Lili Reinhart became a household name as Betty Cooper on The CW’s Riverdale, but her path to stardom was anything but overnight. Born Lili Pauline Reinhart on September 13, 1996, in Cleveland, Ohio, and raised in Bay Village, she was the middle of three sisters. Her interest in performing started early: by age 10 she was singing, acting, and dancing, and she often traveled with her mother to New York for auditions.
Early Life and First Steps
At 16, Reinhart moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and later relocated to Los Angeles at 18 to pursue acting full time. The transition was not easy. In a 2017 interview with W Magazine, she recalled a period of intense anxiety after moving, describing five months spent largely holed up in a bedroom waiting for auditions. That honesty about her mental health would become a hallmark of her public persona.
Her first credited role came in 2010 in the series Scientastic!, followed by a 2011 appearance on Law & Order: SVU. Independent films such as Lilith, Not Waving But Drowning, and Miss Stevens kept her working, but the breakthrough was still years away.
The Riverdale Breakthrough
In 2016, Reinhart was cast as Betty Cooper in Riverdale after auditioning twice. The series premiered in 2017 and ran for seven seasons, ending in 2023. As the girl-next-door with a steely edge, Reinhart became a central figure in a pop culture phenomenon that reached far beyond its teen audience.
Looking back, she has been candid about the show’s impact. In a 2025 interview with Marie Claire, she said, “Anyone who bashes the work that got them to where they are is doing themselves a great disservice. Call the show crazy. It was. It gave me so much and I’m so thankful for it.” She has also acknowledged the demands of the schedule, noting that she does not want to do another 22-episode show because it “takes up your entire life.”
Building a Film Career
While Riverdale was still airing, Reinhart began to build a parallel film career. She appeared in Galveston (2018) and then in Hustlers (2019), playing Annabelle opposite a star-studded cast. In 2020, she starred in and executive produced the romantic drama Chemical Hearts for Amazon Studios, marking her first producing credit.
She followed that with Look Both Ways (2022) for Netflix, again serving as executive producer. The same year, she voiced a character on The Simpsons. In 2021, she launched her production company, Small Victory Productions, which signed a first-look deal with Amazon Studios to develop diverse, youth-focused projects.
After Riverdale ended, Reinhart took a step back from the spotlight. As she told Marie Claire in 2025, she wanted to be more selective and avoid the Hollywood treadmill. “I’m not here on this earth to collect accolades,” she said. “I really love to act and to connect to my emotions… and it just so happens to be on camera.”
Her return came with the romantic comedy The Love Hypothesis (2026), based on Ali Hazelwood’s bestselling novel. Reinhart initially turned down the role of Olive Smith, fearing being pigeonholed, but changed her mind after reading the book. The film premiered on Prime Video and quickly became the platform’s most-watched movie within days of release.
Other recent projects include the comedy horror Forbidden Fruits (2026), the series Hal & Harper (2025), and the upcoming comedic thriller The Very Best People, whose release date has not been announced.
Advocacy and Personal Life
Reinhart has used her platform to speak openly about mental health. In 2019, she told Glamour about her diagnosis of anxiety and depression at age 14. “I am not crazy and I am not problematic. I am just a human who’s feeling something in a different way than some other people would,” she said. In 2020, she published Swimming Lessons, a collection of poetry about her experiences with depression.
She has also been public about her bisexuality, coming out in June 2020 during the Black Lives Matter protests. In 2025, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with endometriosis following laparoscopic surgery, after years of unexplained pain.
Reinhart keeps her romantic life relatively private. She was in a relationship with Riverdale co-star Cole Sprouse for three years before their breakup in 2020. Since 2023, she has been linked to actor and TikTok personality Jack Martin. “I’m in my lover girl era right now,” she told Marie Claire, emphasizing the importance of home life with her partner and dog.
Entrepreneurship: Personal Day
In October 2024, Reinhart launched Personal Day, a skincare brand born from her own long struggle with acne. “I felt insecure about my acne, especially in an industry where everyone has perfect skin,” she told Forbes. The brand debuted with products including a water-activated cleansing balm and a lip balm.
By September 2025, Personal Day was available in 700 Ulta stores and had sold through nearly half its inventory in the first month. Forbes estimated first-year revenue could reach $10 million and valued the brand at around $40 million. These figures are estimates and have not been independently verified.
Reinhart’s social media strategy was key. With over 7.5 million TikTok followers and 24 million on Instagram, she used her platform to build anticipation. “It was a strategy to get more followers before I launched my skincare brand. It worked,” she said.
Net Worth
Estimates of Lili Reinhart’s net worth vary. Some outlets have reported a figure around $6 million, largely attributing it to her Riverdale salary and film work. Forbes, however, has estimated that Personal Day alone could generate $10 million in first-year revenue and be valued at $40 million, which could significantly affect her overall wealth. These are unverified estimates and should be treated as speculative. Reinhart has not publicly disclosed her finances.
What’s Next
With The Love Hypothesis topping streaming charts and a slate of diverse projects in the pipeline, Reinhart is entering a new phase of her career. She remains focused on choosing work that challenges her and on building a life outside the Hollywood machine. As she put it, “I would like to think that I can have a career where I can try to dodge those climbing ladder steps as much as possible.”
FAQ
Who is Lili Reinhart?
Lili Reinhart is an American actress best known for playing Betty Cooper on The CW’s Riverdale. She has also starred in films such as Hustlers, Chemical Hearts, and The Love Hypothesis.
How old is Lili Reinhart?
She was born on September 13, 1996, making her 30 years old as of 2026.
What is Lili Reinhart’s net worth?
Estimates vary, with some sources citing around $6 million, but these are unverified. Her skincare brand Personal Day has been valued at $40 million by Forbes, though that is a separate estimate.
Is Lili Reinhart married?
She is not married. She has been in a relationship with Jack Martin since 2023.
What is Lili Reinhart known for?
She is known for her role as Betty Cooper on Riverdale, her film work in Hustlers and Chemical Hearts, and her advocacy for mental health awareness.
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