Lili Reinhart Spills All: Answers the Internet’s Most Searched Questions in WIRED AutoComplete Interview

In a candid and often hilarious new WIRED Autocomplete Interview, Lili Reinhart opens up about everything the internet is dying to know — from her very first acting gig to whether she actually sings on Riverdale. The full transcript, preserved in Screenshot (550).png, reveals the Look Both Ways star tackling questions that range from the deeply personal to the delightfully random.

The interview, released on September 1, 2022, finds Reinhart seated comfortably, ready to sift through Google's most autocompleted queries about her life. With over seven years on Riverdale as Betty Cooper, she's no stranger to public curiosity — but some of these questions still manage to catch her off guard.

The Early Years: How Did Lili Reinhart Start Acting?

According to the transcript, Reinhart's path to stardom began not in Hollywood, but in the humble world of community theater. “I started by doing local community theater,” she confirms. That early exposure quickly escalated into auditioning for local film and television gigs in her hometown of Cleveland, Ohio.

From there, her ambition only grew. “I always wanted to be an actor, so I always was the performing kid in my family,” she recalls, noting that each theatrical success only deepened her drive. It’s a classic rising-star narrative — polished with years of rejections and resilience long before she ever auditioned for the role that would make her a household name.

Riverdale and Betty Cooper: The Longest Role of Her Life

When asked “Is Lili Reinhart still on Riverdale?” she delivers a cheeky but heartfelt answer: “I'm still on it… after six seasons, going on seven.” She admits that playing Betty has been a transformative experience. “I don't know if I'll play a character for as long as I've played Betty, so I cherish getting to know her for that long.”

The web also wanted to know: “Does Lili Reinhart actually sing in Riverdale?” Her response is typically candid. “Yeah, that's me. Against my will, singing.” She goes on to clarify that while she wouldn't choose to sing outside the show, she has grown to enjoy it. “I do sing and I do enjoy it on the show.” It's a rare moment of vulnerability from an actress who's often seen as the quiet, thoughtful counterpart to her on-screen persona.

Tattoos, Fan Mail, and Quarantine Roommates

Reinhart has six tattoos (and counting), with her favorite being one done by Vancouver artist Kaiju. When asked about fan mail, she admits she doesn't personally respond to all of it — but she and the Riverdale cast do see a good chunk of the letters sent to their office.

On the subject of her personal life, she confirms that she lived with co-star Madelaine Petsch during the first season, and more recently quarantined with both Madelaine and Camila Mendes in Vancouver. “That was fun,” she says, smiling at the memory.

From Hustlers to The Met Gala: A Hollywood Wild Card

The actress also revealed her surprising role in the 2019 hit Hustlers, starring alongside Jennifer Lopez, Constance Wu, and Cardi B. She admits to feeling out of her depth: “I was texting the director at the end of every day, asking, ‘Am I doing okay? Am I gonna get fired?’” But the supportive environment from the cast helped her through the insecurity.

As for the glamorous side of fame, Reinhart has attended the Met Gala three times, even going on her birthday in 2021. That year she wore a Christian Siriano dress embroidered with the state flower from all 50 states. “The theme was America something… so he decided to put the flower of all 50 states… there was a pine cone on there.” Her self-deprecating humor shines through as she dismisses the symbolism with a laugh.

Celebrity Friends, Creative Passions, and Some Surprising Facts

The internet also wanted to know if she's friends with Timothée Chalamet. Reinhart says yes — they met on a film when she was 18 and still keep in touch. She recounts a casual encounter at Coachella: “I saw him… I was like, ‘Hey, Timmy.’ He gave me a hug.”

Other highlights from the interview include:

• Voice work on The Simpsons: She voiced Bella Ella, fulfilling a childhood dream — a nod to her father who loves the show.

• Her Glamour speech: A TED Talk‑style address on body image, written on her phone two weeks prior. “People seemed to like it, so cool.”

• Her poetry book: Released in 2020, Swimming Lessons — a vulnerable collection that began as a teen on Tumblr, sending romantic poems to her first love.

• Covergirl commercials: She shot one during COVID in her own backyard, completely solo, for a national campaign.

• Best friend: A woman named Austin, whom she's known since age 11 — over half her life.

The Curious Questions and Goofy Answers

Not all questions were expected. When asked “What time was Lili Reinhart born?” she deadpans: “People ask this question? That's so weird.” She guesses 11:15 a.m., but tells fans to ask her mom for confirmation.

On the subject of her ancestry, she confirms she's German (“Reinhart stands for pure heart, something like that”) and jokingly mentions wanting a family tattoo — if only her mother would agree.

And yes, she knows people compare her to Joan Cusack. “People do liken me to her… I don't maybe necessarily see it, but I'm cool with it.”

What's Next? 'Look Both Ways' and Her Own Parallel Universe

Promoting her Netflix film Look Both Ways, Reinhart imagines a parallel life where she sells coconut ice cream from a farm in Hawaii. The film, which premiered August 17, 2022, explores two diverging paths for its protagonist. Reinhart finds the concept deeply appealing.

The interview ends on a warm note. “Thank you for Googling me,” she says. “I hope I'm interesting enough. If not, oh well.” With this thoughtful, self‑aware performance in front of the camera, it's clear that whatever path she's on, Lili Reinhart remains one of the most interesting — and genuine — stars of her generation.

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