Lily Rose Depp is set to star in “The Idol,”a new series created by Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and “Euphoria” creator Sam Levinson.
The 23-year-old actress will play a cult leader in the HBO series, according to reports. The series is being described as a ” contemporary take on the classic story of a pop singer who enters a relationship with an enigmatic Los Angeles club owner who turns out to be the leader of a secret cult.”
The Weeknd will also star in the series and co-write and co-produce alongside Levinson. Lily Rose Depp is best known for starring in the 2016 film “Yoga Hosers” and 2018’s “The King.”
Depp described the project as “pushing the boundaries” and said she was “honored” to work with Levinson and The Weeknd. Details on when the series may premiere are scarce for now, but Lily Rose Depp’s casting suggests “The Idol” has moved closer to production.
Who is Lily-Rose Depp
Lily-Rose Depp is a French-American actress and model. She was born on May 27, 1999 in Paris, France to actress Vanessa Paradis and actor Johnny Depp.
She began her career as a model at the age of 14, modeling for Chanel along with her mother. In 2015, she made her acting debut in the film “Tusk” alongside her father Johnny Depp. Since then, she has appeared in films such as “Planetarium” (2016), “Yoga Hosers” (2016), and “A Faithful Man” (2018).
In 2019, Lily-Rose gained wider recognition and acclaim for her role in “The King” portraying Catherine of Valois, the young wife of King Henry V of England. For this role, she was nominated for a Rising Star Award at the 2020 BAFTAs.
Outside of acting and modeling, Lily-Rose is also known for her style choices and is frequently featured on best dressed lists. She cited actress Natalie Portman and model Kate Moss as influences on her sense of style.
Lily-Rose currently splits her time between Paris and New York City. She speaks French fluently due to her French upbringing and background. In 2020, she was named as the new face of the Chanel No. 5 L’Eau perfume.
Lily-Rose Depp is an up-and-coming actress who is steadily building an impressive film resume while also establishing herself as a rising star and fashion icon. She continues to gain more opportunities and recognition with each new project.