Lily-Rose Melody Depp made her feature film debut in 2014 with a role in the horror comedy Tusk. Since that introduction, she has established a career spanning international film productions, high-fashion modelling, and musical performance. Holding dual citizenship in France and the United States, she navigates a professional landscape that frequently bridges European independent cinema and mainstream American media.
Early Career and Modeling
Born in 1999 in Paris, she attended the Oakwood School in Los Angeles and the International School of Paris. Her early professional trajectory was marked by a rapid entry into the fashion industry. In 2015, at age 16, she became a brand ambassador for Chanel, a role overseen by Karl Lagerfeld. She has since served as a prominent face for the brand, appearing in campaigns and on runways, while featuring in publications such as Vogue, Elle, and i-D.
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After her debut in Tusk, she reprised her character in the 2016 spin-off Yoga Hosers. Her transition into major dramatic roles occurred with The Dancer, where she portrayed Isadora Duncan. This performance earned her nominations for Most Promising Actress at the 42nd César Awards and Best Female Revelation at the 22nd Lumières Awards. She subsequently collaborated with Natalie Portman in Planetarium and starred in the French-language films Les Fauves and A Faithful Man.
Mainstream Projects and Music
Her filmography expanded into larger-scale productions, including the historical epic The King, released on Netflix in 2019. In 2023, she starred in the HBO drama series The Idol. Beyond her on-screen work, she contributed to the series soundtrack; her single "One of the Girls" reached the Billboard Hot 100 and exceeded one billion streams on Spotify. In 2024, she garnered critical attention for her performance in the horror film Nosferatu.
Fast facts
- Born: 27 May 1999, Paris
- Citizenship: France and United States
- Education: Oakwood School, International School of Paris
- Modeling debut: 2015, Chanel
- Film debut: 2014, Tusk
- Languages: English, French
- Affiliation: Collectif 50/50
Questions readers ask
What is Lily-Rose Depp's professional background?
She is an actor, singer, and model represented by the Creative Artists Agency.
What notable films has she appeared in?
Her filmography includes Tusk, The Dancer, The King, Crisis, and Nosferatu.
Achievements
- Worked as actor, model and film actor
