
Lily Collins Bids Emotional Farewell as 'Emily in Paris' Wraps Final Day of Filming
The actress officially wrapped production on the series finale after seven years playing Emily Cooper.
By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read
Lily Collins has officially said her final goodbye to the character that dominated pop-culture conversations for nearly a decade. The acclaimed screen star marked a major career milestone on Friday after completing her very last scene on the set of *Emily in Paris*, bringing a definitive close to her time starring in the global phenomenon. After spending seven memorable years embodying lead character Emily Cooper, Collins reportedly delivered a deeply emotional farewell as the hit television production reached its end. The lead star has stood at the absolute center of the show since its initial debut, guiding the fan-favorite franchise through endless seasons of chaotic romance, high-stakes career moves, and wildly discussed fashion statements. Reports indicate that Friday stood as the final official day of shooting for the series finale, wrapping up seven years of filming. Those on set confirmed that the final moments were filled with deep emotion and tears as Collins, along with the dedicated cast and crew, officially wrapped production on the project's very last episode.
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The completion of production signals the end of a major chapter for Collins, who spent seven straight years bringing the ambitious American marketing executive to life. Over the course of the long-running series, her portrayal turned Emily Cooper into an instantly recognizable television figure, prompting constant viral commentary, cultural debate, and style analysis across the globe. Saying farewell to the signature role after seven years marks a massive transition for the lead actress. Reports note that the mood on set during the final production day was heavy with sentiment, as Collins looked back on the incredible journey and the close bonds forged with the production team throughout their seven-year stint together.
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With filming on the series finale now officially complete, worldwide fans are preparing for the ultimate broadcast of Emily's last chapter. Followers of the show who watched every step of her whirlwind European romance are eagerly waiting to see how the beloved character's story will ultimately draw to a close. Although the cameras have officially stopped rolling on location, Collins' lead performance leaves behind a massive imprint on pop culture. After seven full years of headlining the series, the actress bids a lasting farewell to the iconic role that solidified her place in streaming TV history.
The backstory
Verified moments, in order.
Lily Collins: The road to Emily Cooper
A football drama and a fairy-tale lead put Collins on screen before Emily Cooper makes Paris her calling card. Along the way come an eating-disorder memoir, scrutiny and a family of her own.
A foothold in Hollywood

Collins plays Collins Tuohy, daughter of Sandra Bullock’s character, in The Blind Side. The daughter of musician Phil Collins reaches a mass film audience with the football drama.
Snow White takes the lead

Collins stars as Snow White opposite Julia Roberts’s Evil Queen in Mirror Mirror. The role moves her from supporting player to the center of a studio fairy tale.
A Golden Globe nomination follows

Collins plays aspiring actress Marla Mabrey in Warren Beatty’s Rules Don’t Apply. In December, the performance earns her a Golden Globe nomination for best actress in a motion picture, musical or comedy.
- Flashpoint
Her eating-disorder history enters the spotlight

Collins discusses her experience of eating disorders in her essay collection, Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me. She also stars as a young woman with anorexia in To the Bone. The film draws criticism over whether its imagery risks glamorizing the illness.
- 2020-10-02Flashpoint
Emily arrives—and divides viewers

Emily in Paris premieres on Netflix, with Collins starring as American marketing executive Emily Cooper and serving as a producer. The series becomes her signature television role while drawing criticism for its French stereotypes and idealized view of Paris.
- 2021-09-04
A Colorado wedding

Collins marries filmmaker Charlie McDowell at Dunton Hot Springs in Colorado. The wedding follows their engagement in September 2020.
- 2025-01-31
Motherhood becomes part of the story

Collins and McDowell announce the arrival of their first child, daughter Tove Jane McDowell,. Their announcement thanks the surrogate and those who helped them become parents.
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- Is Emily in Paris officially ending?
- Yes, filming wrapped on the series finale on Friday, bringing production on the show to an end after seven years.
- How long did Lily Collins play Emily Cooper?
- Lily Collins starred as Emily Cooper for seven years from the show's debut until filming concluded.
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