Lili Pauline Reinhart was born on September 13, 1996, in Cleveland, Ohio. She grew up in Bay Village, Ohio, and has German and French ancestry. From a young age, Reinhart developed a passion for performing and participated in local theater productions. She began pursuing acting professionally in her teens, moving to Los Angeles at the age of 18.
Reinhart began her acting career with small roles in television series and independent films. Some of her early appearances include guest spots on shows like “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (2014) and “Surviving Jack” (2014). She also appeared in the films “The Kings of Summer” (2013) and “Miss Stevens” (2016).
Her breakthrough role came in 2017 when she was cast as Betty Cooper in The CW’s teen drama series “Riverdale,” based on the Archie Comics. The series was a commercial success and garnered Reinhart widespread recognition and critical acclaim.
Besides “Riverdale,” Reinhart has starred in several films, demonstrating her versatility as an actress. Her notable film credits include:
Reinhart has received several nominations for her performances, including multiple Teen Choice Awards nominations and a People’s Choice Award nomination for her role in “Riverdale.” She has also been praised for her advocacy for mental health awareness and body positivity.
In addition to her acting career, Reinhart is also a published author. Her poetry book, “Swimming Lessons,” was released in 2020