Lily Collins addressed the push-pull of new motherhood and set life in refreshingly direct terms. The “Emily in Paris” lead said the past months brought a steep learning curve after welcoming daughter Tove via surrogacy with her husband Charlie McDowell, then heading straight into season 5 filming.
Consequently, Collins’ newborn chapter forced schedule changes and a mindset shift. Still, the actress underscored gratitude for both roles. Moreover, she noted that letting go of perfection helped her on and off camera.
Despite ‘struggle,’ Lily Collins is ‘grateful’ for motherhood and work
As per The Sun report dated December 16, 2025, Lliy Collins explained the timeline and the toll. She said, “When we started shooting this season, my daughter was about three and a half months.” She added, “It’s a struggle, and I’m just so grateful to be able to do both.” Therefore, Collins starrer “Emily in Paris” workdays now run through a different filter.
The 36-year-old also described letting go of old habits to survive the newborn phase of her daughter. She told producers, “I’m really good with knowing my lines, but this year, give me some grace. I’ve not slept; I’m very tired, and I may not be on my game.”
Furthermore, Collins said, “I took my hands off perfectionism.” The adjustment had a side effect she could count. “Who was in the blooper reel more this year? Me. Who had more fun this year? Me.”
Creatively, the shift bled into Emily. Lily Collins noted, “Emily season one was very close to who I was.” However, she added, “Emily this season is the closest to who I am,” pointing to a looser, less rigid lead. Consequently, “Emily in Paris” season 5 reflects a more realistic pace, even as the fashion remains dialed up.
The actress also shared a small home detail that anchors the mornings. “What is she listening to right now? In our household, Grandpa P! My dad, we play him every morning,” she said, citing her father Phil Collins. “Every morning it’s Invisible Touch, In The Air Tonight. The only person to rival Grandpa P is Caspar Babypants!” Additionally, she confirmed baby Tove’s first Christmas excitement, though naps still rule.
Altogether, Lily Collins is recalibrating without apology. The workload remains heavy, yet the priorities are clear. And for fans, it means a steadier star who can admit the complex parts, then keep going.
Originally reported by Santanu Das on Reality Tea.
