Liv Tyler is an American actress, model and former child star whose striking presence and versatile performances have made her one of the most recognizable faces in contemporary cinema. Born on July 1, 1977 in New York City, she spent much of her childhood in Portland, Maine before returning to the spotlight as a teenager. Her career began at age 14 when a talent scout noticed her while she was shopping with her mother, leading to early modeling work and magazine covers that showcased her tall frame, dark hair, bright blue eyes and warm, endearing smile. Those same features later translated powerfully to the screen, where she quickly established herself as both a commercial draw and a critically respected performer. Tyler’s breakthrough came with the 1998 disaster epic Armageddon, in which she played the daughter of Bruce Willis’s character opposite Ben Affleck. The film’s massive box-office success introduced her to global audiences and opened the door to larger roles. She followed it with the critically acclaimed The Lord of the Rings trilogy, appearing as the ethereal elf princess Arwen across all three films between 2001 and 2003. The role cemented her status as a fantasy icon and demonstrated her ability to convey quiet strength and emotional depth within a massive ensemble cast.