Everything you need to know about Lily-Rose Depp, the star of "the Idol"

Lily-Rose Depp has captured hearts with her mesmerising presence both on and off the screen – but how well do you really know the star herself?

By Her World Team - 13 Jun 2023

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She may be a nepo baby, but Lily-Rose Depp is definitely making her mark this year, after having been featured as the star of HBO’s latest controversial series, The Idol. For the unacquainted, the new show on the platform is centred around an aspiring pop idol (Lily-Rose Depp) and her complicated relationship with Tedros, a self-help guru and cult leader, played by Canadian popstar, The Weeknd. Of course, aside from the contentious plot of the first episode from fans, the show has been garnering lots of attention thanks to its star-studded cast which features the likes of Jennie Ruby Jane, Troye Sivan and Lizzo.

The show has sparked lots of talk about Lily-Rose – many commented on her role as Jocelyn and the internet couldn’t stop talking about her flesh-laden and sensual ensembles. But the thing is, what do we really know about the actress and model herself?

Lily-Rose carved out her own route in the fields of acting and modelling, leaving a mark on the entertainment business. And with a lineage that combines French elegance and Hollywood allure, she effortlessly embodies the essence of her famous parents while radiating her own unique charm.

To find out more about the star of ‘The Idol’ herself, ahead, we’ve compiled a list of things you might not know about Lily-Rose Depp.

She’s a Gemini

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Lily-Rose Depp was born on May 27, 1999, in Paris, France. And of course, if you didn’t already know, she’s also the daughter of actor Johnny Depp and French singer Vanessa Paradis. Despite having famous parents, Lily-Rose has mentioned that she prefers to be recognised for her own work and talent rather than her family background.

She started acting at the age of 15

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Lily-Rose first made her acting debut in 2014 at the age of 15 in the film "Tusk" that was directed by Kevin Smith, and acted alongside her dad, Johnny Depp, who played the role of Guy Lapointe in the film.

She landed her first big role in 2016

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Lily-Rose gained international recognition for her role as Isadora Duncan in the 2016 film "The Dancer." Critics praised her role in the film, which led to her being nominated for a César Award for Most Promising Actress.

She’s an ambassador for Chanel

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Just like Jennie, Lily-Rose is also the House ambassador for Chanel and started when she became the face of Chanel's fragrance, Chanel No. 5 L'Eau back in 2015. She follows in the fashion footsteps of her mother French artist Vanessa Paradis.

She’s fluent in both English and French

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Having grown up in France and the United States, Lily-Rose is bilingual and fluent in French thanks to her French mother and upbringing – she even attended school in France. In fact, she has starred in a number of French-language movies and featured in many French magazines.

She’s a fashion icon

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No surprises here but Lily-Rose is a force to be reckoned with in the fashion industry. Aside from her controversial outfits in ‘The Idol’, the star is regarded as a fashion icon and has been praised for her red carpet appearances.

She’s an animal lover

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Wonder if she’s a cat or dog person? Well, Lily-Rose would most probably choose both. Over the years, Lily-Rose shared multiple photos and videos of her furry friends on her Instagram. Not only does she have an English bulldog named Peach, but she also has an adorable fluffy cat named Ed whom she also calls Pumpkin.

She’s dating 070 Shake

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The actress is currently dating rapper 070 Shake (AKA Danielle Balbuena). They went public with the relationship on May 12 and revealed that they started dating in January 2023. Before 070 Shake, Lily-Rose was in relationships with stars like Ash Stymest, Timothee Chalamet, Austin Butler, and Yassine Stein.