Sophia Lillis

Sophia Lillis
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Sophia Lillis
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(23 y.o.)
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Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.
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4'12 ft ()
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99 lb (45 kg)
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single
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Biography of Sophia Lillis

Sophia Lillis is an American actress who gained fame for her role in the horror film "It." This breakout role caught critics' attention, leading to Amy Adams casting her in the HBO series "Sharp Objects" as the younger version of her character.
Sophia Lillis
Sophia Lillis

Childhood and Family

Sophia Lillis was born on February 13, 2002, in Brooklyn, a borough of New York. Her parents, Juliana and David, divorced when she was young, and her mother—a costume designer—later remarried. Sophia's stepfather became Christopher Mellevold, a photographer and director.
Sofia Lillis as a kid
Sofia Lillis as a kid
Sophia has a twin brother, Jake, who was born one minute earlier. Speaking about him, she recalled: "He has always been really smart, has an amazing memory, and an incredibly organized mind."
Sofia and her twin brother Jake
Sofia and her twin brother Jake

Acting Career

Sophia started performing on stage at just 7 years old when she entered the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, the prestigious acting school that's launched countless famous careers.
Sofia made her stage debut early
Sofia made her stage debut early
In 2014, the young actress landed her first leading role in Dagny Looper's short film "Lipstick Stain," exploring the complex relationship between a father and daughter.
The Lipstick Stain short film starring Sophia Lillis
The following year, Sophia nabbed a small role in "A Midsummer Night's Dream," director Julie Taymor's adaptation of Shakespeare's romantic comedy.
Sophia Lillis Reacts To Adorable First Acting Video At Age 7
In 2016, Sophia appeared in the drama "37," which tells the chilling true story of a young woman murdered in front of 37 witnesses. The lead role in the film was played by Samira Wiley. That same year, Lillis also appeared in Polish-American director Natalia Iyudin's short film "The Garden." In August 2017, Lillis appeared in two episodes of the weekly entertainment show "Movie TriviaSchmoedown." She also worked again with director Dagny Looper, starring in her short film "Tiny Mammals".
Sofia Lillis in 37
Sofia Lillis in 37
September 2017 brought the release of "It," the horror adaptation of Stephen King's novel. The film follows a group of kids terrorized by a monstrous clown (Bill Skarsgård). Sophia played Beverly Marsh - the only girl among the main characters. Marsh comes from a low-income family and constantly endures abuse from her tyrannical father.
Sofia Lillis as Beverly Marsh
"I'm already used to such scenes, to be honest," Lillis says about the episodes where her character suffers her father's (Stephen Bogaert) abuse. "All the roles I usually play are characters with tragic backgrounds."
Sofia Lillis in It (2017)
Sofia Lillis in It (2017)
Beverly is an honest, brave girl who secretly captures the hearts of half the boys in the group.
It's amazing how strong she is and how desperate she is. She's very much like someone I'd like to be: she had the courage to go into the clown's trap, who could have killed her at any moment.
Marsh's friends were played by Jaeden Martell, Jeremy Ray Taylor, Finn Wolfhard, Wyatt Oleff, Jack Grazer, and Chosen Jacobs. The film won the 2017 Golden Trailer Award for "Best Horror."

In October 2017, Lillis starred in the music video for "The War on Drugs" song "Nothing to Find."
The War on Drugs – Nothing To Find
Next, Sophia scored a role in the HBO series "Sharp Objects." The psychological thriller follows reporter Camille Preaker as she returns to her hometown to investigate a brutal murder while confronting her own dark past. Amy Adams starred as the lead, with Sophia playing young Camille in flashbacks.
Sofia Lillis in Sharp Objects
Sofia Lillis in Sharp Objects
In 2019, Sophia took on the iconic teen sleuth in "Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase." She brought the beloved curious and clever detective to life on screen. Around the same time, she was also filming "It Chapter Two."
Sofia Lillis as Nancy Drew
Sofia Lillis as Nancy Drew
Sophia then starred in the dark reimagining "Gretel & Hansel," director Oz Perkins' twisted take on the classic fairy tale. As young Gretel, she finds herself trapped in a witch's lair with her brother, though danger isn't immediately apparent.
Sofia Lillis in Gretel & Hansel
Sofia Lillis in Gretel & Hansel
In 2020, Sophia captivated Netflix audiences as Sydney Novak, a teenage outcast who develops supernatural powers following her father's tragic death in "I Am Not Okay With This."
A still from I Am Not Okay With That
A still from I Am Not Okay With That

Sophia Lillis's Personal Life

Sophia keeps her personal life largely private. Though she's been linked romantically to co-star Jaeden Martell, neither has confirmed the speculation.
Sofie Lillis and Jaeden Martell
Sofie Lillis and Jaeden Martell
Behind the scenes, Sophia's passion for photography shines through as she captures candid moments of cast and crew between takes. She credits her stepfather with nurturing her love for cameras and black-and-white photography.
Sophia Lillis First Talks About Her First Times

Sophia Lillis Now

Spring 2023 brought "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" to theaters, the big-screen adaptation of the beloved tabletop game. Sophia scored a key role as Doric, a shape-shifting druid with the power to transform into various animals.
Sofia Lillis in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
Sofia Lillis in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
She also joined Wes Anderson's ensemble cast for "Asteroid City," which premiered in summer 2023.

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