Lily Collins marked the end of a major chapter after filming her final day as Emily Cooper on Emily in Paris. The actress shared an emotional Instagram message reflecting on the character she played across six seasons.
Collins had portrayed Emily since the Netflix series premiered in 2020. After seven years connected to the project, she described leaving the role as both surreal and bittersweet.
Lily Collins says goodbye to Emily Cooper after wrapping her final day on Emily in Paris
Collins reflected on how much Emily Cooper had shaped her life while sharing her farewell on Instagram.
“I’m speechless. It’s impossible to find the words for what this journey has meant to me,” Collins wrote. “For so many years, Emily has been a part of my life, and through every season, she’s continued to surprise me, inspire me, and challenge me.”
The actress also thanked creator Darren Star for trusting her with the character. Collins described Emily as an optimistic American who repeatedly found herself outside her comfort zone while building a new life in Paris.
As per Variety she also recognized the writers, directors, crew and cast members who helped create the series. Collins said the people she worked with had become family during the show’s run.
The Lily Collins Emily in Paris journey stretched across seven years and six seasons. Collins specifically thanked viewers for continuing to support the series throughout that period.
“And merci to all of you who have been supporting us over these past 7 years and 6 seasons, keeping us inspired to dream bigger along our epic adventure,” she wrote.
Collins became particularly emotional while closing her message. She said she would always carry the experience with her and expressed pride in having played Emily.
“Saying goodbye feels completely surreal and bittersweet, but mostly, I feel so incredibly proud and grateful that I got to be her,” Collins wrote.
She ended the tribute with a simple farewell: “Au revoir, Emily Cooper…”
Emily in Paris began in 2020 and wrapped up with Season 6, which was set for a December 24 release. The cast also included Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, William Abadie, Lucien Laviscount, Minnie Driver and Paul Forman.
For Lily Collins, her final day closed a seven-year chapter built around one of her most recognizable roles.
