Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1967-02-20
- Born Place: Glencoe, Illinois, USA
Also Known As:
Lili Anne Taylor, 莉莉·泰勒, لیلی تیلور
Lili Taylor
Lili Taylor is a highly respected American actress known for her compelling and often intense performances across independent film, mainstream cinema, television, and theater. Born on February 20, 1967, in Glencoe, Illinois, she began her career in the late 1980s, quickly establishing herself as a prominent figure in the independent film scene. Her early notable roles include Mystic Pizza (1988), Say Anything... (1989), and Dogfight (1991), which showcased her ability to embody complex and often unconventional characters.Taylor has consistently worked with acclaimed directors and has been recognized for her raw, grounded, and deeply human portrayals. Some of her most celebrated independent film credits include The Addiction (1995), I Shot Andy Warhol (1996), for which she received widespread critical acclaim, and Household Saints (1993), which earned her an Independent Spirit Award.Beyond independent cinema, Taylor has had significant roles in mainstream productions such as Ransom (1996), High Fidelity (2000), Public Enemies (2009), The Maze Runner (2014), and particularly her chilling performance as Carolyn Perron in the horror hit The Conjuring (2013). Her television work is equally distinguished, with a memorable role as Lisa Kimmel Fisher in the critically acclaimed HBO series Six Feet Under (2001-2005), for which she received an Emmy nomination. She has also appeared in series like Outer Range (2022-2024), Manhunt (2024), and is slated for Daredevil: Born Again (2025). Most recently, she played VP Dolores Brekenridge in the Netflix film Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025), which was released on May 23, 2025. Her career reflects a dedication to authentic and multifaceted roles, making her one of the most distinctive and enduring actresses of her generation.
