Lily Cole Biography: Awards, Age, Net Worth, Boyfriend, Height, Nationality, Movies

Lily Luahana Cole, professionally known as Lily Cole, is an English model, actress, author, entrepreneur, filmmaker, and environmental activist.

She rose to international prominence in the 2000s as one of the world’s most successful fashion models, earning the British Fashion Award for Model of the Year.

Beyond fashion, she has built a respected career in film, publishing, and social entrepreneurship, while advocating for environmental sustainability through her books, public speaking, and the technology platform Impossible.

Lily Cole
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Lily Luahana Cole
Stage Name:	Lily Cole
Born:	December 27, 1987 (age 38 years old)
Place of Birth:	Torquay, Devon, England, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	White
Height:	5 feet 10½ inches (179 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Chris Cole, Patience Owen
Siblings:	Elvie Cole
Spouse:	Kwame Ferreira
Relationship:	Dating
Children:	Wylde Cole Ferreira
Occupation:	Model, Actress, Author, Entrepreneur, Film Director, Environmental Activist
Net Worth:	$18 million

Early Life and Education

Lily Cole was born on December 27, 1987, in Torquay, Devon, England.

She spent her childhood under the care of Chris Cole and Patience Owen. Her ethnicity is White, and her religion is Christianity. She grew up alongside her sister, Elvie Cole.

Lily Cole attended Hallfield Primary School, Sylvia Young Theatre School, St Marylebone School, and Latymer Upper School before gaining admission to the University of Cambridge.

Initially accepted to study Social and Political Sciences, she later switched to History of Art and graduated in 2011 with a double first-class degree.

Career

Lily Cole entered the fashion industry at the age of 14 after being discovered in London.

Her distinctive red hair and unique appearance quickly attracted major designers and luxury fashion houses, leading to campaigns for Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschino, Longchamp, and numerous international brands.

She became one of the youngest models to appear on the cover of British Vogue and received the Model of the Year award at the 2004 British Fashion Awards.

Expanding beyond modeling, she established herself as an actress through films including The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, Snow White and the Huntsman, The Moth Diaries, There Be Dragons, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, London Fields, Hilma, and The Split.

Alongside her entertainment career, she founded Impossible, a social enterprise promoting sustainable innovation; authored the environmental book Who Cares Wins; directed films; hosted documentaries; and has become an internationally recognized advocate for climate action and ethical technology.

Awards and Nominations

• British Fashion Awards – Model of the Year (Winner, 2004)
• Glasgow Caledonian University – Honorary Doctorate for Humanitarian and Environmental Contributions (2013)
• Scream Awards – Best Fantasy Actress (The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus) – Nominee

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @lilycole
• Facebook: Lily Cole
• X (Twitter): @lilycole

Personal Life

Lily Cole, 38, is currently in a long-term relationship with Kwame Ferreira. The couple welcomed their daughter, Wylde Cole Ferreira, in 2015. There are no verified reports of any previous public relationships.

She has a strong interest in environmental conservation, sustainable development, photography, writing, humanitarian projects, and ethical technology.

She also follows a predominantly plant-based lifestyle. Her height is 5 feet 10½ inches (179 cm).

Net Worth

Lily Cole has an estimated net worth of $18 million USD.

Her wealth comes from a highly successful modeling career, acting roles in films and television, book sales, public speaking engagements, entrepreneurial ventures, brand endorsements, documentary projects, and her social enterprise Impossible.

Her continued work in environmental advocacy, publishing, and creative industries has further strengthened her financial portfolio.

Filmography

• Hilma (2022)
• The Split (2022)
• London Fields (2018)
• Upstart Crow (2018)
• Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)
• Elizabeth I (2017)
• Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie (2016)
• The Messenger (2015)
• Gravy (2015)
• Orion (2015)
• Red Shoes (2013)
• Snow White and the Huntsman (2012)
• Confession of a Child of the Century (2012)
• The Moth Diaries (2011)
• Doctor Who (2011)
• There Be Dragons (2011)
• The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009)
• Rage (2009)
• St. Trinian’s (2007)