Mild spoilers ahead for Emily in Paris season 4, part 1.
Summary
InEmily in Parisseason 4, part 1,viewers finally meet Sylvie’s (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu) mother in the fourth episode, “The Grey Area,“prompting folks to wonder more about the actress who plays Heloise. The fourth season doesn’t add too many new faces toEmily in Paris' cast of characters, with the majority of the drama unfolding between Camille (Camille Razat), Gabriel (Lucas Bravo), and other pre-existing personalities. Picking up fromEmily in Parisseason 3’s cliffhanger ending, a pregnant Camille jilts Gabriel at the altar, which leaves Emily (Lily Collins) and Alfie’s (Lucien Laviscount) relationship in shambles too.
AlthoughEmily in Paris' love trianglebetween Emily, Gabriel, and Alfie is short-lived, the romantic comedy-drama’s fourth outing is still packed with twists and turns. ByEmily in Parisseason 4’s ending, things are even messier than when they started, even if Emily herself isn’t the cause of the drama. After being dumped by Sofia (Melia Kreiling), Camille realizes she isn’t pregnant — a detail she neglects to tell Gabriel. EvenSylvie, who’s usually the show’s most put-together character, weathers some highs and lows, prompting her to call upon her mother, Heloise.
Liliane Rovère Plays Sylvie’s Mom Heloise In Emily In Paris
Heloise Comes To The Rescue In Emily In Paris Season 4, Part 1, Episode 4
Played by French actress Liliane Rovère, Sylvie’s mom, Heloise, enters the story in a surprising manner.Emily in Parisseason 4, part 1tackles workplace harassment by casting Louis de Léon (Pierre Deny), Nicolas de Léon’s (Paul Forman) father, as a long-time sexual predator who’s well-known for harassing women in JVMA’s couture closet. The powerful head of JVMA, Louis has been untouchable for decades, even though most women who have worked for the company were affected by his inappropriate and predatory actions — including Sylvie Grateau, who left JVMA as a result of Louis' impropriety.
After exposing Louis, Sylvie reaches out to her mother for professional support.
ThroughoutEmily in Parisseason 4, a reporter reaches out to Sylvie about sharing her story; without someone as powerful and well-regarded as Sylvie lending her voice, the exposé on Louis won’t take him down. Unfortunately, Sylvie’s husband, Laurent G. (Arnaud Binard), is working with Louis on a new business endeavor — and JVMA is assisting Sylvie’s firm with an all-important party. After exposing Louis, Sylvie reaches out to her mother for professional support.Heloise, also known as the Queen of the Night, was the owner of Paris' hottest nightclubin the ’70s and still has the space.
What The Heck Happened To Alfie In Emily In Paris Season 4?
Emily in Paris season 4, part 1 teases the continuation of Emily, Gabriel & Alfie’s love triangle — but what, exactly, happens to Alfie in the end?
What Else Liliane Rovère Is Known For
Rovère Appeared As Madame Queen In “Round Midnight” & Dated Jazz Musician Chet Baker
ActressLiliane Rovère boasts a life-long love of jazz music, which makes herEmily in Parisrole more fun. After moving to the US, Rovère met legendary cool jazz trumpeter Chet Baker at the height of his fame, an encounter that led to the couple’s two-year romantic relationship. In the wake of their breakup, Rovère took acting classes, landing supporting roles on television. In 1986, she appeared as Madame Queen inRound Midnight, a film full of jazz musician cameos. Aside fromEmily in Paris, her other notable credits includeCall My Agent!andThe Grocer’s Son.
Emily in Parisseason 4, part 1 is now streaming on Netflix, with part 2 to follow on July 18, 2025.
Emily in Paris
Netflix’s Emily In Paris is a comedy series starring Lily Collins as Emily Cooper, a college graduate who travels from Chicago to Paris when she lands a one-in-a-lifetime job opportunity that allows her to enjoy French culture and glamour while she overhauls a local marketing firm. From the mind of Beverly Hills 90210 and Sex and the City creator Darren Star, Emily In Paris takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the cultural differences between the United States and France.
