Lily Collins reveals she ‘loves being engaged’ to Charlie MacDowell

Lily Collins has revealed she ‘loved being engaged’, as she moved into her new status after her engagement to Charlie McDowell in September.

The 31-year-old actress, daughter of British rocker Phil Collins, recently unveiled her new Netflix show Emily In Paris – and rather than focusing on her next career step, the star admitted she was embracing the life of the future. wife. .

In a new interview with Rollacoaster magazine, she said: ‘I’m just keeping my fingers crossed for a season two for Emily. I like to be engaged.

Completely engaged: Lily Collins revealed she ‘loved to be engaged’, as she moved into her new status after her engagement to Charlie McDowell in September

“I take the time to really read and think about what to expect. In the meantime, I embrace the thrilling experience of being a bride and what it all means and sitting in that excitement.

And Lily has revealed that relaxing nature walks with filmmaker Charlie, 37 – son of Malcolm McDowell and Mary Steenburgen – have helped her over the past few months.

She added, “I’ve had times that are completely high and low … Every morning we wake up and there’s something new going on, and it’s been so important to me, my fiance and our little dog to continue to have in nature.

Take a trip down the aisle: Lily and Charlie McDowell confirmed their engagement in September. Photographed together in January

“We took a few road trips to breathe, explore and feel inspired. It was a great time for more thinking and soul-searching and for prioritizing and understanding things.

The Mirror Mirror actress confirmed her engagement on Instagram in September.

Posting a photo on Instagram of the couple kissing as Lily showed off her ring, the Surrey-born actress wrote: ‘I’m waiting for you with my life and can’t wait to spend our lives together.

Lily previously confirmed that she and Charlie were dating by making their romance official on Instagram in 2019.

Cat: The actress opened up about her relationship during an interview with Rollacoaster magazine

And a few months later, the couple adopted a rescue dog named Redford – who is “ a mix of a few different breeds ” – after falling in love when they saw him at Love Leo Rescue in Los Angeles, California. .

Charlie took to his Instagram account to introduce his fans to his pup and wrote at the time: ‘I would like to introduce Redford to everyone. The new member of the family.

“A mix of a few different breeds, including the Pug. Her mother and six other siblings were dropped off at a shelter and then traveled to @loveleorescue.

Relaxation: Lily revealed that relaxing nature walks with filmmaker Charlie, 37 – son of Malcolm McDowell and Mary Steenburgen – have helped her over the past few months

“ What an incredible rescue and if you are thinking about adopting a dog I strongly encourage you to contact Sasha. Feeling very lucky and full of love.

Available Now: Read Lily’s full interview, available now on rollacoaster.tv

“Marvin, if you hear me, I miss you every moment. You will never be replaced. And as I write this and the tears roll down my face, Redford licks them up, which I think you would approve of. [sic]

The couple also set up an Instagram account for Redford where they share photos of their four-legged friend.

Before romanticizing Lily, writer and director Charlie was previously in a relationship with Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke.

Lily has previously dated Jamie Campbell Bower and sparked romance rumors with Zac Efron.

Read the full interview with Lily Collins, available now at rollacoaster.tv.

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