Lily Collins, the actress known for her role in 'Emily in Paris', is reportedly shifting her base from Los Angeles to London. The move is reportedly to facilitate her daughter, Tove, attending a UK school. Collins, alongside her husband, film director Charlie McDowell, plans to relocate their family to the British capital.
The actress's stated intention for the move centers on her daughter's schooling and a desire to recreate a childhood connection to England for Tove. A source indicated Collins' longing for her daughter to experience the English countryside, a formative element of her own upbringing. Collins herself moved between West Sussex and LA during her youth before establishing a full-time presence in the US for her career.
Collins has previously expressed affection for London, noting last January that the city "felt like home." Her connection to the city extends to professional endeavors, including a West End theatre debut. She has also voiced a desire for her popular Netflix series, 'Emily in Paris', to potentially film in London, a concept she has actively promoted. This ambition aligns with speculation regarding potential new filming locations for the show, particularly following its move to Rome in earlier seasons.
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The timing of this reported relocation coincides with recent career developments, including the fifth season of 'Emily in Paris' premiering in December 2025 and discussions about future seasons potentially exploring new settings. Collins has expressed interest in such narrative shifts for the show.
Her daughter, Tove, was born in January, with Collins and McDowell welcoming their child via a surrogate. The actress has spoken about motherhood, describing it as "the greatest gift." She returned to work on 'Emily in Paris' approximately four months after Tove's birth, with filming taking place in Rome.