Bijou Phillips' life has been marked by an eclectic blend of experiences and pursuits. Born in New York, she spent her formative years in California and South Africa, where she developed a passion for equestrian sports. At the tender age of 13, she embarked on a modeling career, which allowed her to escape the confines of boarding school and soon found herself gracing the covers of esteemed publications such as "Interview" Magazine and "Italian Vogue". This early success led to numerous advertising campaigns for Calvin Klein.
As she entered her late teens, Bijou turned her attention to music, securing a record deal and working on her debut album "I'd Rather Eat Glass" under the guidance of Talking Heads' Jerry Harrison. Her foray into the world of music was short-lived, as she soon found herself cast in the critically acclaimed film "Black & White" (1999) directed by James Toback. Her performance earned widespread acclaim, paving the way for her subsequent roles in films like "Bully" (2001),which earned her recognition as one of 2002's "Shooting Stars of Tomorrow" by "The Hollywood Reporter".
Bijou's impressive filmography continued to grow, with notable roles in "The Door in the Floor" (2004),opposite Jeff Bridges and Kim Basinger, and "Havoc" (2005),opposite Anne Hathaway, directed by Barbara Kopple. Her upcoming projects include a leading role in the biopic "What We Do Is Secret" (2007),where she portrays Lorna Doom, a member of the influential punk band The Germs, alongside Shane West.
In addition to her work in film, Bijou has also appeared in the horror movie "Venom" (2005),produced by Kevin Williamson, and will star alongside Anjelica Huston and Sam Rockwell in the comedy "Choke" (2008). Her versatility as an actress has also led to her being cast in the bio-pic "Chelsea on the Rocks" (2008),where she portrays Nancy Spungen, the infamous partner of Sid Vicious, in a film directed by Abel Ferrara.
