Lily Chee Biography

Discovery in the Produce Aisle
Lily Chee's ascent to fame began unexpectedly during a routine trip to the supermarket. Discovered in the potato aisle, she went from casual grocery shopping to modeling.


Modeling Career
Of Malaysian and Irish descent, she embodies the diverse American identity and holds dual citizenship. Discovered at age nine by a Nike casting agent, Lily's modeling career was launched, leading to opportunities with Old Navy, Target, and high-fashion brands like Dior Beauty and Marc Jacobs. Not limited to still photos, she conquered the runway at just 12, modeling for Petite Parade.


Transition to Acting
Lily's foray into acting demonstrated her versatility. Her notable role as Young Elektra in the Netflix series 'Daredevil' was a significant shift from modeling to on-screen performance. Her acting repertoire expanded with appearances in films like 'Sunset Park' and web series such as 'Chicken Girls,' as well as TV shows including 'New Amsterdam' and 'Zoe Valentine.'


Social Media and Influence
With a thriving Instagram community of 1.6 million followers and a YouTube following of 305,000, Lily Chee's online presence is strong. Her content has evolved from simple food snaps to professionally edited videos.


Interests
Behind the scenes, Lily Chee is known for her dedication to fitness, her appreciation of Lana Del Rey's music, and her love for the ocean, which she humorously suggests might make her a mermaid. She embraces her Virgo traits and maintains a level of privacy despite her public persona, enjoying the subtleties of life away from the camera's flash.
