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After the launch of the fourth season of Emily in Paris, although the plot and the role of Emily, the heroine, caused many roast from the audience, the show still has a high popularity. Lily Collins, who played the female lead Emily, was one of the key factors in the success of this drama.
Although many people may assume that if other actors were cast, the response to the series would be the same, Lily Collins’ personal charm and the traits she imbues into the characters undoubtedly add a lot of points to this show.
Lily Collins: From ‘Brainless Star Second Generation’ to High Emotional Intelligence Idol
When the first season of “Emily in Paris” aired, Lily Collins mentioned in an interview that she believed Emily was about 22 years old and had just graduated from college. This answer has sparked a lot of controversy, with viewers believing that Emily’s setting is not in line with her age, and even some criticizing her as an inexperienced “brainless second-generation star”.
Faced with these doubts, Lily did not respond strongly, but instead resolved the crisis with high emotional intelligence. She posted a still of Emily on social media, jokingly saying, “You may not be 22 years old, but sometimes your behavior is really similar
This humorous and calm response has won back the favor of many people, showing that she is not only beautiful on the outside, but also has wisdom and emotional intelligence.
Strength oriented Star Second Generation: Prove Yourself with Talent
Lily Collins is often misunderstood as a “vase” who has made her way into the entertainment industry through her family background and beauty. Her father is rock star Phil Collins, who has won seven Grammy Awards, and even created the theme song of Disney animation Mount Taishan, and won the Oscar and Golden Globe Awards. As a second-generation star, Lily Collins naturally has a unique background, but she is not willing to rely on these halos.
Lily chooses to win the audience’s recognition through her talent and hard work. She not only possesses the classical temperament of a modern version of Audrey Hepburn, but also gradually established herself in the entertainment industry with outstanding performances and work attitude.
From a journalist’s dream to a writer’s dream
Before entering the entertainment industry, Lily Collins dreamed of becoming a journalist. She was admitted to the Journalism Department of the University of Southern California and wrote columns for various media outlets such as Seventeen, Los Angeles Times, and Teen Vogue.
She even worked as an intern journalist conducting interviews during the US presidential election, accumulating a lot of news experience.
In addition, Lily has a great passion for writing and has published an autobiography titled ‘Unfiltered: No Shame’, No Regrets, Just Me》， She shared the lows she experienced during her upbringing, including her parents’ divorce, being discriminated against by classmates, and struggling with anorexia.
This book has helped many people rediscover her resilience and inner world, earning more respect.
Passionate about sports: a versatile girl with both civil and military skills
Although Lily Collins gives people an impression of being gentle and elegant, in fact, she loves sports very much. She has stated in various interviews that she enjoys maintaining vitality and health through exercise, especially aerobic activities such as basketball, football, volleyball, jogging, swimming, etc.
In addition, she will also engage in muscle training to maintain her body’s strength and flexibility.
Lily has been fond of outdoor sports since childhood and learned water skiing at the age of 4. In addition, she also enjoys skiing, horseback riding, and hiking. Her restlessness and self-discipline have added another unique charm to her.
Focused on work and low-key lifestyle
Lily Collins has been a child star since the age of 2, appearing in the BBC series’ Growing Pains’. For many years, she has focused on her work and rarely been plagued by negative news. She not only demonstrated superb performance in light comedies like ‘Emily in Paris’, but also continued to prove her strength through other works.
In the future, Lily will also star and serve as the producer of the live action film ‘Polly Pocket’, demonstrating that she is not just an actress, but also a versatile creator.
Despite some controversy surrounding the character design in “Emily in Paris,” Lily Collins has won the hearts of audiences with her intelligence, talent, and high emotional intelligence. There is a significant difference between her and the character of Emily. Lily is not only a smart and independent woman, but has also proven her strength in the entertainment industry through years of hard work. She refused to just be a “vase” and instead demonstrated her inner qualities and talents through practical actions. In future works, Lily Collins will undoubtedly continue to shine and be highly anticipated.