Bijou Phillips with natural curly hair and dramatic eye makeup, captured in a candid side profile photo.

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Bijou Phillips

Born

April 1, 1980

Died
Birthplace

Greenwich, Connecticut, US

Age

46 Years Old

Horoscope

Aries

Who Is Bijou Phillips?

Bijou Phillips is an American actress, model, and singer, recognized for her distinct roles in independent cinema. Her creative background spans music and fashion, marking a multifaceted career in entertainment.

She garnered widespread attention for her role as Estrella Starr in Cameron Crowe’s 2000 film Almost Famous. This critically acclaimed performance established her as a compelling screen presence.

Full NameBijou Lilly Phillips
GenderFemale
Height5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
Relationship StatusDivorcing Danny Masterson, Dating Jamie Mazur
Net Worth$8 million
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityAmerican, South African
EducationNone
FatherJohn Phillips
MotherGeneviève Waïte
SiblingsTamerlane Phillips, Mackenzie Phillips, Jeffrey Phillips, Chynna Phillips
KidsFianna Francis Phillips

Early Life and Education

Born in Greenwich, Connecticut, Bijou Phillips is the daughter of The Mamas & the Papas founder John Phillips and South African model Geneviève Waïte. Her early years were marked by a bohemian upbringing and periods in foster care.

Phillips left traditional schooling at 14 to pursue a modeling career, appearing on major magazine covers. This early entry into the fashion world shaped her initial public persona.

Notable Relationships

A string of high-profile romances has marked Bijou Phillips’s life, including a relationship with Sean Lennon in the mid-2000s. She later married actor Danny Masterson in 2011.

Phillips shares one daughter, Fianna Francis, with Masterson, from whom she filed for divorce in 2023. More recently, she has been linked to businessman Jamie Mazur.

Career Highlights

Bijou Phillips launched her acting career with roles in Black and White and gained significant notice in Cameron Crowe’s Oscar-nominated film Almost Famous. She cemented her presence in independent cinema with Bully.

Beyond acting, Phillips released her debut album, I’d Rather Eat Glass, in 1999, showcasing her talents as a singer. She also became a prominent model, appearing in campaigns for Calvin Klein.

Signature Quote

“I never had innocence.”