Last updated on: February 26, 2025
Sophia Lillis is an American actress. Born on 13 February 2002 located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, she captured audiences with her performance of Beverly Marsh in the horror films It (2017) and It The Chapter Two (2019).
Inspired by her stepfather, Sophia started her performing career at age seven, attending courses at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. The first short roles she played in films helped her make an emergence in major productions. Outside of horror movies, she showed her versatility in roles like Nancy Drew in Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (2019), Gretel in Gretel & Hansel (2020) as well as Sydney on Netflix’s I’m Not Okay with The Way You Look (2020). Her distinctive freckles, red hair, and blue eyes that are piercing Sophia’s extraordinary talents and diverse performances have made her an emerging star within the world of entertainment with a passion.
As of March 2025, Sophia Lillis is 23 years old. Her estimated net worth is $1.5 million, and she is 5 feet (152 cm or 1.52 m) tall.
Bio/Wiki
Full Name
Sophia Lillis
Nickname
Sophia
Profession
Actress
Career
Debut
Film
A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2014)
TV Show
Movie Trivia Schmoedown (2017)
Best Known for
Lillis is best known for her role as Beverly Marsh in the horror films “It” (2017) and “It: Chapter Two” (2019).
Awards
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
February 13, 2002
Age
As of today, Sophia is 23 years old.
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Signature
Nationality
American
Birth Place
Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York City
Residence
Brooklyn, New York
School / College / University
Sophia was born living in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, attending a neighborhood school in the area before she began to pursue her passion for acting. When she was just seven she began her first studies at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in Manhattan which established the stage to pursue her career in acting.
Sophia later went to Repertory Company High School, but there’s no mention of her going to college. She’s committed to acting since her teens. At the age of 18 years old, Sophia thought about her future plans and chose to pursue her passion for acting.
Religion
Christianity
Race / Ethnicity
She is of Irish, Polish, and Swiss-German ethnicity.
Food Habits
Here’s what we know: She sticks to a balanced diet with protein every few hours—think a healthy breakfast of low-fat milk or fruit juice paired with a veggie sandwich, and a lunch loaded with fresh vegetables and salad. Living near a grocery store makes her routine super convenient, and she’s even tried German food.
Hobbies
Sophia Lillis is a creative and active soul. She loves photography, drawing, and painting to express herself. Staying fit is part of her vibe—she enjoys roller skating and is an advanced swimmer. Plus, she’s into music and dance with piano lessons and ballet.
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet – 5′ 0″
- In Centimeters – 152 cm
- In meters – 1.52 m
Weight
- In kilograms – 45 kg
- In Pounds – 99 lbs
Body Measurements
32 – 23 – 33 inches
Shoe size
6 (US)
Dress size
2 (US)
Bra size
30B
Eye color
Blue
Hair Color
Red or Golden
Family
Husband
She is not married yet
Father
David Lillis
Sophia Lillis’s father is David Lillis a businessman by profession. David Lillis and Juliana Mellevold, separated when Sophia was young.
Mother
Juliana Mellevold
Sophia’s mother, Juliana Mellevold, is an experienced and committed contract lawyer who is based in Brooklyn with Xtract Research LLC. After attending Pelham Memorial High School and Smith College, she earned her law degree at Tulane Law School.
After her divorce from David and a second marriage, she raised Sophia and Jake. Later she got married to photographer and filmmaker indie Christopher Mellevold, Juliana has always been a strong supporter of Sophia’s journey as an actor and has managed to balance her work with a relaxed, family-friendly approach.
Siblings
Jake Lillis (Twin Brother)
Jake is Sophia’s twin brother. He’s dabbled in acting too, appearing in the short film Tiny Mammals (2017) as Jacob. The twins share a close bond and often feature together on social media. Jake attended Regis High School and is now pursuing higher studies at the University of St Andrews.
Philip Mellevold (Step–Brother)
Philip is Sophia’s step-brother. He was born in Nov 1994 to Christopher Mellevold and his first wife Linda Mellevold. He runs a wine business with his friends and even did that business logo tattoo on his arm.
Children
None
Others
Christopher Mellevold (Step-father)
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Single
Marriage Date
N/A
Boyfriend and Dating History
No Data
Favorite Things
- Favorite Actors – Bill Murray, Steve Martin
- Movies – Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation
Net worth 2025
$1.5 million
As of March 2025, it’s estimated that Sophia Lillis has a net worth of about $1.5 million. Lillis typically earns money by acting in TV and film.
Her breakthrough role on screen as Beverly Marsh in Stephen King’s blockbuster It (2017) was reported to have brought approximately $65,000, and she was said to have earned around $150,000 after reprising her role in It The Chapter Two (2019). These figures, despite being basing themselves on estimates from industry sources show that even young-career roles can be lucrative when they are part of a huge success.
Beyond the Beyond the movies, Sophia has built a varied portfolio. For instance, her role in the HBO series Sharp Objects is believed to have earned her about $50,000 per episode, which is a testimony to her rising popularity for her dramatic roles. Other projects such as Nancy Drew along with The Hidden Staircase, Gretel & Hansel, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves further add to her income and increase her popularity.
Additionally being a rising star in Hollywood Sophia is likely to benefit from endorsements, sponsorships as well as social media partnerships. with millions of users on social media platforms such as Instagram, Sophia not only communicates with her fans, but also draws brand partnerships that boost her income.
