Lili Reinhart almost quit acting to become a makeup artist. Now, she's starring on 'Riverdale' and in 'Chemical Hearts.'

Olivia SinghSep 12, 2020, 00:07 IST

Lili Reinhart stars on The CW's "Riverdale."Lili Reinhart/Instagram; Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Lili Reinhart is known for her role as Betty Cooper on The CW's hit teen drama "Riverdale."
Before becoming a popular name in young Hollywood, Reinhart considered going to makeup school if acting didn't work out.
She also appeared alongside Timothée Chalamet in a 2016 movie called "Miss Stevens."
The actress stars in the new Amazon Prime Video movie "Chemical Hearts," which she also executive produced, and will reprise her "Riverdale" role when the show returns for season five.

Lili Reinhart is known for her role as Betty Cooper on "Riverdale," but just a few years ago, she was an unknown actor.

The actress made her debut as Betty in January 2017 on the CW show and her popularity has been increasing ever since, thanks to the success of the teen drama series and its passionate fanbase.

Reinhart stars as Grace Town in Amazon Prime Video's coming-of-age movie "Chemical Hearts." She also served as an executive producer for the film, which was released on August 21.

You can also catch her season five of "Riverdale," which is scheduled for release sometime in 2021.

Keep reading to find out how Reinhart became a recognizable face in young Hollywood.

Reinhart was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.

Lili Reinhart in May 2016. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

She landed small roles on shows like "Law & Order: SVU" during her early years as an actor.

Lili Reinhart on "Law & Order: SVU." NBC

Reinhart and Timothée Chalamet starred in a movie together called "Miss Stevens" prior to becoming famous.

From left, Timothée Chalamet, Anthony Quintal, Lili Reinhart, and Lilly Rabe in "Miss Stevens." The Orchard

Reinhart's family moved to North Carolina when she was 16 years old and she finished school online so she could focus on acting.

Lili Reinhart in May 2017. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

At 18, she moved out to LA to go on more auditions.

Lili Reinhart in March 2018. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP

Reinhart returned to North Carolina to improve her mental health.

Lili Reinhart in May 2018. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

Reinhart decided to give LA another shot and if she didn't succeed, she'd go to makeup school.

Lili Reinhart showed off David Bowie-inspired makeup on Instagram. Lili Reinhart/Instagram

Reinhart's big break came when she landed the role of Betty Cooper on "Riverdale," a month after moving back to LA.

Lili Reinhart as Betty Cooper on "Riverdale." Katie Yu/The CW

Reinhart said that she relates to the dark side of Betty.

Lili Reinhart on season three of "Riverdale." The CW

Reinhart's relationship with costar and on-screen boyfriend Cole Sprouse has also caught the attention of fans.

Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse in March 2019. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Reinhart has used her platform to speak openly about mental health and body positivity.

Lili Reinhart in January 2019. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

In October 2017, she shared her own Me Too experience via a Tumblr post.

Lili Reinhart in June 2018. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Reinhart portrayed Annabelle in the star-studded 2019 movie "Hustlers."

Lili Reinhart in "Hustlers." STX Entertainment

In June 2020, she came out as a "proud bisexual woman."

Lili Reinhart in October 2019. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

In 2020, Reinhart starred in Amazon Prime Video's "Chemical Hearts" and served as a first-time executive producer.

Austin Abrams and Lili Reinhart in "Chemical Hearts." Cara Howe/Amazon Studios

She's releasing her first book of poetry, titled "Swimming Lessons," on September 29.

Lili Reinhart in January 2020. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Next, you can watch her on season five of "Riverdale."

Lili Reinhart in August 2019. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

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