Lily Collins reveals release date for final season of Emily in Paris

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The actress, who plays the titular Emily Cooper, confirmed that the upcoming instalment will be the last season of the series

Lily Collins has revealed the release date for the final season of Emily in Paris, confirming the news in an Instagram post.

Alongside a picture promoting the last season, Collins wrote: “Here we are… the beginning of the end. I’m so excited to share Emily’s final chapter with you, but not quite ready to say goodbye. See you December 24.”

The sixth and final season will arrive on Netflix on Christmas Eve, December 24, bringing the romantic comedy to a close after six seasons.

The series first premiered in 2020 and follows American marketing executive Emily as she moves from Chicago to Paris for a new job, navigating her career, friendships and complicated love life along the way.

Collins will reprise her role alongside returning cast members including Ashley Park as her best friend Mindy, Lucas Bravo as chef Gabriel, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu as her boss Sylvie, and Lucien Laviscount as Emily's former love interest Alfie.

The fifth season saw Emily spend much of her time in Rome, where she began a relationship with Italian fashion heir Marcello, played by Eugenio Franceschini.

However, the pair ultimately went their separate ways after Emily turned down his offer to move to his hometown and work for his family business.

The final season is set to pick up the story as Emily faces decisions about her career, her relationships and where she wants to build her future.

Collins, 37, is the daughter of legendary Genesis frontman Phil Collins and his second wife, Jill Tavelman.

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