Lilly Krug is a German-American actress best known for her breakout role in the Netflix series “The I-Land” (2019). Born in Munich to German film director Simon Verhoeven and actress/author Simone Hanselmann, Lilly grew up immersed in the entertainment industry before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting full-time.
Fluent in both German and English, Krug has successfully transitioned between European and American productions. She gained critical acclaim for her performance in the German film “Lindenberg! Mach dein Ding!” (2020) before appearing in American projects like “Tár” (2022) alongside Cate Blanchett.
Krug maintains a relatively private personal life, focusing on her craft. She’s known for her intense preparation for roles, often undergoing significant physical transformations. When not acting, she enjoys painting, playing piano, and studying philosophy. Krug balances her Hollywood career with occasional returns to Germany for select projects.
As she enters her mid-20s, Krug is strategically choosing diverse roles to avoid typecasting, showing particular interest in psychological thrillers and character-driven dramas. Her bilingual abilities and international upbringing give her unique versatility in today’s global entertainment market.
Movies & TV Shows
Title
Year
Role
Type
The I-Land
2019
Chase
Netflix Series
Lindenberg! Mach dein Ding!
2020
Annette
German Film
Tár
2022
Krista
Feature Film
The Piper
2023
Mel
Horror Film
Biography Table
Category
Details
Real Name
Lilly Krug
Nick Name
Lil
Birth Place
Munich, Germany
Date Of Birth
July 8, 1999
Age
24 (as of 2023)
Height
5’6″
Weight
119 lbs (est.)
Eye Colour
Blue
Hair Colour
Blonde
Education
Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute
Nationality
German-American
Zodiac Sign
Cancer
Gender
Female
Sexual Orientation
Not Public
Kids/Children Name
None
Parents
Simon Verhoeven (father), Simone Hanselmann (mother)
