If you’re excited about the return of "Riverdale" for its fourth season, then keep reading for fun facts on Betty Cooper herself, actress Lili Reinhart. And be sure to tune in for the new season on October 9th on The CW!
Fun Facts
- Lili was born in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Her birthday is September 13, 1996 which makes her astrological sign a Leo.
- She is 5 feet 6 inches tall.
- She participated in sports as a kid but admits they were not her strength.
Acting
- Her passion for acting started when she was a kid in the mid-west. Her mom even drove her to New York for some auditions.
- Lili moved to LA when she was 18 to chase her dream of acting in TV and movies.
- She’s an example is persevering and not giving up. She almost gave up on acting after five months in LA, but look at where she is now!
Television
- Lili has openly talked about how she has struggled with depression and anxiety, particularly when she moved to LA to pursue acting. The role of Betty Cooper came to her when she was going through an especially difficult time, and she credits the show with helping her get back to a healthy place.
- She and "Riverdale" co-star Cole Sprouse started dating in 2017 and they made their first red carpet appearance together at the Met Gala in 2019. Their characters Betty and Jughead have also dated on the show.
- It was reported in July that Lili and Cole broke up, but the duo took to social media to dispel the rumors in hilarious fashion.
- Lili is close friends with another "Riverdale" co-star Camila Mendes who plays Veronica Lodge. We love a real life Betty and Veronica friendship!
- She has been on a number of TV shows other than "Riverdale," including "Law & Order: SVU," and "Surviving Jack."
Movies
- Lili is in the movie Hustlers with JLo, Constance Wu, Keke Palmer, Lizzo, and Cardi B. Be sure to ask your parents before watching this one since it is rated R.
- She stars in the upcoming movie Chemical Hearts a love story about a student who finds her calling in working at the school newspaper. It will be released in 2020.
- Lili Reinhart also serves as Executive Producer on Chemical Hearts.
Fashion and Makeup
- Lili was featured in the Rodarte Spring 2020 collection along with the likes of Kirsten Dunst, Gabrielle Union, Kiernan Shipka, Maya Erskine, Rowan Blanchard, and King Princess.
- Lili is passionate about makeup, giving tutorials and even doing some of her own makeup on "Riverdale."
Family
- Lili is very close with her family and has spoken about how supportive they are. Her dad would bring flowers to all her musical theater shows!
- Lili has an older sister named Chloe, and a younger sister named Tess.
- Her dad coached several of her sports teams as a kid.
Tell Us What You Know
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