Lily Collins took to social media to celebrate her father, Phil Collins, on his 74th birthday, sharing a heartfelt throwback photo from his 1999 Walk of Fame ceremony. The emotional tribute reflects the complex yet loving relationship between the actress and the legendary musician.
In her post, Collins expressed her gratitude for the special moments she has shared with her father over the years. This celebration comes after Lily has openly discussed her feelings of abandonment and frustration in a candid letter addressed to him. Despite these challenges, she remains hopeful about fostering a stronger bond with her dad.
Collins has a close-knit family, including four siblings from Phil Collins' other marriages. Her parents, Phil Collins and Jill Tavelman, were married from 1984 to 1996. Over the years, she has consistently shared sweet posts on social media expressing her love for him. In her 2017 book, "Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me," she detailed her relationship with Phil, shedding light on both the struggles and the joys they have experienced together.
Last year, she also shared another nostalgic photo of the two skiing together, accompanied by a touching caption that read, "Love you to the top of the highest mountain and to the bottom of the deepest wave." This sentiment captures the depth of her affection and appreciation for her father.
Lily Collins articulated her feelings poignantly in her recent post, stating, “Happy birthday Dad. I couldn’t love you more or be more thankful to celebrate you today and every day. Truly. To the moon and back again…” She emphasized her desire to continue building their relationship despite past grievances, saying, "I forgive you for not always being there when I needed and for not being the dad I expected. I forgive the mistakes you made."
As she reflects on their journey together, Collins remains optimistic, stating, "There's still so much time to move forward. And I want to. I'm inviting you to join me. I love you with all of my heart, more than you'll ever know, and am so thankful for you. I'll always be your little girl."
