Emilie Rimmer of Hollywood on Life, Lessons & Legacy

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Emilie Rimmer. Check out our conversation below.

Emilie , we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
One of the projects closest to my heart is something I’ve built quietly with my good friend Mina. An incredibly talented art director and artist. Together, we started Doodle & Drama, a little passion project that has turned into something magical.

Most Sundays, you’ll find us at local parks hosting free art classes for kids. We show up with our full setup (tiny benches, heaps of paints, brushes, glitter, canvases, and all the creative supplies you could dream of. ) Kids gather around, dive into art, and leave with their very own masterpieces! from hand-painted pumpkins to rock creatures and vibrant canvases.

What makes Doodle & Drama special is that it’s not just about making art; it’s about building confidence, creativity, and connection. We’re now slowly growing this into a business where kids can celebrate their birthdays through art and acting. combining imagination and performance to help them express themselves and form real friendships.

It’s a small project with a big heart. and one of the things I’m most proud of creating. To give back to the world with something positive.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi! I’m Emilie Rimmer, a Danish-born actress, creator, and all-around storyteller with a passion for bringing imagination to life. I grew up just outside Copenhagen in a small town. From a very young age, I was captivated by the world of performance. Acting was (and still is!) my greatest passion in life.

My dad shares that same creative spark . he loved directing, animating, editing, and filming. So my childhood was filled with homemade short films and endless pretend play. My brother and I were constantly performing, from backyard circus acts to little family “shows,” and those memories are truly at the heart of who I am today.

Alongside acting, I was also an elite gymnast, traveling to places like Estonia and Barcelona for international competitions. That discipline and drive became the foundation for everything I’ve pursued since.

At sixteen, I made one of the biggest decisions of my life. I moved alone to America. I knew that if I wanted to act professionally, I had to master English and immerse myself in the culture. I became an exchange student in Indiana, where I attended an American high school, performed in theater, and made many great friends.

While there, I auditioned for one of the top acting schools in the world, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, and was accepted! At seventeen, I packed my bags once again and moved to Los Angeles to study acting full-time. It was a dream come true! acting every single day, surrounded by talented, passionate people who shared the same love for the craft.

During my time at the Academy, I met my now amazing husband, Vincent. We both graduated in 2018 and have been together ever since. We’ve married for three years and proud parents to our little fur baby, Jonah (who’s already five. time really does fly!).

Life has been a beautiful, wild adventure so far, and I couldn’t be happier or more grateful for every step of the journey.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
I’ve done many things in my life that have made me feel proud, strong, and empowered. but the moment that truly stands out was when I moved to Los Angeles.

I was just seventeen, with no family nearby, no friends waiting for me, and still perfecting my English. I didn’t know what the future would look like, only that I was chasing a dream that meant everything to me. It was one of the hardest, most transformative experiences of my life.

Starting over in a completely new country taught me more about resilience, independence, and self-belief than anything else ever could. I had to navigate everything on my own, from finding my way around a massive city to learning how to build a life from scratch.

Now, looking back at that fearless 17-year-old girl from the perspective of 25, I feel such deep pride. That leap of faith shaped who I am today and allowed me to create the beautiful life I have now. It reminds me that true power doesn’t come from knowing what’s ahead, it comes from trusting yourself enough to take the next step, even when you don’t.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
You’ve got this. You can do this. You are enough.

I struggle with anxiety, and honestly, it sometimes feels like the older I get, the louder that anxious voice becomes. There are moments when it talks me out of opportunities I know I should take. I’ve told myself things like, “Why audition when you have an accent?” or “They’ll probably choose the prettier blonde girl anyway.”

That little voice of doubt sits quietly in the back of my mind, and I’ve spent a long time learning how to quiet it. It’s still there sometimes, but I’m proud to say I’m getting stronger at pushing through it. I’m learning to challenge myself, to show up even when my anxiety tells me not to, and to trust that bravery isn’t the absence of fear — it’s acting in spite of it.

Because when I look back, I see a long list of bold, brave things I’ve already done, moving across the world alone at 16, chasing my dream, building a life and a community from scratch. And I remind myself: if I could do all that, I can do anything.

Sometimes I just need to pause, breathe, and tell myself, with kindness and conviction “You’ve got this.”

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
That’s such a hard question, and I wish I could say yes without hesitation. But the truth is a little more complicated.

I’ll admit, I’m guilty of making life look a bit more perfect on social media. It’s not because I’m trying to hide anything! it’s just that I tend to share the highlights: the fun moments, creative projects, and happy memories. What doesn’t always make it online are the everyday struggles or the thoughts that run through my anxious mind. I guess I choose to keep those parts a little more private.

In public, I’m almost always smiling, energetic, friendly, and full of life. And that is me. I genuinely love connecting with people and spreading positive energy. But sometimes, I catch myself “acting” a little extra upbeat, especially around strangers. It’s not fake — it’s just a more polished version of me, one that keeps my worries tucked safely behind my smile.

So yes, the public version of me is real. it’s just the brighter side of who I am. The side that chooses optimism, even when things feel messy underneath.

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What will you regret not doing? 
If there’s one thing I know I would regret, it’s letting my anxiety take over my life more than it already has.

As I mentioned earlier, I’ve made a lot of progress in managing it. I push myself to step outside my comfort zone more and more. But just a couple of years ago, I found myself frozen by fear, scared to take chances or chase opportunities that deep down I really wanted.

I think part of it came from being in such a loving, safe relationship. My husband and I have been together for eight years, and having someone by my side 24/7 made me feel so supported. but it also made me a little too comfortable. Without realizing it, I started letting him handle things I thought I couldn’t do myself, and that gave my anxiety the space to grow stronger.

But if I were to stay stuck in that same fear, I know I’d regret it deeply. I’d regret letting my younger years slip away, the years meant for taking bold risks, auditioning for big roles, meeting new people, and building the career I’ve dreamed about since I was a kid.

I’m an actress, and I want to go for every audition I can, do every photoshoot, and make every connection possible. I want to give everything I have while I’m still young and hungry. Sometimes it stresses me out to think I’m already 25 and that time is moving so fast. But what hurts more is knowing how much the little girl version of me — the one who dreamed of all this — would have given anything to be where I am today.

So, what would I regret? Not honoring her! the brave, passionate, fearless version of me who believed this dream was possible.

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