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This article contains discussion of eating disorders, substance abuse, and abusive relationships.

Lily Collins’life has been surprisingly full of tragedies that tend to get overlooked because of her famous last name.

Lily Collins posing for photos

Lily also weighed in on the nepo baby debate.

“I’m proud of my dad, but I wanted to be me, not just his daughter.

For that, I was ready to wait to break through.”

Lily Collins Charlie McDowell posing for photos

Although Lily didn’t quite understand the criticism, she refused to be deterred.

Unfortunately, her fame also brought public scrutiny and criticism.

Onecommentatoreven went so far as to compare surrogacy to “human trafficking.”

Lily Collins posing for photos

Even with that in mind, some X critics posited that they simply could have opted for adoption instead.

So, she started controlling her food intake to achieve these unrealistic societal standards.

If you need help with an eating disorder, or know someone who does, help is available.

Lily Collins smiling with Phil Collins

“And the truth is, I was angry.

I missed him and wanted him there.”

However, doing so only helped her process things better and consequently made Collins feel less ashamed.

Lily Collins posing for photos

She continued, “He doubted things I’d say and became incredibly insecure.

If you or anyone you know needs help with addiction issues, help is available.

Visit theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration websiteor contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

Lily Collins smiling with Phil Collins