described the upcoming episodes as “chaotic” and “heartbreaking,” while Philippine teased the season’s central theme: “revenge.”